Dolly Parton, the country music legend, recently expressed her admiration for Beyoncé’s latest album, “Cowboy Carter,” and her unique take on Parton’s iconic song, “Jolene.”
In an interview with E! News, Parton shared her surprise at Beyoncé’s bold interpretation of the song, which featured a different twist from the original version.
Despite the unexpected change, Parton praised Beyoncé’s creativity and courage in reimagining the classic tune.
Parton also made an appearance on Beyoncé’s album with a 20-second interlude titled “Dolly P,” where she shared a humorous message for the Houston native.
Despite the humorous tone, Parton commended Beyoncé for her empowering lyrics in the revamped version of “Jolene,” where she warns Jolene to stay away from her man.
Before the release of “Cowboy Carter,” Parton was already a supporter of Beyoncé’s music, even congratulating her on the success of her single, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Parton’s admiration for Beyoncé’s artistry and boldness in reimagining her songs highlights the mutual respect and appreciation between two music icons from different genres.
