Released in February 1970 by RCA Victor, 'The Fairest of Them All' is Dolly Parton's fourth solo studio album. The title references a fairy tale, and the album includes a mix of original songs and covers, with a focus on ballads and sentimental themes.
The album contains the single 'Just Because I'm a Woman', which became a minor hit on the country charts (peaking at number 17) and is one of Parton's early feminist songs. It also includes covers of classics like 'I'll Never Fall in Love Again' and 'When I'm Gone'. Production was again handled by Bob Ferguson.
The album reached number 13 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Although not a massive success, it solidified Parton's reputation as a songwriter and vocalist, and 'Just Because I'm a Woman' remains one of her most iconic songs from that era.