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Jolene

song by Parton

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discussed in biography

In Dolly Parton: Music career
…of such songs as “Jolene” and “Love Is Like a Butterfly” (both 1974). About the same time, Parton began to cross over to the pop music market, and in 1978 she won a Grammy Award for her song “Here You Come Again” and was named entertainer of the year…
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recording by Beyoncé

In Beyoncé: Cowboy Carter
Notably, Parton’s classic song “Jolene” is reimagined with new lyrics by Beyoncé, and country singer Tanner Adell is among several vocalists who join in on a cover of the Beatles’ “Blackbird.” In 2025 Cowboy Carter won the Grammys for best country album and album of the year.
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