We don’t actually know yet! But, Parton spoke to NPR in an interview about just that hypothetical scenario last week, saying she’ll “accept gracefully” by saying, “Thanks.” She added to the Morning Edition she would ultimately accept the win because fans vote. She also added that she initially thought the award was meant for rock musicians, though a number of non-rock artists have been inducted over the years.
In a statement, John Sykes, who serves as chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, described the inductees as a “diverse group” with a “profound impact” on the “sound of youth culture” who ultimately helped change the course of rock and roll.
“Their music moved generations,” he continued. “And influenced so many artists that followed.”
Other awards include the Musical Excellence Award, which went to Judas Priest, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis, as well as the Early Influence Award, which went to Harry Belafonte and Elizabeth Cotten. Lastly, the Hall also offers the Ahmet Ertegun Award, which went to Allen Grubman, Sylvia Robinson, and Jimmy Iovine.
Musicians who were nominated, but ultimately not inducted this year, included Dionne Warwick, Beck, Rage Against the Machine, A Tribe Called Quest, Kate Bush, Devo, Fela Kuti, New York Dolls, and MC5.
In an otherwise terrible news cycle, folks on Twitter found some joy and humor to celebrate Parton both for her win and lately for herself. She is just that good of a person, really.
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The fact of the matter is Dolly Parton is my moral compass
— clintoris (@clintoris) May 4, 2022
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I wish Dolly Parton bought Twitter
The most she’d do is bedazzle the like hearts & maybe add music to some tweets during the Holidays
— 𝙶𝚎𝚖™💎🏳️🌈🇺🇦 #GOTV (@Lady_Star_Gem) April 28, 2022
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Dolly Parton vs Elon Musk 🧵
Dolly helped research and develop a COVID vaccine with 1 million dollars.
Elon promoted COVID denialism, fired US Tesla workers for staying home for safety, and joined with China to force Shanghai Tesla workers to live and sleep at its factory. pic.twitter.com/xKeKTifIqR
— Rafael Shimunov (@rafaelshimunov) April 26, 2022
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Gonna say this, I loved Betty White. But we need to love and uplift Dolly Parton. She is the epitome of good. There are others and I encourage you to uplift them, too. Also, thank you Dolly for my son’s monthly book. We are excited to receive them! https://t.co/HYmy5RF80f
— Anastacya (@Anastacya_99) April 26, 2022
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In a world full of Elon Musks be a Dolly Parton.
— Shari Lynn (@LynnSharig8) April 26, 2022
Mind you, pretty much all of us look like angels compared to Elon Musk, but Parton especially so. What do you think about her inclusion in the Hall?
Source by www.dailykos.com
