Dolly Parton – Jolene

Introduction

Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, etched her name in history with the release of “Jolene” in 1973. This hauntingly beautiful ballad has stood the test of time, captivating audiences with its poignant lyrics and Dolly’s soul-stirring vocals.

Did You Know?

• “Jolene” was released as the title track of Dolly Parton’s 1974 album.
• The song narrates the plea of a woman begging “Jolene” not to steal her lover, capturing the raw emotions of jealousy and insecurity.
• Dolly Parton wrote “Jolene” based on a red-haired bank teller who flirted with her husband, inspiring the iconic character.
• Despite its release over four decades ago, “Jolene” remains one of Dolly Parton’s most beloved and recognizable songs, earning critical acclaim and enduring popularity.
• The song has been covered by numerous artists and featured in various films, television shows, and commercials, further solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon.

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Lyrics: 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

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
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