With the release of Beyoncé's much-anticipated country album "Act Two" approaching, fans of both she and country music legend Dolly Parton are excited about the possibility of Beyonce covering Dolly’s classic “Jolene.”
The album will be released on March 29th. During a recent interview with Knox News, Dolly Parton hinted at the possibility of a cover of the classic. Dolly said, "I think she's recorded ‘Jolene’ and I think it's probably gonna be on her country album, which I'm very excited about that."
The connection between the two artists spans years, with messages exchanged and mutual admiration shared. Parton expressed how touched she was to know that Beyoncé and her mother were fans of her work.
The inclusion of "Jolene" would not only be a significant moment for Beyoncé's foray into country music but also the fulfillment of a longstanding wish for Parton. Dolly has openly expressed her desire to see a successful cover of the song, specifically mentioning Beyoncé as an ideal artist to bring a fresh take the song.
If Beyoncé recorded "Jolene," it could mark a new chapter in the song's history, introducing it to a new generation. We will find out soon.
[Source: Classic Hits Today]