I recently saw a t-shirt that read: Jolene, you can have him. -Dolly

She wrote this song and I Will Always Love You on the same day. Same. Day.

She is a National Treasure, singer/songwriter, actor, music/film producer, philanthropist! she is the real deal! From Appalachian poverty to superstardom, she's never forgotten where she came from, the place or the people! Love her!

"What about him, Dolly? Kick his ass out!". LOL. Sensible words.

I'm from Tennessee and we have a rule here thou shalt love Dolly.

John Lennon said this is the one song he wished he'd written - high praise! 🙂

I love how everyone who hears this song instantly sides with Dolly, and feels her pain. she's brilliant! :)

Dolly Parton is a LEGEND. Her voice is perfect every time she sings. Even now, she is always pitch perfect.

She is an amazing woman. Her drive for literacy has improved the lives of millions. Try her “I will always love you” she created it years before WH sang it.

Another rabbit hole you can explore. Dolly has a career spanning over 50 years and still going strong. She has a great sense of humor and sponsors a reading program.

Dolly is an American icon, an absolute treasure. She is not only so talented, she's sweet, she's kind, she's generous, she's humble and has a great sense of humor (we all love her laugh). So many good songs.

This song is damn near 50 years old , but it still gives me chills. One of THE best songs ever written.

That’s Dolly playing the guitar on that recording.

Coat of Many Colors, an iconic song from Dolly. Tells a great story of a girl from a poor family who made the best with what they had or could afford, not unlike her own childhood.

She wrote Jolene on the same day she wrote "I Will Always Love You" most famously covered by Whitney Houston. She remains one of the best songwriters ever.

Dolly Parton is a legend. Writes her own songs, impeccable songs. Great guitarist. Perfect voice. Funny, giving, you name it, Dolly does it. And she's like 75 and still sings perfect!

Voice of an angel, and wrote her own music! Imagine that in today’s country

I'm gonna say this if Jolene could take Dolly's man she must have been a beauty the likes of Aphrodite because Dolly was gorgeous back in the day.

It's so simple It's genius. Absolutely everybody can relate to this song. Dolly is a living legend.

I love how Jamel finds this story so heartwrenching. A sensitive man.

Dolly's songs are widely covered by other artists. The biggest one is probably Whitney Houston's cover of "I Will Always Love You", which is autobiographical. She has some of the most elaborate and expensive wigs, and doesn't hide the fact her own hair is rarely seen.

Dolly's been married to the same man since 1966. So there's no worry about him going astray...

At first glance, many people might think Dolly is just an overstuffed blonde...she is transparent, talented and a true American treasure! You have heard of Dollywood, haven't you? That's her...

For everybody who keeps saying the bank teller was named Jolene... you're mistaken. She has said this NUMEROUS times in interviews ! .... This is her interview from NPR: "One night, I was on stage, and there was this beautiful little girl - she was probably 8 years old at the time," Parton says. "And she had this beautiful red hair, this beautiful skin, these beautiful green eyes, and she was looking up at me, holding, you know, for an autograph. I said, 'Well, you're the prettiest little thing I ever saw. So what is your name?' And she said, 'Jolene.' And I said, 'Jolene. Jolene. Jolene. Jolene.' I said, 'That is pretty. That sounds like a song. I'm going to write a song about that.'" Parton says that she got the story for her song from another redhead in her life at the time - a bank teller who was giving Parton's new husband a little more interest than he had coming. "She got this terrible crush on my husband," Parton says. "And he just loved going to the bank because she paid him so much attention. It was kinda like a running joke between us - when I was saying, 'Hell, you're spending a lot of time at the bank. I don't believe we've got that kind of money.' So it's really an innocent song all around, but sounds like a dreadful one."

All time great singer, but also under-rated as a songwriter. This sing and many others.

Nothing will ever quite go as hard as Dolly Parton's "Jolene." Ever.

This woman boggles my mind.. Her songwriting, her voice, her heart, her roots.. she’s so pure.

"Jolene" is utterly different from any other cheatin' song I know of. In any other song, the woman is either confronting the man, or declaring that she will out-compete the other woman. Often, she's telling her man to get lost if he wants somebody else. This is utterly different. This is the worst "cheatin' song" situation to be in: you DO want him to stay, and you KNOW that you can't compete, and all you can do is to plead with the other woman and hope she has enough sympathy to back off. Only Dolly Parton could have written this song. And BTW, if Jolene is so hot that *a young Dolly Parton* feels outclassed, then Jolene is one smokin' hot babe!

