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Singer Kesha delivered an emotional performance at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Pittsburgh, covering Dolly Parton’s classic 1980 track “Old Flames (Can’t Hold a Candle to You).” The tribute held special significance for Kesha, as her mother Pebe Sebert co-wrote the original song that became one of Parton’s most beloved recordings.
During the concert, Kesha shared how deeply Parton’s music had impacted her family’s life. She explained to the audience that the song her mother wrote for Parton helped provide financial stability for her household, funding her education and enabling her family to purchase a home. The artist reflected on the profound influence the country legend had exerted throughout her life, describing Parton as a “guiding light” whose approval remained paramount to her artistic decisions.
The connection between Kesha and Parton extended beyond family ties. In 2017, the two artists recorded a duet version of “Old Flames” for Kesha’s album “Rainbow,” which was created during a challenging period marked by legal battles and the #MeToo movement. Kesha credited Parton’s collaboration with providing spiritual strength during that difficult time, feeling supported by the iconic performer’s presence and endorsement of her work.
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Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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