Dolly Parton celebrates her birthday by releasing new songs

(WVLT/Gray News) - Dolly Parton has released some new songs to celebrate her birthday.

“Hey fans and friends, it’s my birthday so I’m giving you a present,” Parton said in an Instagram post. The iconic country singer turned 78 on Jan. 19.

Parton said she’s dropping four never-released songs, along with a few that fans will recognize but were not included in the original release of her latest album, “Rockstar,” which came out in November 2023.

The additional tracks the newly deluxe album, “Rockstar (Deluxe)”, include “Rockin’ It (Live),” “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” “Mama Never Said,” “Two Tickets To Paradise,” “Jolene (featuring Måneskin),” “Stay Out Of My Bedroom,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “The Entertainer,” and “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This).”

“Rockstar (Deluxe)” is available on Spotify, Apple Music and other music streaming services, according to a CNN report.

“I hope you enjoy them, and I hope you all have a happy birthday for me,” on social media.