Dolly wrote this from the heart and sang it the same way .
@maryannazurin2322
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@kaylariad
Жыл бұрын
I wish people that react would actually take that into consideration that she wrote this song and it was meant to be personal, soft and sung with with love from her heart. Whitney just belted out meaningless lyrics.
@meboneme1
3 жыл бұрын
You HEAR WHITNEY! YOU BELIEVE DOLLY!!
@jefferydsmith9966
7 ай бұрын
When Whitney sings this beautiful song I’m stunned by her vocals. When Dolly sings, I simply cry. Dolly can act the hell out of a song, it’s like she’s singing just for you. I’ll always love you, Dolly. 🦋
@brianbrooks1285
3 жыл бұрын
This song was wrote to the guy you see at the end of the video. Dolly was leaving his show and she decided to write a farewell song for him. Dolly was born and raise about 70 miles away as a crow flies from my hometown! We're all Hillbillies and so proud of it! Ps Dolly thought Whitney's version was sung great and she told Whitney that the song should belong to her now!!
@jodibennett-bradshawrbtmph836
Жыл бұрын
Whitney yells "I WIIIIILLLLL allllllwwwwaaaayyyssss LOOOVVVVVEEEE YYOOOOUUU!" when one really loves someone you say it meaningfully & soft, from the heart.
@jeanettesmith765
2 ай бұрын
Amen.
@chainman100
Жыл бұрын
Whitney sings this song and blows the roof off the building with her power making rafters ring, Dolly sings, it feels like she is singing just to you in a crowd of 20,000 people and means it.
@roxanneshannon4582
3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love Dolly Parton! She an amazing singer & songwriter ! ❤
@suzyandrade2874
3 ай бұрын
Dolly sang this live on TV. Whitney Houston was done in a recording studio. This was about 30 years before Whitney.
@debramason4055
22 күн бұрын
She wrote this song and dang it from her heart!! ❤❤❤
@marcusbetancourt3760
4 ай бұрын
Dolly Parton wrote and sang "I will always Love You" and also "Jolene" back in 1974. Dolly was doing a TV show with a guy Porter Wagoner. Dolly had told him that she would hang around and then she was going to go out on her own. She sang it on the TV show and then she left. At the time she was about about 27 years old. Well anyway November 25, 1992 they made a moved called "The Bodyguard '. In the "Bodyguard " a very pretty girl had to start on the movie and Whitney Houston was her name. They wanted her to do h a couple.of songs and one of them was,,"I will always love you" Whitney said that even though the song was beautiful it was country and she didn't sing country. Well then they said that she could even change some of the lyrics and now in the beginning of the song, she did. Well not only the show was a success so was the song. Then of course Whitney had to keep pay Dolly and then Whitney started calling her song. And when that got around, Dolly said she can call it her song she did card as long as the checks would still be coming in and then. Dolly laughed about the whole thing. You got to remember that Whitney Houston was born August 9, 1963.. Dolly Parton has written over 3,000 songs has a whole bunch of Academy Awards, Oscars and even Life Achievement is a Hall of Famer and is known as "The Queen of Country Music" And not only writing music and singing music but Dolly can also plH five or di. musical instruments very well but Dolly has a net worth of s little over 650 million dollars. But anyway according to Rolling Stone Magazine zFolly had only received about seven thousand dollars from Whitney Houston. But anyway young man, I was wondering if you could please play another one of Dolly Parton's songs that I heard a whole back called ' Me and Little Andy" for me? And please tell me what you think of this song because your opinion means so .j b to me Thank you Amigo. Have a Blessed Day. Goodbye. Adios. .
@rcinsley
3 жыл бұрын
When asked about her decision to allow Whitney to do the cover, Dolly said "When I sang the song, I took it to the bank -- twice. When Whitney sang it, I BOUGHT the bank!!" Every time anyone performs this song, Dolly's cash register rings!
