Dolly Parton, the legendary country music icon, has teamed up with the renowned children's group, The Wiggles, for an unexpected collaboration. This partnership is part of The Wiggles' upcoming album "Wiggle Up, Giddy Up!", which will be available on March 7. The album promises to be a musical celebration, featuring 32 tracks with contributions from notable country stars such as Lainey Wilson, Orville Peck, Dasha, and Morgan Evans.
Parton has lent her talent to the album by writing and performing on the heartwarming track "Friends!" Additionally, The Wiggles have covered her classic 1974 song "Love is Like a Butterfly," and her iconic "9 to 5" has been creatively reimagined as "Counting 1 to 5," tailored for educational purposes. The album also includes covers of Parton's music in songs like "It's Tough Being Three Years Old," ensuring the country music legend's influence resonates with a younger audience.
"Well, I just wiggled my way out into the Wiggles' world! I had so much fun being a part of this project, and I hope you enjoy it as much as we have." – Dolly Parton
The collaboration brings together a star-studded affair, with many prominent names contributing to the project. Red Wiggle Caterina Mete, who has a tattoo of Parton and even named one of her daughters after the singer, described working with Dolly as an extraordinary experience.
"Getting to work with my absolute musical hero is beyond surreal." – Red Wiggle Caterina Mete
The Wiggles' history of creating engaging and educational music for children finds a fresh chapter with this album. By incorporating Dolly Parton's music, The Wiggles aim to enhance the joy and learning experience for young listeners. Anthony Field, the Blue Wiggle, expressed his excitement about collaborating with Parton.
"Dolly's music is pure magic. Getting to work with her on these songs is a dream come true. We can't wait for families everywhere to sing along and share in the joy." – Anthony Field, the Blue Wiggle
"Wiggle Up, Giddy Up!" is currently available for streaming on all major platforms, offering families a delightful musical experience. The album stands as a testament to the power of country music in bringing people together across generations.
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