We Used To

Dolly Parton

About We Used To

"We Used To" is a single, released in October 1975, by Dolly Parton that reached #9 on the U. S. country singles charts. It was also included on her 1975 album Dolly: The Seeker/We Used To. The song, written by Parton in late 1974, featured a guitar pattern at the opening which put a number of critics and fans in mind of the Led Zeppelin classic "Stairway to Heaven". (Parton, who has stated a number of times that she is a longtime Led Zeppelin fan, eventually covered "Stairway" in 2002. ) 


Year:
1999
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We used to walk through fields of green 
We used to sit by clear blue streams 
We used to be so happy 
Me and you 

We used to do such silly things 
We used to make love in the rain 
We used to 
Yes, we used to 

Then you went away 
Leaving me with the memories we made 
Memories of those sweet yesterdays 
Spent with you (spent with you)
Spent with you 

And even though you're gone 
I still think so often of you 
And the things that we no longer do 
Like we used to (we used to)
Oh we used to 

We used to be so much in love 
We used to kiss and hold and touch 
We used to find so many things to do 

We used to laugh and plan and dream 
We used to own the world it seemed 
We used to 
Yes, we used to 

Then you went away 
Leaving me with the memories we made 
Memories of those sweet yesterdays 
Spent with you (spent with you)
Spent with you 

Oh and even though you're gone 
I still think so often of you 
And the things that we no longer do 
Like we used to 
Oh we used to 

La mmm
Ahh

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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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11 facts about this song

Songwriting Genius
"We Used To" was written by the legendary country singer-songfootnote, Dolly Parton herself. This showcases her immense songwriting abilities along with her breathtaking singing.
Album Inclusion
The song is a part of Dolly Parton's 17th solo studio album named "Here You Come Again," which was released in 1977.
Chart Success
"We Used To" peaked at number 9 on the US Billboard Country Singles chart in early 1978, proving its popularity among listeners.
Pop Crossover
The parent album "Here You Come Again" was Dolly Parton's first significant attempt to branch out beyond country music into the pop genre, and "We Used To" represents her blending of these two styles seamlessly.
Production Team
The song was produced by Gary Klein along with Parton, signifying the first time in thirteen years that someone other than Bob Ferguson produced a part for Parton.
Lyric Theme
"We Used To" is a reflective song about past times and love. It taps on the sentimentality of times shared with old lovers or friends, which anyone can relate to.
Music Video
Though Dolly Parton didn't make a lot of music videos in her early days, there is a unique video for "We Used To" which adds a new level of introspection to the song.
Live Performances
Over the years, Dolly Parton has performed "We Used To" live in concerts, and each performance is unique and special in itself.
Reissue
"We Used To" was reissued as a digital single on June 5, 2020, reaching new generations of listeners.
Part of Dolly's Golden Era
"We Used To" is often considered part of Dolly Parton's golden era in the late 1970s when she produced some of her most iconic and successful music.
Versatility
The song is a perfect example of Dolly Parton's versatility, combining country music with a more commercial pop sound, highlighting her ability to cross musical genres effectively.

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