"I Will Always Love You '' is a song originally written and recorded in 1973 by American singer - songwriter Dolly Parton. Her country version of the track was released in 1974 as a single and was written as a farewell to her one - time partner and mentor of seven years, Porter Wagoner, following Parton 's decision to pursue a solo career.
who wrote the song i will always love you
Dolly Parton