@PixelPro-4000
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Whitney and Dolly have different deliveries. Whitney is more soulful, but Dolly is more genuine. It's a melancholy delivery about her reluctant departure of her relationship in the selfless pursuit of bettering the life of her partner. Whitney and Dolly both have amazing, unmatched vocal capability. But as an accomplished songwriter, Dolly made bank from Whitney's cover for sure. :)
@jeanettesmith765
2 ай бұрын
Dolly doesn't feel a need to impress us. Just sings from the heart a song that she wrote. She knew that you don't have to holler out when you tell someone you'll always love them. Dolly is real. She's "on point" the entire song.
@evabartlett4599
3 жыл бұрын
You should react to Dolly talking about first hearing Whitney's rendition. It's adorable and humble.
@johncartermusic5777
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly Parton sings this directly to you. Whitney Houston sings it to the world.
@cyu5251
Ай бұрын
Love both versions ❤ Whitney is like a shot of strong stimulating espresso, Dolly is like a sip of soothing warm tea ❤ Both are amazing 🥰🥰🥰
@marytasho8618
3 жыл бұрын
Ola! Dolly wrote this song for her first manager Porter Wagner. Dolly fulfilled her contract for 5 years then she went on her own! Porter was in love with Dolly and she loved him also, but only as a friend. If you know the meaning behind all of Dolly's music. There's always a deeper meaning than so many people realize! Just wanted to drop the bit of information on my Girl Mrs. DOLLY Parton! Put some respect on that name, after all Dolly is the Queen of Country! Just saying, I'm also a huge fan of all of Ms. Whitney Houston's music also! Adios Amigo! Much love and success to you!
@MizCriz46
Жыл бұрын
I think Porter was in love with the money she brought him because his stuff wasn't selling anymore but people tuned in to see Dolly on his show & their recorded duets always sold. After she left he sued her because he was losing money.
@angelabarazzone7899
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this song, she wrote this when she left Porter Wagoners show. She thinks Whitney did an amazing job with this song and even said better. Whitney had a power house voice, Dolly’s softer.
@Disco_Breakin
3 жыл бұрын
Beat me to it
@mississippishell240
3 жыл бұрын
Loved whitney's but always felt Dolly more. Probably because I knew the story behind her writing it. She was paying respect to porter giving her biggest break in her career at that time. Creeksquad❤💕
@heidithatswho.2481
3 жыл бұрын
You can tell with Dolly. This came from her heart. Simple and beautiful
@remyhocage9854
5 ай бұрын
That man joining Dolly was Porter Wagoner, gave Dolly her first big job. When she was going solo; he was really unhappy. They fought & had an ugly law suit (settled out of court). She wrote this song for him to explain why she had to move on. This clip you played was Dolly returning as a guest on his show. that's the joke when he said "sorta sounds like you mean it." Dolly says "I sorta did meant it." Years later, Wagoner had to sell his music catalogue. Dolly bought it & gifted it back to him. I guess she did mean it. Thx
@gatienmouanda1583
Жыл бұрын
"... the original person" that wrote and sang the song. Thanks!
@tete7271
Жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this when she was leaving the Porter Wagner show to go out on her own, he was a friend and mentor. Whitney was singing it as a love song for the movie because that's what Kevin Costner brought it to her as a love song. Both are great.
@svhirliwilliams8983
Жыл бұрын
Dolly wants you to hear the words, Whitney wants you to hear her
@ivanlajoie783
5 ай бұрын
Dolly wrote this as a goodbye to Porter Wagonner, who helped start her career. She had decided to go out on her own as a solo artist.
@bigw725
3 күн бұрын
best way i’ve ever seen it put is that whitney sang this song to the world, dolly sang this song to YOU
@creinicke1000
10 ай бұрын
Dolly was saying goodby to a real person.. written and sung from the heart. Voice of an angel. Houston's version was meant to be a blockbuster theme of movie and she sang with lots of power.. but the emotions were about a character in a movie..
@shakashinereacts
10 ай бұрын
I like that perspective. thank you for sharing
@verapena9465
4 ай бұрын
No auto tune straight talent ❤ both did it justice ❤
@MizCriz46
Жыл бұрын
Backsory: Porter Wagoner was a country singer whose career was waining but still had a TV show. He hired Dolly to be "The girl singer" on the show & the audience loved her immediately & ratings grew. His solo recordings no longer sold at all but duets with Dolly sold well. She had told him she'd stay 5 yrs. She stayed 7. His reaction to her wanting to move on was terrible. She wrote this to convince him to let her go in peace. He finally agreed but then sued her because his fortunes went downhill. Still, Dolly always said she loved & was grateful to him. Years later, when his finances were so bad that he put his music catalog up for sale, Dolly heard about it, bought it & gifted it back to him.
