Dolly Parton's Secret Song for Her 100th Birthday

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music artist, made extensive plans regarding her musical legacy, extending even beyond her passing. She selected "If We Never Meet Again," an old country-gospel hymn and her father's favorite, to be played at her funeral. This choice reflected a deep personal connection and a hope for reunion.

Furthermore, Parton curated a unique musical time capsule. This includes an unreleased song titled "My Place in History," recorded in 2015. The song is secured in a locked chestnut box at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort, with instructions for it to be heard publicly for the first time on her 100th birthday, January 19, 2046.

Parton also expressed a desire for a small, private funeral service for her immediate family. Her wishes extended to her final resting place, with plans for her to be laid to rest in a "beautiful bed of plush cotton."