Instead of using her voice to define her career, Dolly Parton used her talents to create an empire. While known for her amazing career on stage, Parton wasted no time in the spotlight as she fashioned an entire brand around her persona. She has written books, appeared in movies, and even built a theme park. And all that success came from her ability to command the stage. It also helps that during her career, the country legend composed over 3,000 songs. Among those hit songs was the classic “I Will Always Love You.” Although eventually recorded by Whitney Houston, Parton once took the stage with Vince Gill to perform the classic hit.

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Originally written in 1973, Parton found the words as she decided to split with business partner Porter Wagoner to explore a solo career. Channeling those feelings, Parton had no idea the song would capture the hearts of listeners. Having been covered by numerous artists over the years, Parton getting the chance to perform alongside Gill might be one of the best versions of the song ever produced. And thankfully, that performance made its way online.

Gaining over three million views, fans gushed over the duet, writing, “If ever two voices were perfect together it’s these two.” Continuing the praise, another fan added “Love them both. So much talent between the two of them in songwriting, vocally, and guitar playing. They are national treasures!” One person noted, “Vince Gill is an amazing Country Singer and Guitar player ever. There never be another Vince Gill !!!! Dolly is a Great Female  Country Singer!!!!”