Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search
8 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Beyonc - JOLENE (Original Post) ItsjustMe Apr 5 OP
lyrics changes are not an improvement. dolly will makes lots of $$ off it tho nt msongs Apr 5 #1
' ItsjustMe Apr 5 #3
It's great! rubbersole Apr 5 #2
It's done well salin Apr 5 #4
I like the power Beyonce's lyrics communicate. Demobrat Apr 5 #5
I am glad that Dolly is pleased. SamKnause Apr 5 #6
Nope. joshdawg Apr 5 #7
My two cents Dukuskutu Apr 5 #8

salin

(48,955 posts)
4. It's done well
Fri Apr 5, 2024, 02:25 AM
Apr 5

I think the lyrics reflect these fighting times, and it's much less passive (the original was in the 70s, I think.)

That said, I prefer Lil Nas X's cover. He captured the emotions in an amazing way.

?si=Gj-Gr9P3lTIV47Up

SamKnause

(13,108 posts)
6. I am glad that Dolly is pleased.
Fri Apr 5, 2024, 03:48 AM
Apr 5

Different taste for different people.

I would be sad if it was my song.

I don't like anything about it.

Dukuskutu

(11 posts)
8. My two cents
Fri Apr 5, 2024, 08:32 AM
Apr 5

Nothing compares to the original. I don’t mind artist taking some creative license when covering other artist’s songs but, to me, this did not work.

Miley Cyrus does a really nice cover of “Jolene”.
For what it’s worth.

Latest Discussions»Culture Forums»Music Appreciation»Beyonc - JOLENE