@MaRoach7
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this song and her song Jolene all in the same night
@charlesdavis7461
Жыл бұрын
I believe this is the best video of this song sound wise.There is country soul too. This is just my feeling, I believe Dolly Parton sings and writes about real things in her life.
@meboneme1
3 жыл бұрын
Let's get it right! MORE "BLACK" people think it's Whitney's song! I,BLACK, KNOW that DOLLY HAD HER SONG GO TO #1 ON THE CHARTS 2 SEPARATE TIMES (YEARS APART), LONG BEFORE WHITNEY EVEN THOUGHT OF recording it! I say "black" people simply because MOST blacks don't listen to "country music", but I was RAISED on it, so I KNOW!
@yvonnemeyer6810
2 жыл бұрын
W. Huston sang this with power and it is beautiful, Dolly sang it from the heart for the purpose she wrote it for, and it is beautiful. God bless Whitney and I miss her singing now she sing for the angels. But since Dolly heard Whitney sing it she says it is Whitney’s song now. Did you know she turned Elvis down because he wanted to buy this song and all the rights and she said no because it is her song and she wrote it. So Elvis never sang it.
@layla-bw4xu
Жыл бұрын
Dolly has an angel voice
@JanSwan
3 ай бұрын
Dolly wrote & performed this song from the heart. Just for Porter Wagner, when she left his show to break out as a solo artist. Whitney Houston was her second choice for the remake from another artist. I believe it was Patty Labell who regretted not taking it on. Both Whitney & Dolly are both phenomenal & gifted singers, I enjoy them both. No reason to compare two talents. Just enjoy each one for the beauty they are so gifted to share and honored they share their talent. Whitney is definitely a stronger, powerful & more aggressive singer… soulful. Dolly is a soft, sweet, country story-telling heart-felt singer. So glad you enjoyed both of these talented ladies. Check out Dolly Parton “Coat of Many Colors”. I think you would like the story.
@user-vl4fx5wf1q
8 ай бұрын
Someone else told me that Whitney Houston sang to the world when Dolly Parton sang she sang to you ❤
@anthonygeurtsen7143
2 жыл бұрын
Some people confuse soul, with power in their voice. Music from the soul, is what you just listened to. I admit I haven't read through all of your comments, but I hope you have done your research on this song....and Dolly Parton. At the age of 75.....she is still relevant!!!! She has now written, sung or produced approximately 5000 songs. 10 time Grammy winner.....and just this month recorded 3 WORLD RECORDS!!! There is nobody else doing that. She has also donated Millions of books to children. And $1 million of her own money which helped produce the covid vaccines. #LivingLegend
@cathyhatfield445
4 ай бұрын
Dolly Parton wrote the song and both versions were great. It is her song enough said.
@minigirl6379
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly sang it like a sweet song bird. Whitney sang it like a screaming eagle. Both ladies did a great job.
@TLouise1959
6 ай бұрын
Don't forget ... This is live!!
@sukie584
3 жыл бұрын
I personally find Dolly’s has more soul in her version. It’s all emotion and tenderness. Whitney’s is big, vocal gymnastics. Technically amazing, but I think people today think that is emotion. It’s not. It’s technical.
@SickGirlRocks
3 жыл бұрын
She had to sing this from the heart it was written to the man who introduced her in this video
@soundofnellody262
Жыл бұрын
Whitney sang it so powerful that the entire world heard it. Dolly sings ist so softly and with her heart, that it feels really personal. I love Dollys take on it.
@dianadenman5637
9 ай бұрын
It's been said that Whitney Houston sang this song with power, but Dolly sang it with emotion. Whitney is (was) an AMAZING singer .....but for THIS song......Dolly makes the listener FEEL it. The reason Whitney has more plays on this song is because it was part of a movie and Whitney's version is the only one most people ever heard.
