Now we don’t have kids to worry about.'” Carl Dean Inspired Dolly Parton’s Song ‘Jolene’ Behind the iconic lyrics of “Jolene” is a story, but it’s not as dramatic as fans might assume.

Now we don't have kids to worry about.'" Dolly revealed she was diagnosed with endometriosis at the age of 35 in her 2017 book, Dolly on Dolly: Interviews and Encounters with Dolly Parton.