Brad Paisley’s Tribute to Dolly Parton Featured a Rare Glimpse Into Carl Dean’s Life
Brad Paisley remembered Dolly Parton after her death, describing how they worked together on “When I Get Where I’m Going”. His recollection also offered a rare glimpse of her husband, Carl Dean, who preferred to stay out of public view.
Speaking on the Nashville Now podcast, Paisley said Parton spent a day with him at home, while Dean was content to drive her and remain in the background. Paisley said the song, which had comforted him after his aunt’s death, now felt as though it was about Parton. It was also her final No. 1 on Billboard’s US Hot Country Songs chart.
In short
- Paisley recalled making a song with Dolly Parton.
- Carl Dean was happy to remain out of the spotlight.
- The song became Parton’s final US Hot Country Songs No. 1.
Explained simply
Dolly Parton is an American country singer and songwriter whose career spans decades. Brad Paisley is also a country singer; the two worked together on his song “When I Get Where I’m Going”, which deals with loss and the hope of seeing loved ones again.
Parton was married to Carl Dean for many years, but he rarely appeared in public and kept his life private. That meant accounts from people who spent time with the couple offered occasional glimpses of their relationship.