Unlike other artists who have tried to keep their songwriting inspirations secret, Parton has discussed the meaning behind “Jolene” in vivid detail. The singer told NPR in 2008 that the lyrics ...

“Jolene,” came the reply. “That’s a beautiful name,” Parton told her. “If you ever hear a song with that name, you’ll know I got it from you.” And so it was several years ...

After standing in Central Texas for 400 years, "Jolene," the tree with "eyes of emerald green" will soon be no more despite the begging and pleading from locals. Kyle City Council members approved ...