Dolly Parton about Beyoncé’s version of his song ‘Jolene’: “I felt honest that I did different” | Present
If there is a topic that has marked the career of Dolly Partonthat is Jolenethe iconic ballad Country of 1973 that has been versioned by dozens of artists over the years. However, the last reinterpretation has come from a 2000 mythical figure: Beyoncé. The Houston artist has included her own version of Jolene in Your last album Cowboy Carterpublished in 2024, giving him a radical turn both to tone and song message.
Rather supplicateas he did Parton In the original version With verses like “I beg you, please don’t take my man,” Beyoncé converts the lyrics of A declaration of power and warning: “I warn you, don’t come for my man“. This change of approach, firmer and more challenging, has not gone unnoticed by fans or Dolly Parton herself.
Dolly Parton satisfied with change: “I felt honest”
In a recent interview with the magazine Peoplethe singer of 9 to 5 did not spare in praise towards the artist of Crazy in Love. “I am a big fan of his, and who is not? Everyone worships her. I think he is a magnificent, beautiful artist, and besides singing, dances“said Parton, who also collaborates on two songs from the album: Dolly p and Tyrant.
About the new version of JoleneParton expressed its enthusiasm clearly: “I felt honest to make a completely different version. His was rather: ‘Well, you will not get it, you will go through me to achieve it.’ Mine was rather: ‘Please, don’t take it!’“According to Parton, this kind of reinterpretations are enriching for any composer:” I like to hear how different people interpret your songs, how they give their personal touch. “
The artist ended up wishing Beyoncé the best on her tour, convinced that the public is enjoying her new country. “I hope your tour is a success, and I am sure that it will be. It seems that people are loving“Parton concluded, with the same generosity and pride that have made it an icon beyond music.
