Canada to hit U.S. with retaliatory tariffs. And, remembering music legend Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton's music continues to resonate with audiences across generations, decades, and genres, as evidenced by her impressive streaming numbers. Following the country music icon's passing, listeners have revisited her catalog, with her biggest hits maintaining their popularity on platforms like Spotify and YouTube Music. According to streaming data from August 26, 2026, Parton's Spotify catalogue has accumulated approximately 5.93 billion streams across 742 tracks, including collaborations and featured appearances.

Her song "Jolene," released in 1973, remains her most-streamed solo recording on Spotify, with about 953 million streams on Spotify and around 109 million plays on YouTube Music. The song's enduring popularity is remarkable, given that it was released more than half a century ago. "Jolene" has transcended its country roots, influencing artists like Miley Cyrus and Beyoncé.

The hit "9 to 5," originally written for the 1980 film of the same name, is Parton's cultural icon, boasting around 896 million Spotify streams and 106 million YouTube Music plays. The song secured Parton's first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned her Grammy Awards. Parton's duet with Kenny Rogers, "Islands in the Stream," has nearly 615 million Spotify streams and 318 million YouTube Music plays.

The 1983 collaboration topped the Billboard Hot 100 and country charts, and it has become a Platinum-certified hit in the US. Parton's collaboration with Whitney Houston on "I Will Always Love You" initially belonged solely to Parton before Houston's global pop success transformed it into a worldwide phenomenon. The song's impact introduced Parton's songwriting to an entirely new generation.

The 1977 hit "Here You Come Again" has garnered approximately 156 million Spotify streams and around 23 million YouTube Music plays, establishing Parton as an artist who smoothly transitioned between country and pop. Parton's ability to connect with younger generations is evident in her collaborations, such as the dance-pop track "Faith" with Galantis and Mr. Probz, which has amassed around 148 million Spotify streams.

Beyoncé's 2022 album "Cowboy Carter" marked another significant milestone for Parton, with her song "TYRANT" featuring the pop star accumulating approximately 128 million Spotify streams. Parton's recent collaboration with Christian artist Zach Williams, "There Was Jesus," has garnered around 101 million Spotify streams and 138 million YouTube Music plays, allowing the country singer to delve into gospel and Christian music while reaching a new audience.

Additionally, her duet with country star Brad Paisley, "When I Get Where I'm Going," has surpassed 70 million Spotify streams and earned country music recognition, including a CMA Music Video of the Year award. Despite not being her highest-streamed hit, Parton considers "Coat of Many Colors," released in 1971, one of her most cherished songs.

The autobiographical ballad, which tells the story of a coat her mother made for her from scraps of fabric, speaks to themes of poverty, family, and pride. It remains central to Parton's legacy due to its deeply personal narrative and has accumulated approximately 70 million Spotify streams and 42 million YouTube Music plays.