“Even though I am extremely flattered and grateful …
I don’t feel that I have earned that right,” Partontweeted.
The Hall, however, wasn’t having it.
It is not defined by any one genre, rather a sound that moves youth culture.
Dolly Parton’s music impacted a generation of young fans and influenced countless artists that followed."
Parton made the cut when the results were announced on May 4, 2022.
Of course I will accept it gracefully.
Thanks to everyone that voted for me and to everyone at the @rockhall.
I will continue to work hard and make a run at live up to the honor."
Among the cheerson Twitter was this one: “Congratulations, Dolly!
Well deserved is an understatement!
You are a national treasure.
When I despair about our country, I think of you, and my spirits are lifted.”
