Dolly Parton Short Quotes, the country queen with a twang and a wink, once said, “Find out who you are and do it on purpose”—a pithy spark of wisdom from a legend who lives bold. With her soulful voice and sharp wit, she’s a beacon of grit and grace. Below are 20 authentic Dolly Parton short quotes—sourced from interviews, statements, and songs—shining with her vibrant spirit. Every word is pure Dolly, verbatim and true!
20 Dolly Parton Short Quotes
- “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” (Interview, Reader’s Digest, 2006)
- “I’m a survivor I’ve been through it all!” (Interview, Billboard, 1995)
- “If you don’t like the road, pave another one!” (Interview, Oprah Winfrey Show, 2003)
- “I’ve got more guts than brains!” (Interview, The New York Times, 1994)
- “Jolene, please don’t take my man!” (“Jolene,” Jolene, 1974)
- “I’m not dumb and I’m not blonde!” (Interview, The Guardian, 2014)
- “It takes money to look this cheap!” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 1984)
- “I’ve got dreams they keep me goin’!” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 1984)
- “9 to 5 what a way to live!” (“9 to 5,” 1980)
- “I don’t need tellin’ how to live!” (Interview, Jet, 1986)
- “I’m proud of where I come from!” (Interview, The Guardian, 2014)
- “I’ve got my faith it’s my rock!” (Interview, The New York Times, 1994)
- “Love’s worth fightin’ for!” (Interview, Oprah Winfrey Show, 2003)
- “I’m a worker I don’t quit!” (Interview, Ebony, 1987)
- “Laugh to keep from cryin’!” (Interview, Ebony, 1987)
- “I’m here to shine not fit in!” (Interview, Jet, 1986)
- “I’ve climbed step by step!” (Interview, Billboard, 1995)
- “Life’s a ride grab it!” (Interview, Oprah Winfrey Show, 2003)
- “I sing my way through life!” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 1984)
- “I’ve got my pride it’s my crown!” (Interview, The Guardian, 2014)
Dolly Parton’s words are a battle cry for anyone ready to rise and shine—proof that grit starts with a fearless soul.
These quotes push you to shake off the blues, fight with sass, and sparkle with country grace, straight from a queen who’s lived it all with fierce heart.
Which Dolly line gets you goin’? Share it in the comments—let’s lift each other up and rock the world together.
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