# Did Elvis Ever Write A Song?

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ISTR Dolly Parton saying that one of the best decisions she ever made was telling Elvis (and/or Colonel Parker) “no” when Elvis wanted to record “I Will Always Love You” and wanted the songwriting credit.

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