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Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ is 50: Why her most covered song has enduring global appeal

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Dolly Parton's "Jolene" has inspired countless homages across eras, languages and oceans. The song based loosely on a flirtation between her husband and a brazen bank teller. Parton recorded the original version 10 minutes away at RCA Studio B.

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Los Angeles Times

Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ is 50: Why her most covered song has enduring global appeal

Half a century after release, the country star's song based loosely on a flirtation between her husband and a bank teller is Parton's most covered creation.

5 months ago·Los Angeles, United States

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