@littlet1068
Жыл бұрын
Well lets see ..I was raised on this version all my life. I am 54..and when Whitney's came out I did love it and it was amazing. but hearing it this way all my life makes it for sure sound different now. lol.. and check out more of Dolly..on this song..she can whale ya just have to find it. ..lol..
@marywatts149
9 ай бұрын
Whitney sang it to the world. Dolly sang it to me. Thats the best definition I ever heard. Both were great.
@troycromwell5270
Жыл бұрын
I like both versions because they are different...Dolly sang from the heart...Whitney put some soul into it
@cm9859
Жыл бұрын
Your comments about both artists are right on.
@georgelynch6139
2 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote and sang the song, Whitney performed a cover rendition.
@divinelyfeminine9005
9 ай бұрын
Dolly sang it from the heart. Whitney sang it for record sales. Big difference. Dolly’s is full of heart and soul. My opinion. having said that I absolutely love Whitney’s tho…actually shouldn’t even compare as both were beautiful in their own right ♥️
@Predjama631
3 жыл бұрын
From ET: The track became a massive hit and, according to Forbes, earned Parton a minimum of $10 million in royalties. On WWHL, Parton revealed that she decided to invest that money in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Nashville called Sevier Park because it felt like "the perfect place for her to be." Aug 3, 2021
@LindaChambers-gy2zl
6 ай бұрын
Dolly wrote it and took it to #1 twice before Whitney was born.
@Cherie64
2 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this song to leave her producer to go on her own. Whitney sang this song to Her bodyguard to tell him their relationship will not work.
@kathleenfarraher9894
3 жыл бұрын
Two completely different generations but both are very good and meaningful
@ceciliajacobs5346
Жыл бұрын
Dolly sings it the way she wrote it.
@katkat-fm3wj
Жыл бұрын
She wrote the song for the man sitting beside her. Porter Wagner.
@TennesseeMelanie
Жыл бұрын
Whitney put her powerhouse voice into it, but Dolly put her heart and soul into it.
@marciaramirez3791
2 жыл бұрын
I love both versions. Why feel that there has to be a choice between the two? Both Whitney and Dolly are great vocalists and each did a beautiful rendition of this song. Each in their own style. Beautiful women, beautiful voices. Appreciate them both.
@chitown1098
5 ай бұрын
There is so much genuine and heartfelt meaning behind the lyrics of Dolly’s version which makes it so special however Whitney’s version was great. Everyone should know the history behind Dolly’s story behind this song and if anyone that doesn’t know the backstory should not review it.
@kookymonsta6566
Жыл бұрын
i am having trouble typing but Whitney recorded this 15 years after Dolly wrote and recorded this song.
@Hayzelle
Жыл бұрын
I agree, it's nice when someone recording a cover makes sure people know the history of a song. That being said, that wasn't really necessary with this song. At the time, most everyone knew this was a Dolly song. Dolly took this song to #1 in both the 70s and again in the 80s when she re-recorded it for the soundtrack of the movie The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress). It hit #1 a third time with Whitney's rendition. Even Elvis wanted to make a cover of this song if that gives you an idea of how big a hit this was long before Whitney ever recorded her beautiful rendition.
@tonimichaelson815
11 ай бұрын
I knew it was a Dolly song I heard her sing it in concert It is my favorite version although I love Whitney’s version it to me will always be a Dolly’s song
@yvonnemeyer6810
2 жыл бұрын
Both of these women can sing, and when they sang this song if was with a different purpose for each of the. I love both version’s. I believe they mode their point when they sang. I don’t see either one being better then the other. And because they are just different enough I can have both in my list and I joy both versions.
@evabartlett4599
3 жыл бұрын
Please react to "Coat of many colors" by Dolly. So good!
@littlenonni75
2 жыл бұрын
She wrote the song the night before to to tell him how she felt
@user-vl4fx5wf1q
8 ай бұрын
I truly love your reactions to this song❤
@natlisan
3 жыл бұрын
I love Whitney's rendition of this song as well!, I get different emotions from them though! With Whitney I feel more of the pure power of her voice more than the actual lyrics of the song! With Dolly it's as if she's literally reading a love letter to a melody! I get people that love Whitney's rendition more because it's the one that they grew up listening to, but what I don't get is the utter disrespect from some people!!! I've seen a reaction where the person started laughing then had the audacity to say that Dolly should stick to writing! WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@jessiMBS3383
Жыл бұрын
When Dolly sings it, it feels like she is singing TO you, Whitney feels like she was singing AT you. Both are great versions, but so different from each other.
