Dolly Parton and Zach Williams have created a powerful tribute to faith with their hit song “There Was Jesus,” which soared to No. 1 on the Christian Billboard charts. The track reminds us that it’s never too late to follow our dreams and find faith, no matter where we start.
Dolly, who rose from poverty to superstardom, has always stayed connected to her roots. Her authenticity and kindness shine through in everything she does, making her not just a legendary artist, but a truly remarkable person.
Co-written by Williams, the song captures the journey of finding faith during life’s toughest moments. After they wrote it, Williams was determined to get Dolly on board. When she heard the song, she loved it, and the two soon recorded it together. Williams later shared, “It was an honor to work with Dolly. She made me feel like I was the only person in the room—so down-to-earth and genuine.”