The song was originally written and performed by Dolly Parton in 1974. She wrote it for her mentor and partner Porter Wagoner after leaving their band.
The song was originally written and performed by Dolly Parton in 1974. She wrote it for her mentor and partner Porter Wagoner after leaving their band.
When Houston covered it, Parton put the proceeds she earned to helping black communities. Classy lady.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2021/08/02/dolly-parton-gives-black-nashville-property-whitney-houston-song-money/5452329001/