@lolathomas7919
Жыл бұрын
Dolly is singing the song with love and compassion.
@cathybrookeburt2616
Жыл бұрын
Whitney's version is much more powerful. Both are beautiful & very different & almost like different songs. Dolly was on this TV show for 5 years 'The Porter Wagner show' & her contract was up & the guy in this video was her boss Porter Wagner. He wanted her to sign another contract & she wanted to go solo. He wouldn't listen to her, so she went home & wrote this song for him to explain her feelings. I enjoy how Dolly performs this now, after polishing it up. This was literally her first performance of the song. She also sang it in a very fun comedy western movie, starring Burt Reynolds, called 'The best little whorehouse in Texas'. She was the madam of course & sang it to the sheriff she was in love with. Fun movie. Check out Dolly's song 'Jolene' to see her sassy side. She has an awesome sense of humor & loves to brag about Whitney making her rich.
@OGRE-vc7vg
2 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your reaction and everyone's comments. I am a fan of both Dolly Parton and Whitney Houston. I think comparing the two versions is like apples and oranges. As I understand it, Dolly said Porter was not hearing that she was telling him she was leaving. In a couple of interviews, she says that she went home one night and decided to write him a song so he would understand it. She sang it to him the next day. I guess what amazes me is that she sang it live, with minimal backup up on his show not long after she wrote it. In a few places it sounded like she was still figuring out which syllables went to each note of the melody. He seemed effortless but she had obviously put enormous though into it. Also, remember that this was the 70's. If she had gone on there and sung it to her boss as a power ballad, she would have looked like the ungrateful understudy trying to debase what Porter had done for her success. Had she come across anything other than humble and appreciative, she could have ended her career before it started. Dolly knew this better than anyone because she is evidently a genius in business and marketing. So, it as sweet, within the tradition of the paternalistic genre of country music and it had the right impact to get to leave. Whitney was the ultimate power ballad singer. Her delivery was what one souls expect from the movie because she was the boss in the movie being the popular artist. The version she ended up delivering had every advantage of super producer/arranger David Foster through his arrangement and guidance. It was fully produced, marketed, came with a movie and sung by the power ballad super star of her time. So, to me, they are both brilliant representations of what the best of music can provide and such diverse output. Dolly's poetry delivered in an almost bluegrass innocence blossomed into a World Wide Legendary Smash hit produced with the finest minds, voices and technology offer. Only in America! Thank you for featuring this.
@bobbyscott5162
2 жыл бұрын
No...One is real life. The other version is just a performance by a common voice you can find in any Baptist Church Choir in the South.
@rgjerde53
2 жыл бұрын
As many people have said, Whitney sang this to the world -- it feels like Dolly was singing it just to me. They are both great -- Dolly loved the Whitney version. I like listening to both.
@alanlantz8663
Жыл бұрын
"The Way it is" by Bruce Hornsby and the Range. Original video
@cm9859
Жыл бұрын
Like Dolly Parson's version, softer, but gets stronger. More sincere. Her lyrics, her song.
@MommaBird52
2 жыл бұрын
Both versions are excellent Dolly's was a live song, Whitney's was a powerhouse. Dolly said she smiled everytime she heard Whitney sing this, all the way to the bank!
@louisesmith4251
Жыл бұрын
Whitney's version was created for the movie.
@mattwright8993
2 жыл бұрын
Dolly owns this tune, lol. Whitney did a great cover.
