Dolly Parton, still giving, has a new song waiting in the wings
The unreleased track was buried in a time capsule scheduled to open near the artist's 100th birthday in 2045.
Dolly Parton, the country music icon, has left behind a time capsule containing a new song, buried with her approval in 2015. The song, titled "Dream Box," has remained unheard by fans until now, as it will not be opened until the Dollywood DreamMore Resort And Spa's 30th anniversary in 2045, just before Parton's 100th birthday.
Variety reports that the chestnut was packed with players, ensuring that everyone would have what they needed. Parton herself expressed concern that the song might rot before it's heard, stating, "It’s a really good song. But yes, I have a song that’s buried that nobody’s gonna hear—I don’t know whose damn idea that was." The time capsule, known as the "Dream Box," also pays tribute to Dolly's mentor and uncle, Bill Owens, who worked to preserve the American Chestnut tree.
Dolly's fans can look forward to more posthumous music and tributes, including a museum and hotel opening in Nashville, a line of Purina dog treats, a coffee brand, and a Broadway musical about her life, all set to be released in the coming years. Her legacy continues to inspire even after her passing.
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