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Tumble out of bed and I stumble to the kitchen
Pour myself a cup of ambition
And yawn and stretch and try to come to life
Dolly Parton
9 to 5
During the making of the 1980 film "9 to 5", the theme song in the same name was being typed up by Dolly Parton herself.
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The Basics
You see, Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton struck up a deal.
In 1980, Fonda approached Parton to star in her upcoming film "9 to 5". Despite lacking prior acting experience, Parton agreed to take on the role of Doralee under the condition that she could write the theme song. A deal was quickly made. Throughout filming, in between takes, Parton diligently crafted the now iconic song "9 to 5".
When Fonda first approached her, Parton responded,
Borrowing the name “9 to 5” from the 9to5 organization and using her nails to sound like a typewriter, the famous song was born for the world to hear and listen to for the rest of time.
On November 30, 1980, released just before “9 to 5” premiered in cinemas, Dolly's country pop anthem quickly became a massive hit.
By the conclusion of January 1981, "9 to 5" ascended to the top of Billboard Hot 100, Country, and Adult Contemporary. Eventually, it claimed the top spot on the US Billboard charts.
Additionally, "9 to 5" was included in Parton's 1980 album, "9 to 5 and Odd Jobs," where it served as the album's centerpiece. Overall, there is no denying Parton’s success with “9 to 5.”
9 to 5 Theme Song Fun Facts
- The song is consider the feminist anthem for working women.
- The success of "9 to 5" along with her starring in the film "9 to 5" made Parton an international superstar crossing over from country music to mainstream pop.
- Parton work with songwriter Gregg Perry on "9 to 5", and the two would continue to write songs together in Parton's next musical "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas".
- The song was recorded at Sound Labs in Hollywood, California.
- The movie and song was inspired by the 9to5: National Association of Working Women, and it's co-founder, Karen Nussbaum had this to say about Parton's song,
If you’ve never watched the film or seen the musical, I bet you have at least listened to Parton’s “9 to 5”. That's how iconic it is.
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Conclusion
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9 to 5 Theme Song FAQ
Where can I stream or buy the "9 to 5" song online?
You can stream or buy "9 to 5" on YouTube Music, Apple Music, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Soundcloud or Spotify.
What are the lyrics to the "9 to 5" song?
You can find the lyrics here.
What is the meaning behind the lyrics of that popular office anthem?
You can learn all about the meaning behind "9 to 5" in my blog post here 🙂
Who originally performed the song "9 to 5"?
Dolly Parton herself!
Who originally performed the song "9 to 5"?
Dolly Parton herself!
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