Dolly Parton, the iconic country music singer, recently appeared in a Super Bowl commercial. However, to the surprise of many, the ad received a largely negative response from fans. The commercial featured Parton singing a revamped version of her hit song “9 to 5,” but instead of promoting office supplies like in the original film, the ad showcased a website-building company.
Fans expressed their disappointment with the commercial on social media platforms, criticizing the choice of song and its new message.
Many felt that the updated lyrics did not resonate with the empowering message of the original song. Furthermore, some fans believed that Parton’s involvement in the advertisement was a departure from her usual image and brand.
The negative reaction to Parton’s Super Bowl commercial highlights the challenges of reinventing a well-known and beloved song. Fans often have strong emotional attachments to certain songs and may not react positively to changes. In this case, fans expected the ad to maintain the original song’s themes and found the new version lacking in empowerment.
Despite the backlash, it is worth noting that not all fans had a negative reaction. Some appreciated seeing Parton in a Super Bowl commercial and enjoyed the updated rendition of “9 to 5.” Nonetheless, the overall response indicates that reimagining a classic song for a commercial can be a risky move, especially when it deviates significantly from the original message and tone.