Jolene
Dolly Parton
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Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene I'm begging of you please don't take my man Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene Please don't take him just because you can Your beauty is beyond compare With flaming locks of auburn hair With ivory skin and eyes of emerald green Your smile is like a breath of spring Your voice is soft like summer rain And I cannot compete with you Jolene He talks about you in his sleep And there's nothing I can do to keep From crying when he calls your name Jolene And I can easily understand How you could easily take my man But you don't know what he means to me Jolene Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene I'm begging of you please don't take my man Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene Please don't take him just because you can You could have your choice of men But I could never love again He's the only one for me Jolene I had to have this talk with you My happiness depends on you And whatever you decide to do Jolene Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene I'm begging of you please don't take my man Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene Please don't take him even though you can Jolene, Jolene
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Written by: Dolly Parton
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10 facts about this song
Original Song Creation"Jolene" was originally written and recorded by Dolly Parton in 1973, becoming one of her most iconic songs.
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Chart PerformanceIt was the title track from her album of the same name, reaching number one on the Billboard Country Singles chart.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by a red-headed bank clerk who flirted with Parton's husband. Parton later said, "Jolene" is the song people ask me most to sing, it's about that woman who tried to steal my husband."
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Multiple CoversThe song "Jolene" is one of the most covered songs in the history of country music, with versions by artists ranging from Olivia Newton-John to The White Stripes.
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Collaboration with PentatonixIn September 2016, Parton collaborated with A cappella group Pentatonix to create a reimagined version of "Jolene".
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Grammy AwardThe collaboration won a Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Tempo VariationsParton's original version is paced a bit slower, creating a pleading, melancholic feel. The Pentatonix version offers a faster tempo, providing a more upbeat vibe.
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Video PerformanceThe official video of the Parton-Pentatonix version has garnered over 49 million views on YouTube (as of October 2021), indicating the enduring popularity of the song.
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Cross-Genre AppealParton's "Jolene" has transcended the country music genre, making its way into pop, rock, and folk music covers, showcasing its universal appeal.
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LegacyDespite releasing many successful and iconic songs, "Jolene" remains one of Dolly Parton's most recognizable songs, and its continued relevance nearly five decades after its initial release only reiterates Parton’s enduring reputation in the music industry.
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