Dolly Parton tells a surprising story of finding God in an abandoned church filled with X-rated graffiti. She discusses her plans for how her voice will be remembered for the next 50, 100, 200 years. The speaker explores their tattoos and spirituality, emphasizing living faith through actions rather than organized religion. The conversation delves into the concept of belief in God and the existence of evil, reflecting on personal faith and religious upbringing. Dolly Parton discusses her spiritual beliefs and hopes for her music to live on after she's gone. The speaker shares their belief in a hopeful future, discussing reincarnation and expressing gratitude to contributors.
Dolly Parton found her faith in an abandoned church filled with X-rated graffiti, which shaped her spirituality and belief in talking to God as a best friend.
Dolly Parton is intentionally preparing for the future by recording click tracks of her vocals, ensuring her music will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.
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Dolly Parton's Faith Journey
Dolly Parton shares the story of how she found her faith in an abandoned church. Growing up in a religious family, she was initially scared of the church and the idea of God. However, one day in the abandoned church, she felt a powerful presence and found her own connection to God. This experience shaped her spirituality, which she describes as being spiritual rather than religious. She believes in talking to God as a best friend and living her faith through example. Dolly's faith is personal and unique to her, providing her with strength and creativity.
Leaving a Musical Legacy
Dolly Parton discusses her enduring musical legacy and her plans for the future of her music. With hundreds of songs and a vast catalog, she hopes that her music will continue to live on long after she's gone. Dolly reveals that she is intentionally preparing for the future by recording click tracks of her vocals, allowing producers to create new arrangements and styles even when she's no longer alive. She envisions her music being enjoyed for generations to come, highlighting her belief in the timeless power of music.
What Happens After We're Gone?
Dolly Parton shares her thoughts on what happens after death. While she doesn't claim to have all the answers, she believes in the possibility of reincarnation and the idea that our energy is recycled. She hopes that after death, we can reconnect with the divine energy and spread ourselves in wonderful ways. Dolly expresses her faith and the comfort she finds in believing in something bigger and greater than herself, while acknowledging that faith is personal and subjective. She hopes that her music and her life can inspire people and make the world a better place.
As Dolly will tell you, so much of who she is - her creativity, her music, her stance on life - emanates from her faith, but what exactly is that faith? The answer is deeply surprising. In this episode, Dolly tells a story of finding God in an abandoned church filled with X-rated graffiti. And she speaks of her plans for how she'll be remembered after she’s gone—how her voice will live on for the next 50, 100, 200 years.
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