Dolly Parton took to social media on Thursday to express her admiration for Beyoncé’s recent achievement on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Beyoncé’s track “Texas Hold ‘Em” debuted at No. 1 on the chart, marking a historic milestone as the first Black woman to achieve this feat.
In a heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Dolly Parton congratulated Beyoncé on her chart-topping single and expressed her excitement for Beyoncé’s venture into country music.
“I’m a big fan of Beyoncé and very excited that she’s done a country album. So congratulations on your Billboard Hot Country number one single. Can’t wait to hear the full album!” Parton wrote.
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Beyoncé’s success on the country music charts comes after she announced the release of “Texas Hold ‘Em” and another track titled “16 Carriages” during her Super Bowl appearance on February 11.
This isn’t the first time Dolly Parton has shown admiration for Beyoncé. In a 2022 interview on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Parton expressed her hope that Beyoncé would one day cover her iconic song “Jolene.”
Parton praised Beyoncé’s talent and expressed her desire to hear “Jolene” performed in Beyoncé’s powerful style, akin to Whitney Houston’s rendition of Parton’s “I Will Always Love You.”
Parton’s “Jolene” has been covered by various artists over the years, including Lil Nas X, Miley Cyrus, Reba McEntire, and The White Stripes, showcasing the enduring influence of Parton’s music across genres.