@christawilson9529
Жыл бұрын
Whitney made her own. Dolly I think is the mellow and a story teller. Both are amazing
@saltypepper6526
3 жыл бұрын
It’s not complicated or, about who’s better vocally Both are Top Vocalists in their Genre’s One can belt to the Sky and Command your ear The other is Angelic & Soft only wants you to listen Yes, Ok! 🎶✌️😁🌸
@thesimwarlock
Жыл бұрын
Dolly had already had 2 Gold reacord of this same song before Whitney was out of elementary school Dolly had well over 2 Billion reacords long before The Bodyguard was a memory
@curtismarsh4051
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this song and the mega hit Jolene on the same day in 1973
@randyjohnson6960
3 жыл бұрын
Dolly didn't have auto tune👊
@sukie584
3 жыл бұрын
Neither did Whitney. But to your point, production and recording was a whole lot simpler when Dolly sang this than in ‘94 when Whitney did it.
@dayzeystephie
2 жыл бұрын
Dude, pay attention. Dolly wrote this song. Whitney sang it well, but Dolly sang it as it was meant to be, a goodbye letter to a friend.
@shakashinereacts
2 жыл бұрын
How was I not paying attention?
@cooter-of7ej
6 ай бұрын
dolly had a number 1 hit two time vince gill number 1 once it was not a love song it was to the guy she worked for telling him she was going out on her own and dolly wrote it
@mod850
2 жыл бұрын
Like apples and oranges, even though it's essentially the same song. Dolly's got a lighter soprano, makes it sound almost delicate. Whitney's voice trended more toward alto (her range notwithstanding) and her voice is much more robust sounding. Not to mention the difference in composition, the smooth, steady, lullaby-like country vs the more dynamic and changeable R&B/Pop that Whitney produced. :)
@maryannanderson2213
Жыл бұрын
Whitney sings this song in a way that showcases her magnificent voice. Dolly sings it in a way that conveys the meaning of the lyrics. And why not? Dolly wrote the song, and she knows what each word means so obviously she puts more meaning into the song. No one would dispute that Whitney has a great voice but I much prefer Dolly's version.
@LiLiJo
2 жыл бұрын
The great thing about this song is that Dolly and Whitney made it their own. Dolly wrote it and put her unique voice to it and Whitney honored the song by putting her own emotions and incredible voice to it. You just can not compare the two.
@rhondacoleman6770
Жыл бұрын
Dolly Parton wrote that song she also said she didn't care if Whitney Houston covered the song as long as her cash register with ching ching she is quoted as saying she made a lot of money off of that song about three different times there were three different people who did the song including the songwriter Dolly Parton
@paulmyers6171
2 жыл бұрын
I tend to like Dolly’s 1982 Remake. It’s still soft but Dolly takes more vocal chances with it. It’s pop with country flair.
@profanepersonality
Жыл бұрын
Parton was sincere.
@andreadeamon6419
3 жыл бұрын
And dollys is live
@jackwillis4040
2 ай бұрын
Love your country reactions good job love your content.
@elraz1234
Жыл бұрын
Dolly has the rights to this song so she gets royalties every time Whitney’s version is played. You have to know the story behind the song. It makes a big difference.
@oldschool72
Жыл бұрын
Dolly isn't just a version, she wrote this song...she wrote it for Porter Wagoner when she was leaving his show. Dolly is Country so you really can't compare the original to Houstons cover.
@LA-fz5qw
2 жыл бұрын
Dolly has told the story that Elvis wanted this song but they also wanted the rights to it and the thing that has made Dolly the bazillionair that she is is that she doesn’t give up the rights to her music and she said no. She also used money which she got a lot of from Whitney’s version and put it back into black neighborhoods in Tennessee because she is a national treasure. She also said she had to pull over her car the first time she heard Whitney singing it it was so beautiful
@MrJoxxxi
4 ай бұрын
I like the taling/singing part...
@mikesba
2 жыл бұрын
Dolly wrote this song to explain to her manager/agent that it was time for her to move on in her career. She wasn’t going to renew their contract. Yet, she would remember all he did to get her career started. She’s happy to move on but still sad that their relationship would be changed. She just wanted him to understand. Hence, the softer version.
@duckducknight
Жыл бұрын
Dolly's song has the emotion, Whitneys had the pipes.
@StormyPeak
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not saying Whitney's voice is bad or her cover is bad. However, and I've said this for years... Dolly's voice in this song is like a crystal bell..clear and pure....Whitney's more like a cow bell....loud and over powering.
@scotth5038
2 жыл бұрын
I will decide whose version is better ,,,, after another decade of listening to both.
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