On this day March 14 1981 Dolly Parton’s hit song 9 to 5 reclaimed the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for the second time after first topping the chart from February 21 to 27. The song became an anthem for working class Americans with its upbeat melody and empowering lyrics.
9 to 5 was written for the 1980 comedy film of the same name starring Dolly Parton Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The song not only became one of Parton’s biggest hits but also helped define the film’s lasting cultural impact.
80s insight: 9 to 5 was the second highest grossing movie of 1980 proving to be a massive success both on screen and on the music charts.