Dolly Parton Creates Magic For Children With The Wiggles
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Country music superstar Dolly Parton has teamed up with The Wiggles to create fun new music for children. The Wiggles are a fan favorite for young children, in addition they use bright colors, fun choreography, and catchy tunes to share positive messages with kids. The Wiggles reimagined Dolly’s classic hit “9 to 5” and collaborated with Parton on a fun new song, “Friends.” Keep reading to find out more!
Dolly Parton Teams Up With The Wiggles
Dolly Parton and The Wiggles make great friends! On Feb. 21st, they premiered their new collab, “Friends.” The track was released with a cute music video in which Parton and The Wiggles sing, dance, and perform their new song together. The Wiggles will be sharing their version of “9 to 5” and “Friends” on their upcoming country album, Wiggle Up, Giddy Up.
“Friends” is a mid-tempo country hit that teaches children the importance of friendship. Dolly Parton and The Wiggles sing the chorus, “Everyone needs one / Be my friend.” Friendship and Counting 1-5 were released in February. In addition, Wiggle Up, Giddy Up will feature another classic Dolly song, “Love Is Like a Butterfly,” reimagined and titled “We Will Always Be Friends.” The Wiggles and Parton make a fresh new team to entertain children.
The Wiggles’ new country album, Wiggle Up, Giddy Up! features collaborations with other country music stars: Lainey Wilson, Orville Peck, Dasha, Morgan Evans, Jackson Dean, Kaylee Bell, MacKenzie Porter, Troy Cassar-Daley, the Wolfe Brothers, Travis Collins, Lucky Oceans, and the late Slim Dusty. “Friendship came out in February; however, the album will be available comes out March 7th.
The Wiggles Embrace Country
So, how did Dolly Parton and The Wiggles come to work together? Dolly said, “Well, I just wiggled my way out into the Wiggles’ world!” She continued to explain that the experience of working with The Wiggles was a good one. In addition, Parton explained, “I had so much fun being a part of this project, and I hope you enjoy it as much as we have.” Children are sure to love their new work together!
Blue Wiggle, a.k.a Anthony Field, said Dolly’s music was “Pure magic.” He continued, “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.” Red Wiggle, a.k.a Caterina Mete who joined the children’s group in 2022, love Mrs. Parton. In fact Caterina has a tattoo commemorating the country superstar, in addition, she named one of her daughters after Dolly.
Caterina Mete said that working with Dolly Parton on Wiggle Up, Giddy Up was inspiring. Therefore, Mete explained, “Getting to work with my absolute musical hero is beyond surreal. Dolly has inspired me in so many ways, and I know these songs will bring so much happiness to families everywhere. Certainly, this is a dream come true for Caterina, who finds great inspiration in Dolly’s work.
Dolly Parton is known for her popular country hits, but she frequently collaborates with other artists. She recently collaborated with Sabrina Carpenter, performing her hit song “Please, Please, Please.” Will you be checking out The Wiggles album when it comes out in March?