In an interview with Knox News, the legendary Dolly Parton hinted at the possibility of her iconic song “Jolene” making its way onto Beyoncé’s highly anticipated country album, Rennaisance Act II. The country music icon, known for her timeless classics, expressed her excitement about the potential collaboration.
Parton carefully chose her words, stating, “Well, I think she has! I think she’s recorded ‘Jolene,’ and I think it’s probably gonna be on her country album, which I’m very excited about.” Despite the optimism, Parton maintained a level of uncertainty, using phrases like “hopes” and “thinks,” leaving fans eager to confirm the speculation upon the album’s official release on March 29th.
Acknowledging their mutual admiration, Parton confirmed that she and Beyoncé have exchanged messages over the years. “We’ve kind of sent messages back and forth through the years. And she and her mother were like fans, and I was always touched that they were fans, and I always thought she was great.”
However, not everyone in the country music community has embraced the idea of pop artists venturing into the genre. Despite some pushback, Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em” claimed the No.1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her first country song to enter the chart. Parton congratulated the pop superstar on her achievement, posting a statement expressing her excitement about Beyoncé’s venture into country music.
