Something Special
Dolly Parton · 1995
34 min · 10 tracks · folk · gospel · bluegrass music
A heartfelt blend of country and pop, showcasing Dolly's signature storytelling and emotional depth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short, emotional storytelling sessions reflective late-night listening heartfelt lyrical connections
- Context
- Released on August 22, 1995, 'Something Special' arrived during Dolly Parton's prolific phase in the 1990s, following her critically acclaimed album 'Slow Dancing with the Moon' from 1993. At this point, Parton was solidifying her status as a crossover artist with mainstream appeal while maintaining her roots in country music.
- If you like
- folk, gospel, bluegrass music
Something Special is an album by Dolly Parton, released in 1995. A heartfelt blend of country and pop, showcasing Dolly's signature storytelling and emotional depth. The album features the timeless classic 'I Will Always Love You,' which has since become one of Parton's most recognized songs, further popularized by Whitney Houston. Additionally, 'Something Special' reached No. 24 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, affirming Parton's enduring relevance in the country music scene during the mid-90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Something Special sound like?
A heartfelt blend of country and pop, showcasing Dolly's signature storytelling and emotional depth. Rooted in folk and gospel.
What makes Something Special by Dolly Parton notable?
The album features the timeless classic 'I Will Always Love You,' which has since become one of Parton's most recognized songs, further popularized by Whitney Houston. Additionally, 'Something Special' reached No. 24 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, affirming Parton's enduring relevance in the country music scene during the mid-90s. Released on August 22, 1995, 'Something Special' arrived during Dolly Parton's prolific phase in the 1990s, following her critically acclaimed album 'Slow Dancing with the Moon' from 1993. At this point, Parton was solidifying her status as a crossover artist with mainstream appeal while maintaining her roots in country music.
Who is Something Special for?
Something Special works well if you're into short, emotional storytelling sessions, reflective late-night listening and heartfelt lyrical connections.
How many songs are on Something Special?
Something Special has 10 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crippled Bird 3:44
- 2 Something Special 3:05
- 3 Change Standout 3:40
- 4 I Will Always Love You Standout 3:17
- 5 Green-Eyed Boy 3:53
- 6 Speakin’ of the Devil 3:14
- 7 Jolene Standout 3:42
- 8 No Good Way of Saying Good-Bye 2:56
- 9 The Seeker 3:02
- 10 Teach Me to Trust 3:27
Release Date
August 22, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
34 min 4 sec
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