When Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn decided to sing together, almost all of Nashville objected. Two stars, two great careers — nobody wanted them to take the risk. But they believed in it, and only one person stood outside in support: Doolittle, Loretta’s husband. They persevered. The song “After the Fire Is Gone” was almost dismissed by Conway, until he accidentally realized its true value. In early 1971, the song was released. Just months later, it reached No. 1 — and earned them a Grammy. Not every duet is created from a perfect plan… some are born from an unquenchable belief.
Introduction: Everybody in Nashville Said No — Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn Said Yes When Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn first discussed…