In Dolly Parton's timeless 1973 classic, "Jolene," the
haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics tell the story of a woman
pleading with the character, Jolene, not to take her partner
away.
In Parton's version, she opens the track with a vulnerable
plea- “I’m begging of you please don’t take my man,”
Beyoncé version says, “I’m warnin’ you, don’t come for my
man.
”Where Parton yielded, “I cannot compete with you, Jolene,” Beyoncé menaces, “You don’t want no hеat with me,
Jolene.”
Dolly Parton's original version is a plea to a romantic
rival to spare her partner, whereas Beyonce takes a
bold, assertive stance, and through her lyrics, serves a
cautionary message to any potential threats to her
relationship.