Dolly Parton / Coat of Many Colors

Coat of Many Colors, released in 1971, is a classic country album by Dolly Parton that showcases her signature storytelling prowess and deeply personal lyrics centered on themes of family, love, resilience, and her humble Appalachian upbringing. The album is widely regarded as a timeless country classic and a pivotal work in her career. The album marks a point where Parton began to assert her independence as a songwriter, using her own life stories to create powerful, relatable music, moving beyond her role as a duet partner and TV sidekick