Beyoncé's respect for Dolly Parton can never be questioned. When it came time for the artist to go down the country road on Cowboy Carter, she let Parton in on the process.
For instance, Beyoncé did a cover of Parton's iconic hit "Jolene." Furthermore, she had a "Dolly P" interlude, while the introduction to "Tyrant" included the legendary singer's voice.
On Tuesday, it was sadly announced that Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80. This subsequently led to numerous tributes as Parton's impact on music and pop culture was immense.
Beyoncé was one of many artists to pay tribute. On her website, the Cowboy Carter songstress explained just how important Parton was to her and the world as a whole.
Beyoncé's Touching Tribute To Dolly Parton
“Dolly, you were the barometer,” Beyoncé wrote. “The north star. Bold and brilliant. Talented and tenacious. You taught so many lessons on how to be uniquely oneself. I am grateful for your art, your heart, your generosity, your humor, your entrepreneurship. I’m honored that I had the privilege to work with you. Thank you for your profound impact on the world. You are an angel who has made this world a happier place because of your joyful art. You are truly one of one. Rest peacefully.”
Dolly Parton is one of those people who transcended music. She was a pop culture icon through and through, and her passing has saddened millions of people.
These tributes just go to show that Parton was exceptionally revered by her peers. You would be hard-pressed to find someone who had a negative thing to say about her.
