Baby I'm Burnin'

Dolly Parton

About Baby I'm Burnin'

"Baby I'm Burnin'" is a song by American singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. It was released as a double A-side single with "I Really Got the Feeling" on November 13, 1978, by RCA Records, from Parton's album Heartbreaker. The song was written by Parton and was aimed at the pop charts, while "I Really Got the Feeling" was aimed toward to country charts. In addition to the standard 7-inch single, an extended 12-inch single titled Dance with Dolly was released, which included an extended dance remix of "Baby I'm Burning" backed with an extended dance remix of "I Wanna Fall in Love". Parton frequently performs "Baby I'm Burnin'" in concert, often using it as her opening number. She also used the song as the theme to her 1987–1988 variety show, Dolly!. 


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You look at me that way 
I know what your eyes say 
Your eyes reflect love and desire 
I see that you need me 
I need you to please me 
You touch me and set me on fire 
It's the way that you love me 
The way that you touch me 
The way that you whisper my name 
I cannot resist you 
Each time I kiss you 
Then everything goes up in flames 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning 
You got me on fire 
I'm on fire 

This red hot emotion 
Puts fireworks in motion 
It looks like the fourth of July 
There's no use in fighting 
This fire you've ignited 
Just stand back and watch the sparks fly 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning 
You got me on fire 

Baby, I'm burning 
Baby, I'm burning 
Baby, I'm burning 
Baby, I'm burning 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning 
You got me on fire 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning 
You got me on fire 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning 
You got me on fire 

Baby, I'm burning out of control 
Baby, I'm burning body and soul 
Hot as a pistol of flaming desire 
Baby, I'm burning

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Dolly Parton

Dolly Rebecca Parton (born January 19, 1946) is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, author, and philanthropist, best known for her work in country music. She has composed over 3,000 songs, the best known of which include "I Will Always Love You" (a two-time U.S. country chart-topper for Parton, as well as an international pop hit for Whitney Houston), "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors", "9 to 5", and "My Tennessee Mountain Home". As an actress, she starred in the movies 9 to 5, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Steel Magnolias, Gnomeo & Juliet, Straight Talk, Unlikely Angel, and Joyful Noise. She is one of the most successful female country artists of all time; with an estimated 175 million in album sales, Dolly Parton is also o… more »

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Written by: Dolly Parton

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Release Details
"Baby I'm Burnin'" is a song written and performed by the iconic American country music artist, Dolly Parton. - The song was released in October 1978 as the first single from her album "Heartbreaker."
Song Production
This high energy disco-influenced song was produced by Dolly's frequent collaborator Gary Klein, with Charles Koppelman serving as executive producer.
Chart Performance
"Baby I'm Burnin'" reached no. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and no. 11 on the Hot Country Songs chart, marking her strong presence in multiple genres.
Double A-Side Single
The song was released as a double A-side single along with "I Really Got the Feeling." Interestingly, while "Baby I'm Burnin'" charted higher on the pop charts, it was "I Really Got the Feeling" that ended up reaching no. 1 on the country charts.
Remix and Re-release
In 1993, the song was remixed and re-released as a dance single, further demonstrating its versatility and wide appeal.
Music Video
A music video for the song includes footage from Dolly's concerts showing her in a flamboyant, light-up outfit symbolizing the song's title.
Television Performance
Parton performed "Baby I'm Burnin'" on her 1976–1977 variety show, "Dolly!" showcasing her versatility by performing songs from various genres.
Cultural Influence
The song’s influence extends to modern culture too. It was featured on a 2003 episode of "Gilmore Girls."
Song Duration
The track duration for "Baby I'm Burnin'" runs around 2 minutes and 37 seconds. It's a relatively short song, but packed full of energy.
Pink Vinyl Pressing
A rare pink vinyl pressing of the "Baby I'm Burnin'" 45 RPM single was released, keeping in line with Dolly Parton's flamboyant style and personal branding.

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