This song made Dolly Parton a household name. If you want to hear the song that made her a legend check out 9 to 5, title song to the great movie she also started in with Lilly Tomlin, Jane Fonda, and Dabney Coleman.

Dolly Parton is Miley Cyrus’ godmother. Dolly also has duet with Kenny Rogers “Islands In The Stream.” Everyone stay healthy and safe -🙏💜🙏 😈🌹😈

“What about him ? You need to kick his @&$ out Dolly !! “ I lost it lol 😂 I loved your review :)

When I was a kid I watch Dolly Parton on TV with Porter Wagner and then I seen Dolly go off on her own you know I seen all this before my eyes yes she's what can you say amazing amazing amazing amazing voice

Favorite Dolly Parton quote. "After momma gave birth to 12 of us kids we put her up on a pedestal. Mostly to keep her away from daddy!"

Ahhh! I can't stop watching Jamel! It is such a treat and a pleasure to see him appreciate so many songs that I grew up with. Love to see the genuine enjoyment of him listening to these great artists, and appreciate them as truly gifted.

Jamal you are a true music connoisseur. It's great thing to be.

Patsy Cline "Crazy", "Walkin' After Midnight ", "Fall to Peices "

Her phrasing is incredible! She is like Frank Sinatra whose phrasing is also inspired and very hard to mimic. She is so underated.

I found you recently and have never seen someone as you and how you feel and love the music. Your appreciation of music helps me to see the value in song.

She wrote this song..She truly has the voice of an Angel..

This woman has true music soul, I’ve been listening now for 40+ years her voice is ageless

The important line in this song is "just because you can". Jolene doesn't want her man, she just wants to exercise her power and take something of someone else's so that they don't have it, to be selfish and hurtful for the sake of her own ego.

I've worked with Dolly twice - she IS that lady. She IS that incredibly

Its good to see you jam with a classic from a woman who is the epitome of class. Well done.

When the town of Gatlinburg nearly burned to the ground and so many people were left jobless and homeless this woman jumped in a made a difference. Dolly rocks!

Jamel, check out Fist City by Loretta Lynn; it’s basically the exact opposite of Jolene. “Ok, try to steal my man, but I’m gonna knock your damn teeth out”

1974 is when the song came out.

Who got total satisfaction watching this man enjoying Jolene by Dolly for the first ever time? Loved his reaction!

It's so good to watch people discover and appreciate one of my favourite songs of all time!

Every woman knows where her man's brain is, not in his head most of the time, Dolly is a smart cookie, and this is one of the best lovesongs of the last century.

This song always had a certain haunting, mournful feel to it for me...

I have probably heard this song 500 times, and enjoyed seeing your first time reaction.

The power of music to bring people together never fails to amaze me. I love Dolly and have known this song for a very, very long time. It's a classic for sure and never grows old. Dolly would love this video. I hope she sees it. God bless!!

She wrote this song for a young fan whose name was Jolene. She is such a sweet lady.

One of the greatest voices

I love watching you "love" on a song! You are the best! xo

Dolly Parton is amazing. This song is a classic for a reason.

The riff and vocals have such a chilling quality and there’s so much longing in the lyrics... it’s downright hauntingly good. Love watching it impact you. You GET it :) :)

Miley Cyrus does a killer version of this one too!!! ~ Dolly wrote Jolene. She also wrote I Will Always Love You ❤️

It makes you tear up a little, doesn't it. Always really loved this song and appreciated Dolly's talent very much. What a star.

I absolutely love your videos. Your reactions are genuine, and i enjoy watching them after a 12 hour shift as a tow truck operator. Thanks!

You should hear the slowed down vocal track, it is amazing. You can hear every vocal turn and trill that you don't have time to react to in this version.

Dolly Parton duet with Kenny Rogers “Islands in the Stream”

I've already loves this one, and her voice is amazing! And it helped me remember a new neighbor's name...

Her voice is so delicate and vulnerable, something that few artists can get away with. This era worships belters, which is fine. We just need a place for this type of voice. Go, Miss Dolly.

She wrote this. And i think there was something that actually happened. Not positive. But Dolly is amazing. Love her

My thoughts on this song have always been "Jolene can't take anything that's worth a damn... let her have that mess, girl" ❤❤

I love to see that everyone loves Dolly and appreciates how amazing she is

I'm an old white southern girl and I can dig your groove Jamal! It's universal 🙂 Kudos for featuring Miss Dolly! 🙏

An incredible song but I like THE WHITE STRIPES cover of this song too. Both are extremely powerful.

I love that guitar in the beginning of the song just something about it just cool

Love her!!!! Beautiful inside and out!!!! So talented.

