Dolly Parton pays tribute to her late husband, Carl Dean, through the emotional song "If You Hadn't Been There." Parton shared personal memories on social media, recalling their lifelong love story. The couple met in Nashville's laundromat when she was 18, and they married in 1966. Dean passed away at 82, which prompted Parton's heartfelt tribute. Their relationship was characterized by mutual respect and freedom, as they chose to focus on their individual passions. Parton's dedication in the song emphasizes their unwavering bond even after Dean's passing.
"Carl and I fell in love when I was 18 and he was 23, and like all great love stories, they never end. They live in memory and in song, and I dedicate this to him."
"If you hadn't been there / Where would I be? / Without your trust, love and belief. The ups and downs / We've always shared / And I wouldn't be here, if you hadn't been there."
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