Beyoncé paid tribute to Dolly Parton with a personal message celebrating the country music icon’s artistry, humor, generosity and lasting influence.
In her tribute, Beyoncé reflected on the opportunity to work with Parton and described the experience as something she would always treasure. The message also highlighted Parton’s individuality and the impact she made across generations of music.
The two artists became directly connected through Beyoncé’s 2024 album Cowboy Carter. Parton appeared on the project, including the Dolly P interlude that leads into Beyoncé’s interpretation of Jolene. The new version kept the recognizable foundation of Parton’s 1973 classic while changing much of the lyrical perspective.
