Dolly Partons latest song honors her husband Carl Dean, who died March 3.
We have spent 60 precious and meaningful years together.
Like all great love stories, they never end.
Dolly Parton at CMA Fest 2024Terry Wyatt/WireImage
They live on in memory and song.
He will always be the star of my life story, and I dedicate this song to him.
The opening piano notes signal an emotional ballad from Parton.
the song asks, repeating in the chorus I wouldnt be here, if you hadnt been there.
The singerannounced her husbands passingon social media Monday, March 3.
Two days later, she followed up the news with a statement of gratitude for all the sympathies.
This is a love note to family, friends, and fans, she wrote.
I cant reach out personally to each of you but just know it has meant the world to me.
He is in Gods arms now and I am okay with that.
I will always love you.
