Holly Dunn

Country music singer-songwriter, 'Daddy's Hands'

Holly Dunn - Country music singer-songwriter, 'Daddy's Hands'
Born

August 22nd, 1957
67 years ago

Died

2016
9 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Holly Dunn gained prominence as a country music singer-songwriter in the late 1980s and early 1990s. She began her music career with the debut album 'Diamond Rio,' released in 1986. The album yielded several hit singles, including 'Daddy's Hands,' which became her signature song. Over the years, she released multiple albums and earned widespread recognition for her songwriting abilities, contributing to the tracks of other artists as well. With a unique voice and poignant lyrics, Dunn established herself in the country music genre until her retirement from performing in the 2000s.

Released hit singles including 'Daddy's Hands'

Received multiple nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards

Won a BMI Songwriter Award

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