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Jolene

by Dolly Parton

Released: February 04, 1974

Country

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The Album

"Jolene" is the thirteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, released on February 4, 1974. The album "Jolene" is known for its blend of country and other musical influences and showcases Dolly Parton's songwriting prowess and vocal talent. The album is named after the title track "Jolene," which became one of Parton's signature songs and a significant hit.

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The song "Jolene" tells the story of a…

The song "Jolene" tells the story of a woman confronting a beautiful rival who she believes is trying to steal her lover.

Its haunting melody and emotional delivery helped it…

Its haunting melody and emotional delivery helped it become a classic.

In addition to the title track, the album…

In addition to the title track, the album features several other noteworthy songs.

One of them is "I Will Always Love…

One of them is "I Will Always Love You," which Parton wrote as a farewell to her former partner and mentor, Porter Wagoner.

This song also became a significant hit and…

This song also became a significant hit and went on to be famously covered by Whitney Houston in the 1990s.

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Then

Reception

The album enjoyed commercial success and helped solidify Dolly Parton's place in the music industry during the 1970s.

Now

Legacy

It has been recognized as an important work in the country music genre and has contributed to Parton's enduring legacy as a music icon.

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The Complete Album Story

"Jolene" is the thirteenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, released on February 4, 1974. The album is named after the title track "Jolene," which became one of Parton's signature songs and a significant hit. The song "Jolene" tells the story of a woman confronting a beautiful rival who she believes is trying to steal her lover. Its haunting melody and emotional delivery helped it become a classic.

In addition to the title track, the album features several other noteworthy songs. One of them is "I Will Always Love You," which Parton wrote as a farewell to her former partner and mentor, Porter Wagoner. This song also became a significant hit and went on to be famously covered by Whitney Houston in the 1990s.

The album "Jolene" is known for its blend of country and other musical influences and showcases Dolly Parton's songwriting prowess and vocal talent. It has been recognized as an important work in the country music genre and has contributed to Parton's enduring legacy as a music icon. The album enjoyed commercial success and helped solidify Dolly Parton's place in the music industry during the 1970s.