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Feminist Reframing in Music

The interpretation of Beyoncé's Jolene as a feminist reframing

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Jan 20, 2026
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What have Dolly Parton and Beyoncé each said publicly about the new rendition of 'Jolene'?

Dolly Parton has publicly celebrated Beyoncé’s reimagining of “Jolene,” calling the lyric changes “very bold,” posting enthusiastic reactions on social media and offering a recorded intro on Beyoncé’s...

Feb 3, 2026

How did social media and tabloids amplify the Behar–Parton 'Jolene' controversy in April 2024?

’s offhand preference for ’s reworking of “Jolene” and her characterization of ’s original as “anti‑feminist” ignited a fast‑moving media flap in early April 2024 that was amplified by tabloids and hu...