Dolly Parton’s Triumphant Performance of “Jolene” with Pink, Pat Benatar, Sheryl Crow, Rob Halford, and Annie Lennox
During her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Dolly Parton delivered a powerful and electrifying performance of her classic hit “Jolene.” She was joined by an all-star lineup, including Pink, Sheryl Crow, Rob Halford, Pat Benatar, Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart, Brandi Carlile, and Simon Le Bon. The performance radiated triumph, capturing the essence of Dolly’s legendary career.
The performance kicked off with Dolly singing the iconic opening hook before Pink joined in for a duet, her face lighting up with excitement at sharing the stage with the country music icon. Annie Lennox of Eurythmics took the next verse, and soon the stage was filled with a dazzling array of stars, each taking a turn to sing. The lineup was nothing short of spectacular, with rock legends like Rob Halford, Pat Benatar, and Simon Le Bon adding their unique flair to the chorus.
Dolly Parton – “Jolene” (Live at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2022)
The live performance of “Jolene” quickly became a sensation, amassing over a million views on YouTube. Fans were in awe of the seamless harmony between Dolly and her fellow performers, with one commenter noting, “Dolly Parton has music flowing through her soul. No matter who she sings with, her voice blends perfectly. Her energy is uplifting, her talent unmatched, and her heart genuinely kind.”
On November 5, 2022, at the 37th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, Pink had the honor of inducting Dolly Parton. The night also saw other legendary musicians honored, including Judas Priest, Carly Simon, Jimmy Jam, Neil Giraldo, Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics, and Lionel Richie. Dolly performed two songs that evening, with the Zac Brown Band joining her for “Rockin’ It.”
Dolly Parton & Zac Brown Band – “Rockin’ It”
Initially, Dolly Parton was hesitant to accept her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, feeling that she hadn’t done enough to deserve the honor. However, after some reflection, she embraced the recognition. In her acceptance speech, Dolly declared, “I’m a rock star now!” She shared her initial doubts, saying, “When they said they were gonna put me in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, I didn’t feel like I had done enough to deserve that. But being here tonight is an honor, and I couldn’t be prouder.”
