Why did Dolly Parton record a song in Welsh?

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What happened

The cover of smash-hit Jolene, with Welsh and English lyrics, is released on Friday.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC Culture and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:11:16 UTC.

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