Dolly is a national treasure my friend. Thanks for highlighting her great music. Peace.

If you haven't reacted to it yet, Dolly's "Coat of Many Colors" is worth your time.

Amazingly Miley Cyrus does a great cover of this.. and i dont even care for miley. But Dolly is a legend for a reason!!

Great number... In 1981 Barbara Mandrell put out a live concert album with a song called Unsung Heroes on it... In light of our current situation with covid 19, this in my opinion has just become the number one relevant song... It's a great up beat song that gives credit to all the unsung heroes in our country('s)... Barbara Mandrell live - Unsung Heroes....

When the wildfires hit and Gatlinburg TN was in trouble Dolly was there to help everyone! She wrote the checks that paid the bills until we got everything going again. People love her because of her amazing talent and the type of person she is. Here in the mountains of Tennessee she will always be our girl and we will always love her and be proud of her. Great video keep them coming 👍

Dolly wrote Jolene and I Will Always Love You. She wrote most of her songs.

Listen to He's Alive for a real blessing. A take me to church moment

Dolly is one of the best. I love her tale of this crazy lil thing called love.

Love this song..Dolly is incredible!! Wish I could go back and watch it fresh at a concert back in the day. Love the reaction too :)

You should check out Dolly Parton's other song's such as " Coat of Many Colors ", I will Always Love You, Bargain Store, Life is like a Butterfly, Blue Smoke, Tennessee Mountain Home, and her duet with Kenny Roger's Island in the Stream .

She's a virtuoso when it comes to playing so many instruments. She's an amazing singer and prolific songwriter, and she's completely self taught. A true savant. She wrote "I Will Always Love You". Here's a link to a performance of her and the great Vince Gill singing it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nteKqrN5ld21d58.html. Please react to her and Kenny Rogers singing "Islands in the Stream".

Dolly Parton is an amazing person. She’s down to earth about being not at all down to earth - a likable diva. That takes real charisma.

I am so glad that you are open to new genre's. your facial expressions are PRICELESS!!!

Dolly explained this song: Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” was a combination of a flirty bank teller, her husband making too many runs to the bank, and a fan with just the right name. Parton tells the story of the innocent flirtation that turned into a story and a hit: “She got this terrible crush on my husband,” Parton explains. Dolly has been married to her husband, Carl Dean for over 50 years (a marriage of convenience) and Carl chose to stay home on the farm, while Dolly had "another life". Dolly has said that Carl doesn't interfere with her life, as long as he doesn't have to hear about it. So they have an open marriage..

Dolly is a living legend! Try another legend for the opposite take on a similar situation - Loretta Lynn - "You Ain't Woman Enough To Take My Man".

Your graciousness is wonderful!

Dolly is one of the best songwriters of the 20th century. One of the best things my Dad every did for me was introduce me to her music.

She wore so many wigs, her hair was always different and pretty...I heard her say on David Letterman one time, it takes a lot of money to make me look so cheap. I always thought Dolly was beautiful and a great singer.

You know Dolly also wrote "I Will Always Love you".

Probably the most infectious and likeable person. All you need to do is watch an interview with her. A national treasure

Such a real person. Never forgot where she came from. And what a voice so expressive and such a talent. Amazing lady. Friend of mine works with the raptors ( eagles, owls , hawks) at Dollywood and says she is actually as nice as she seems.

Poor Jolene. Probably has no idea that some married guy is creeping on her!

Dolly wrote this song after a red headed bank teller kept flirting with her husband. The bank tellers name was Jolene. That's the history behind this song.

Never heard this before. Her voice is really amazing and this is a deep song for sure.

Dolly is one of my favorite country singers so glad you liked it. Just loved watching you listen. Her music touches my heart dude❤❤❤I'm a new subscriber to your channel for this!!! Damnnn dayummmm😂🤣I saw her ten years ago in concert she was in her mid 60's and she sings just like a recording, she's freaking amazeballs!!!

That hair is a wig. Dolly always wore wigs because in her words "they're so handy". She liked that they could be styled without her sitting there.

Check out the white stripes cover of this live on youtube, its crazy!!

I grew up listening to mom always listening to Dolly in her Jeep Wagoneer, she was her favorite and she really liked the song she did called ‘Me & Little Andy”. It was a tear jerker song.

I worker security for her concert at mtn view.... I HAD to see her do this song..I’ve been listening to this since I was 5.... she was shining head to toe, I swear...and she sounded pitch perfect!!!😱 plucking away at that same guitar nails and all!! AmazingI love Ms Dolly... her song “ me and lil Andy” 😭😭😭😭