Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus are queens of the music industry.

While Parton is an undisputed country music legend and all-around icon, Cyrus is a pop superstar.

She continued, revealing, “She likes fairy godmother much better.”

Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus

Here’s an inside look at Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus' relationship.

He continued, telling Rather, “From that moment on, we became very good friends.”

Parton credits her friendship with Billy Ray to their shared roots.

Dolly Parton and Billy Ray Cyrus

However, one song of Parton’s is particularly memorable both for its melody and the story it tells.

It’s an undeniably catchy song as well as a go-to karaoke pick for aspiring Dolly Partons everywhere.

In November 2019, Netflix releasedHeartstrings an eight-episode anthology series inspired by eight of Parton’s most beloved songs.

Miley Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus

However, Parton revealed toEntertainment Tonightthat Hough wasn’t her first pick for the role.

“Years back when I used to think of Jolene …

However, as Parton explained, Miley Cyrus' busy schedule didn’t leave much time for filming.

Miley Cyrus

She continued, admitting, “It got weird.

It just felt like…

I was grown up.”

Miley Cyrus

And there’s plenty ofcelebs who can’t stand Miley Cyrus.

Plus it’s not like Dolly Parton hasn’t hadher own stunning transformationover the years.

Of course, that person was none other than Cyrus' fairy godmother, Dolly Parton.

Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus

Parton continued, writing, “But I’ve watched her grow up.

So I don’t.”

And she was just smotherin' and chokin' in it.

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth

So she felt she had to do something completely drastic.

And she did.”

However, in 2013, Cyrus confirmed that the wedding was off.

Miley Cyrus

The songstress continued, “I would say be cautious and be careful.

And be loving and kind!”

Though they wed in an intimateDecember 2018 ceremony, Hemsworthfiled for divorcefrom Cyrus in August 2019.

Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton

“She’s like a little Elvis,” Parton told the publication.

She writes songs like she’s 40 years old!

She’s really deep."

Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus

That’s certainly high praise!

It seems Parton has passed her personal philosophy on to her goddaughter, Miley Cyrus.

Cyrus continued, saying Parton is a reminder to “never let success change your heart.”

Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus

However, Parton’s big week was a bit overshadowed by goddaughter Miley Cyrus' relationship drama.

“Miley is so talented.

She has a good head on her shoulders.

Miley Cyrus

The country icon continued, “I will never, ever bad-mouth Miley, no matter what she does.

I just always hope she comes out the other end alright.”

Speaking withTaste of Country Nights, Parton revealed the song’s deeper meaning.

Dolly Parton

She continued, “It’s a good song for the times right now.”

In an interview withNME,Cyrus called out a particular lyric from the song.

She continued, explaining, “Because a rainbow’s not a rainbow without all the different colors.”

Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus

However, it’s safe to say there will never be another Dolly.

Through her grandparents in Kentucky she is connected to that earthy feeling and attitude.”

Added the pop star, “She does it because she likes it.

Dolly Parton

If you want to be pushing the boundaries, you have to like it.”

“I have faxes from Dolly Parton, hand-signed also.

She faxes,” Cyrus revealed.

When I have one of those it’s like ‘Where’s the nearest fax machine?’

I then have it sent to someone that can get the fax.

Then they put it digital for my phone."

However, in August 2019, arepresentative for Cyrus confirmedthat she and Hemsworth had made the decision to separate.

“Miley’s smart; Miley knows what she’s doing,” Parton toldPeoplein a November 2019 interview.