Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers – Islands In The Stream

Introduction

In 1983, two titans of the music industry, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, joined forces to create the unforgettable duet, “Islands In The Stream.” This timeless masterpiece not only topped the charts but also captured the hearts of audiences with its irresistible melody and enchanting lyrics.

Did You Know?

• “Islands In The Stream” was released as a single from Kenny Rogers’ album “Eyes That See in the Dark” in 1983.
• The song was written by the Bee Gees, who originally intended it for Marvin Gaye. However, when Gaye turned it down, Kenny Rogers decided to record it as a duet with Dolly Parton.
• The chemistry between Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers was palpable, leading to a seamless collaboration that resonated with listeners worldwide.
• “Islands In The Stream” topped the charts in multiple countries and became one of the best-selling singles of all time, solidifying its status as a classic duet.
• The song’s success led to subsequent collaborations between Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, cementing their legacy as one of the most beloved duos in music history.

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Lyrics: Islands In The Stream

Baby when I met you there was peace unknown
I set out to get you with a fine tooth comb
I was soft inside
There was something going on

You do something to me that I can’t explain
Hold me closer and I feel no pain
Every beat of my heart
We got something going on
Tender love is blind
It requires a dedication
All this love we feel needs no conversation
We ride it together, uh huh
‘Cause we love one another, uh huh

Islands in the stream
That is what we are
No one in between
How can we be wrong?
Sail away with me
To another world
And we rely on each other, uh huh
‘Cause we love one another, uh huh

I can’t live without you if the love was gone
Everything is nothing if you got no one
And you just walk in the night
Slowly losing sight of the real thing

But that won’t happen to us and we got no doubt
Too deep in love and we got no way out
And the message is clear
This could be the year for the real thing
No more will you cry
Baby I will hurt you never
We start and end as one
In love forever
We can ride it together, uh huh
‘Cause we love one another, uh huh

Islands in the stream
That is what we are
No one in between
How can we be wrong?
Sail away with me
To another world
And we rely on each other, uh huh
‘Cause we love one another, uh huh

Islands in the stream
That is what we are
No one in between
How can we be wrong?
Sail away with me
To another world
And we rely on each other, uh huh
‘Cause we love one another, uh huh