Ricky Skaggs shares the memory of praying with Dolly Parton in a small church rebuilt in her backyard before recording White Limozeen, the album that helped elevate her career again. Skaggs and Parton prayed for success over the album, musicians, and singers.

Skaggs said, “I just never have forgotten just the power of that day. That whole day was just wonderful. It showed me the kind of woman she was.”

The collaboration on White Limozeen followed an appearance by Skaggs and his band on Parton’s TV show. She expressed her wish to craft a country album and invited Skaggs to produce it.

Parton returned to traditional country sounds with White Limozeen after exploring pop influences in the late 1970s and 1980s. Her prior album, Rainbow, aimed at pop, fell short in the market.

White Limozeen became a success, ranking No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, featuring two No. 1 hits and earning Gold status. Despite White Limozeen being their sole recording collaboration, Skaggs and Parton maintained a lasting bond.

Parton’s philanthropy, deeply rooted in her Appalachian background and faith, was evident in initiatives like the Imagination Library and contributions to disaster relief.

Skaggs emphasized Parton’s compassionate nature, irrespective of her glamorous appearance. He appreciated Parton’s charitable efforts and impact on his own practices with his band.

Reflecting on Parton’s legacy, Skaggs praised her dedication to music, life, and philanthropy, noting her pure and generous heart.