Dolly Parton releases 'Let It Be' featuring Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr

It also features Mick Fleetwood and Peter Frampton

Dolly Parton
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 18th Aug 2023
Last updated 18th Aug 2023

Shortly after Dolly Parton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame she announced she would be releasing her first rock album, titled 'Rockstar'. Now after revealing the tracklist to feature many famous people, fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the album later this year.

Ahead of the album's release, Dolly has now released The Beatles classic 'Let It Be', featuring the two remaining members of the legendary band, Paul McCartney & Ringo Starr, along with Mick Fleetwood and Peter Frampton.

The singer took to Instagram to share a photo of herself writing: 'My new ‘Rockstar’ single, “Let It Be” is dropping this Friday! This song is really special to me because I’m joined by @paulmccartney who wrote the song, along with @ringostarrmusic, @mrpeterframpton and @mickfleetwoodofficial. Make sure to sign-up for my newsletter to be the first to hear an exclusive clip of the song!' (sic)

Since releasing her new song, Dolly has now shared the audio on YouTube.

And fans already love it, one fan wrote: 'Of course Dolly knew we needed this. Three legends still shining. ✌🏼🫶🏼🤘🏼✨💫💫💫✨', with another commenting: 'This is brilliant. It doesn't take away from the beauty of the original but creates another version. I am delighted with how this came out. Well done guys you did great!'

As fans will know, 'Let It Be' is the name of the 1970 song by The Beatles, it was written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon and reached Number 2 in the UK.

Dolly's version follows her release of 'We Are the Champions'/'We Will Rock You' and 'World On Fire', which are also featured on her upcoming album.

Also included on 'Rockstar' are some very famous names, including Elton John and Bon Jovi legend Richie Sambora.

When is 'Let It Be' out?

'Let It Be' was released on Friday 18th August.

You can hear songs by Dolly Parton on Greatest Hits Radio.

Take a look through Dolly Parton's quotes:

"It's hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world."

Dolly Parton performing in 1976.

"The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain."

Dolly on stage.

"You can be rich in spirit, kindness, love and all those things that you can’t put a dollar sign on. "

Dolly Parton on stage at Glastonbury Festival in 2014.

"You'll never do a whole lot unless you're brave enough to try."

Dolly Parton and her Goddaughter Miley Cyrus on stage at the Grammy Awards in 2019.

"If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one."

Dolly Parton and her former partner and mentor Porter Wagoner, who she wrote her hit 'I Will Always Love You' about.

"Find out who you are and do it on purpose."

Dolly performing on stage at the UK Country Music Festival.

"Never leave a rhinestone unturned."

Dolly Parton in a publicity shot for the film 'Rhinestone' in 1984.

"Life is short, keep your dreams big and your hair bigger."

Dolly Parton co-hosting the 57th Academy Of Country Music Awards in March 2022.

"When it comes to music or hair, crank up the volume!"

Dolly performed at the Academy of Country Music Awards 2022.

Now read:

Dolly Parton opens up about reuniting Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr for upcoming album

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Dolly Parton: Everything you need to know about the music icon

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