 Now, I know you know the song Jolene, but do you know the real story behind it? While it is true a certain redheaded bank teller once flirted with Dolly's husband, Carl, we don't think her name was Jolene. The title was actually inspired by an encounter with a 10-year-old fan. She had this beautiful red hair, this beautiful skin, these beautiful green eyes. She was looking up at me, holding out for an autograph.