Heartbreaker was Dolly Parton's first album produced by Gary Klein, a pop producer known for his work with artists like Barbra Streisand. Recorded in Los Angeles and Nashville, the album continued Parton's transition into mainstream pop, featuring orchestral arrangements and backing vocals.
The album was a commercial success, reaching number 27 on the Billboard 200 and number 1 on the country albums chart. The lead single, 'Heartbreaker', became a hit on both country and pop charts, while 'I Really Got the Feeling' also received good reception.
Despite mixed reviews for its polished sound, the album solidified Parton as a crossover artist. The song 'We're Through Forever ('Til Tomorrow)' was released as a single in some markets, and the album includes a cover of 'Baby I'm Burnin''.