
Dolly Parton is a legend for her singing, but she’s just as incredible as a songwriter. Over the years, she’s written tons of hits that were first recorded by other artists or covered later by famous stars, so many people don’t even realize she wrote them. From classic country to Broadway tunes, here’s a list of songs few people know it was actually Dolly who wrote.
#1: “Fuel to the Flame” (1967) – Skeeter Davis
Dolly co-wrote this song with her uncle Bill Owens soon after arriving in Nashville. Skeeter Davis released it in 1967, reaching the top ten and boosting her career. The ballad features yearning lyrics about new love and uncertainty. This early success helped establish Dolly as a songwriter, proving her talent for crafting hits for herself and other artists alike.

