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From Appalachia to Africa: Why Dolly Parton was beloved across the continent

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Dolly Parton's songs traveled far beyond Nashville. Across Africa, musicians embraced her stories of hardship, heartbreak and humble beginnings — and made them their own.

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From Appalachia to Africa: Why Dolly Parton was beloved across the continent

Dolly Parton's songs traveled far beyond Nashville. Across Africa, musicians embraced her stories of hardship, heartbreak and humble beginnings — and made them their own.

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Why Dolly Parton’s songs struck a chord in Africa : NPR

Nigerian country singer Ochiora Okogeri, popularly known as The Country Man, performs Dolly Parton songs during International Cowboy Day celebrations in Nairobi in July 2026. Luis Tato/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Luis Tato/AFP via Getty Images JOHANNESBURG—Dolly Parton was truly a global star, her reach extending from the hills of Appalachia to […]

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