Dolly Parton has asked to bow out of consideration for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, according to a social media post from the singer Monday morning.
“Even though I am extremely flattered to be nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, I don’t feel that I have earned that right. I really do not want the votes split because of me, so I must respectfully bow out,” the statement read in part.
Parton said her decision was based on the fact that she had never made a straight rock ‘n’ roll album.
“This has, however, inspired me to put out a hopefully great rock ‘n’ roll album at some point in the future, which I have always wanted to do! My husband is a total rock ‘n’ roll freak, and has always encouraged me to do one.”
Parton said if she does put out a rock album, she hopes to be considered for the hall of fame on a later date.
Parton was nominated along with artists Eminem, Duran Duran, Lionel Richie, Beck, A Tribe Called Quest, Kate Bush, Judas Priest, and MC5.
The final choices for who will gain entrance into the hall of fame will be announced in May.