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Dolly Parton’s Songs Found Lasting Connections in Hindi Music

Dolly Parton was a famous American country singer.

Her music became popular in many places, including India.

One of her best-known songs was “I Will Always Love You.”

In 1994, singer Amar recorded a Hindi version called “Tu Hai Mera Sanam.”

Another Parton song, “Jolene,” was connected to two Hindi film songs.

The opening of “Ek Raasta Hai Zindagi” reportedly used part of the melody from “Jolene.”

The tune was also reused in “Aaja Aaja Aa Bhi Ja.”

Parton reportedly never visited India, although she said she wanted to go.

Key facts

Dolly Parton: American country singer-songwriter described in the article as the Queen of Country.
Reported death: The article says Parton died on August 25 at age 80 after a brief illness.
Original song: Parton wrote and released “I Will Always Love You” in 1974 as a goodbye to her mentor.
Hindi adaptation: Amar Dhanjal recorded “Tu Hai Mera Sanam,” an official Hindi adaptation, in 1994.
Jolene connection: The opening melody of “Ek Raasta Hai Zindagi” reportedly borrows from Parton’s 1973 song “Jolene.”
Additional reuse: The tune of “Jolene” was also reused in “Aaja Aaja Aa Bhi Ja” from Pyaar Ka Saaya (1991).
Visit to India: The article says Parton had never visited India but had expressed a desire to do so.

wionews.com · 1 week ago