Howdy, country music fans! We’ve got some exciting news fresh off the charts that’s blending a little pop sparkle with some authentic country twang. Sabrina Carpenter, the pop sensation who’s been lighting up the airwaves, has teamed up with none other than our Queen of Country, Dolly Parton, for a remix of her hit “Please Please Please.” And guess what? It’s officially lassoed a spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart!
Released on February 14 as part of the deluxe edition of Carpenter’s album Short n’ Sweet, this reimagined track debuted at No. 17 on the Hot Country Songs chart (dated March 1). With 6.3 million U.S. streams and 2,000 downloads in its first week, it’s clear this collab is striking a chord with listeners. The remix swaps out some of the original’s pop polish for banjos, acoustic guitars, and a down-home vibe that feels right at home in country territory. Oh, and Dolly’s influence? She even cleaned up the lyrics a bit—swapping out a certain unladylike word for something more radio-friendly. Classic Dolly move!
For Sabrina, this marks her very first ride onto the Hot Country Songs chart, and we’ve got to say, she’s picked one heck of a partner for her country debut. Meanwhile, Dolly Parton is proving once again why she’s a timeless legend. This is her second top 20 hit this decade, following her No. 12 peak last April with Beyoncé on “Tyrant” from Cowboy Carter. With “Please Please Please,” Dolly’s now racked up an incredible 76 career top 20 hits on the chart, stretching all the way back to her first in 1967 with “Something Fishy.” Talk about a legacy—she’s the only artist to score top 20 country hits in seven different decades!
The remix dropped alongside a Thelma & Louise-style music video that’s got fans buzzing. Picture this: Sabrina and Dolly cruising down a dusty road in a pickup truck, cash in the back, and a mysterious fella tied up with a sack over his head. It’s a wild ride that nods to the original vid featuring Sabrina’s ex, Barry Keoghan, but with Dolly’s charm sprinkled all over it. Behind-the-scenes clips show the two blondes bonding over their petite statures and big hair, with Sabrina gushing, “We’re little, we’re blonde, and we love each other.” Could they be any cuter?
This isn’t just a win for the duo—it’s a win for Short n’ Sweet, too. The deluxe version, boosted by this collab and four bonus tracks (“15 Minutes,” “Couldn’t Make It Any Harder,” “Busy Woman,” and “Bad Reviews”), just hit No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart. Pretty impressive for an album that already gave Sabrina her first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the original “Please Please Please” last June.
So, what’s next? The remix has been sent to country radio, and with its fiddle-infused sound and Dolly’s golden touch, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it climb even higher. For now, it’s a perfect blend of fresh-faced talent and country royalty, proving that good music knows no genre boundaries. Whether you’re a longtime Dolly devotee or a Sabrina newbie, this track’s got something for everyone.
Give it a listen, y’all, and let us know what you think in the comments. Is this the start of a country chapter for Sabrina Carpenter? And how about Dolly—still stealing the show after all these years? We’re here for it!