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Dolly Parton's Tribute Song

Happy2BHere — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 16:39:24 GMT

Here are the lyrics from Dolly's new tribute song to her late husband Carl Dean that was released today. If you want to listen to her sing them it's now on youtube under "Dolly Parton - If You Hadn’t Been There (Official Audio)".

My DH & I just had our 50th anniversary on 3/3, and I can relate to these thoughts

[Verse 1]
If you hadn't been there
Where would I be?
Without your trust
Love and belief
The up's and down's
We've always shared
And I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there

[Verse 2]
If you hadn't been there
Well, who would I be?
You always see the best in me
You're loving arms have cradled me
You held me close, and I believe

[Chorus]
I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there
Holding my hand
Showing you care
You made me drеam
More than I dared
And I wouldn't be hеre
If you hadn't been there

[Bridge]
Oh, you are my rock (Mm)
A soft place to land
My wings, my confidence
You understand
You're willingness
Beyond compare
No, I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there

[Chorus]
I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there
Pushing me on
When I was scared
I found God and you (And God and you)
Oh, for your loving care
And for giving me love
With more to spare
You made me climb
And top the stairs
I wouldn't be here
I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there

[Outro]
I wouldn't be here
I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there
Oh I wouldn't be here
If you hadn't been there
Mmm

Re: Dolly Parton's Tribute Song

We rescue cats — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 16:46:20 GMT

Heard that this morning on the Today Show. . . what a beautiful song.

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JYWilliams — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:01:17 GMT

That is beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes.

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meallen616 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:28:53 GMT

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Jk9 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:29:23 GMT

Dolly once again manages to express her feelings in an amazing song. I think she speaks for many of us who would say the same, but not so eloquently. Thanks for posting @Happy2BHere

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Pandalady — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:49:32 GMT

Such a beautiful tribute to Carl. Dolly writes and sings from her heart. I had tears in my eyes as I thought of my parents who will celebrate 64 years of marriage in May and my own nearly 30 year marriage.❤️

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chrystaltree — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 21:24:37 GMT

So touching and beautiful. My heart aches for her.

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OKPrincess — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 22:05:07 GMT

I just listened to the beautiful song 🎵🥺.

It sums up what most us feel about love, being married to the right person and the impact they have made on our life.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 22:15:00 GMT

She has such a beautiful heart and they obviously had a very special bond and relationship. I hope she has so much support right now and going forward.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 22:39:16 GMT

I just listened to the song 😥

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CarolinaGirl88 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 22:58:47 GMT

So sweet and beautiful. What else would we expect from dear, talented Dolly? I bet it was very cathartic for her to write this wonderful tribute to her husband, as well. May Carl rest in peace and God bless Dolly.

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vermint — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 05:35:58 GMT

Just listened to the song...so beautiful and heartfelt!

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AngelPuppy1 — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 11:50:39 GMT

The lyrics are are amazing - just like Dolly!

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Renata22 — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:14:42 GMT

I love Dolly. Beautiful song. 💕

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Puzzle Piece — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:07:07 GMT

Very nice lyrics.

It's been exactly a year since my husband passed on and I too feel if he hadn't been there...............

Miss him so.

Thanks Dolly.

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goldensrbest — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:40:55 GMT

What a loving tribute to her husband.

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shoekitty — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:22:57 GMT

Aw, sweet song. What a talented lady she is. Amazing. I imagine she had an amazing marriage. He did let Dolly be Dolly, and gave her the lift under her wings to succeed

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spiderw — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:45:12 GMT

A touching beautiful song from a loving caring wife, I wish Dolly strength and faith to get through this sadness , may peace be hers.