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Jolene dolly parton 33 rpm5/21/2023 ![]() ![]() Like it or loath it, Jolene offers a fascinating snapshot of an era in transition, and captures Parton at the top of her game.” AllMusic Review by Ronnie D. ![]() Still, the music and Parton's vocal prowess are in top form on Jolene, and "I Will Always Love You" is one of her best performances (which is saying a lot). This seems somewhat peculiar now, in that no one - looking at her long, distinguished career and commanding stage presence - would accuse Parton of being a weak-kneed songbird. Parton's original 1973 track was taken from 45 rpm to 33 rpm by a YouTube user, giving the song a completely different feel. Lyrically, however, these songs are a long way from Loretta Lynn's "You Ain't Woman Enough to Take My Man." Parton's female protagonists are downright pitiful, adrift in a world where a more attractive woman might take their man, where a woman cannot let go of a man who no longer loves her, and where a man is the "highlight" of her life ("Highlight of My Life.") Jolene, originally released in 1974, feels like a shot across the bow of the feminist movement, a reaffirmation that many women still liked the men to wear the pants (women, presumably, who listened to old-fashioned country music). Watch on A slowed-down version of Dolly Parton's hit 'Jolene' made the rounds this week, fascinating listeners with a new take on the classic song. This tasteful mix, nicely spread across the stereo spectrum with Parton front and center, is a joy to listen to. A sparkling production creates a rich backdrop for both "Jolene" and "When Someone Wants to Leave" (both Parton originals), mixing acoustic guitar, country instruments (steel guitar, dobro), and light percussion. “Of the three 2007 Dolly Parton reissues from Sony, Jolene is the most absorbing musically and the most problematic lyrically. Thread starter NoleATL Start date NoleATL HR Legend. IN 1973, Dolly Parton released the song Jolene. Dolly Parton's 'Jolene' Slowed Down to 33 RPM. Recorded January 12, 1972–Decemat RCA Studio A, Nashville 1973: Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ Played At 33 RPM Reveals An Unexpected Secret. Jolene written by Dolly Parton instrumental On ví written by Jan Nemejovský Czech Jolien written by Mary Boduin Dutch Jacqueline written by Frank Houtappels Dutch Carl Dean written by D.C. Written by Blaise Tosti (B5), Dolly Parton (A1 to B3), Porter Wagoner (B4)ġ LP, standard sleeve with limited time digital download The Nashville Edition - background vocals 'Jolene' is a song written and performed by American country music artist Dolly Parton. ![]()
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