Dolly Parton, “Shinola”
July 22, 2008
Dolly’s had enough, and as you’d expect from Ms. Parton, she doesn’t mince words as she gives this arrogant jerk the proverbial boot: “You don’t know love from shinola/With You, love is not what I found/A woman needs someone to hold her/Not someone to just lay her down.”
This song is silly, but it will surely elicit a smile. Dolly’s bitter-tinged lyrics amusingly display her potty mouth, her performance has attitude and the energetic production are absolutely infectious.
Written by Dolly Parton
Grade: A-
Listen: Shinola
Buy: Shinola
Category: Single Reviews
Tags: Dolly Parton
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Hooray! Can’t wait to hear this one–my students have really enjoyed our discussions of Dolly’s music, songwriting, and image this semester.
Miss Kitty, I think you’ll like this one!