Dolly
Parton,
country legend, turning down induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame:
“I
really do not want votes to be split because of me, so I must respectfully bow
out. I do hope that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will understand and be
willing to consider me again—if I’m ever worthy. This has, however, inspired me
to put out a hopefully great rock ‘n’ roll album at some point in the future,
which I have always wanted to do! My husband is a total rock ‘n’ roll freak,
and has always encouraged me to do one. I wish all of the nominees good luck
and thank you again for the compliment. Rock on!”
Dolly
should be given every single award and induction, no matter what it might be.
But, when Dolly says ‘Count me out,’ count her out.
But … when the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame released their
list of nominees, they said the “diverse list” reflected artists that had a “profound
impact on the sound of youth culture” which explains the inclusion of Parton,
and so the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
will continue with voting and keep Dolly’s name on the list.
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