The singer-songwriter played Parton’s classic during the intro to “Gravity”
During his SiriusXM concert at Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, New York, John Mayer honored Dolly Parton by performing a tender rendition of her 1974 hit, “I Will Always Love You.”
The singer-songwriter and guitarist delivered the electric cover during the intro to his 2006 single “Gravity,” before diving into his closer for the night.
Elsewhere in New York, Harry Styles was also among the musicians paying tribute to Parton on Wednesday. During Style’s opening night of his 30-show run at New York’s Madison Square Garden, the singer paused his concert and addressed the crowd: “I just wanna give a proper thank you to all the musicians who have inspired me over the years. Dolly, we love you. Thank you so much.” Styles played her recording of “I Will Always Love You” over the MSG speakers as the sold-out audience sang along.
The prior evening, Jack White performed a live cover of Parton’s famed song, “Jolene,” during his show at London’s Eventim Apollo. According to Setlist.fm, the tribute was the first time White had covered “Jolene” live since 2007.
As tributes continue to pour in following Parton’s death at 80 on Aug. 25, fans and celebrities alike have taken comfort in remembering the beloved country icon through shared memories and music. “Dolly, thank you for all the wonderful things you did for us here on earth. Your love, your music and you gave so much with your huge huge heart,” Reba McEntire wrote in her remembrance. “There will never ever be another you. We will remember and cherish every memory and every note you ever played and sang.”
