The Winning Hand
Dolly Parton · 1982
60 min · 20 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music
A vibrant mix of heartfelt country melodies, playful lyrics, and Dolly's unmistakable warmth radiates throughout this collection.
Why this album works
This album is notable for showcasing Dolly Parton's versatility as a songwriter and performer, featuring a blend of original songs and covers that highlight her roots in country music. Although it didn't achieve top chart positions like her earlier works, it maintained her presence in the industry during a transitional period in her career.
- Career context
- Released on November 1, 1982, 'The Winning Hand' marked Dolly Parton's continued success in the country music scene following her commercial peak in the late 1970s. By this time, she had already established herself as a multifaceted artist with a string of hits and was increasingly recognized for her contributions to both music and film.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sparks· R. Stevie Moore· Harry Nilsson· Elvis Presley· Cher· Donna Summer· Willie Nelson· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’re Gonna Love Yourself (in the Morning) Standout 2:58
- 2 Ping Pong 2:20
- 3 You’ll Always Have Someone 3:01
- 4 Here Comes That Rainbow Again Standout 2:55
- 5 The Bigger the Fool, the Harder the Fall 3:44
- 6 Help Me Make It Through the Night Standout 3:50
- 7 Happy, Happy Birthday Baby 2:21
- 8 You Left Me a Long, Long Time Ago 2:49
- 9 To Make a Long Story Short, She’s Gone 3:07
- 10 Someone Loves You Honey 2:52
- 11 Everything Is Beautiful (in Its Own Way) 3:17
- 12 Bring on the Sunshine 2:52
- 13 Put It Off Until Tomorrow 2:28
- 14 I Never Cared for You 2:24
- 15 Casey’s Last Ride 4:10
- 16 King of a Lonely Castle 3:20
- 17 The Little Things 2:36
- 18 The Bandits of Beverly Hills 2:27
- 19 What Do You Think About Lovin’ 2:41
- 20 Born to Love Me 4:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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