Jolene (HP Lovecraft version) by Joliet4

I found this version on Tumblr and had to try it. I did mess with the lyrics a bit.
Source: www.tumblr.com...
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; I’m begging of you please don’t take my man
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; Please don’t take him just because you can
Your beauty is beyond compare with flaming locks of auburn hair,
with ivory skin and eyes of emerald green
For years our town’s been terrorized by the beast who takes disguise
in the shell that calls itself Jolene
Our sleep disturbed by quaking breath, no rest from the threat of death
that lies behind the teeth of that Jolene
The closer that you get to her, the more those edges seem to blur
to something that cannot be called Jolene
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; I’m begging of you please don’t take my man
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; Please don’t take him just because you can
Your teeth are sharp, your mouth agape, your claws rend flesh, there’s no escape
from the Judgment of the Eldritch One, Jolene
Blackening the summer skies, with burning wings and countless eyes,
we tremble at your very sight, Jolene
He screams about you in his sleep and when he wakes does naught but weep,
in terror of the one they call, Jolene
We cower here beneath your gaze that sets the earth and sky ablaze,
have mercy at the end of days, Jolene
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; I’m begging of you please don’t take my man
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; Please don’t take him just because you can
The foolish who came to defend, their broken minds will never mend,
They fell before they could begin, Jolene
But I’ve seen beyond that auburn hair, my eyes have met your vacant stare
and I’ve been told I’m hard to scare, Jolene
Before your wrath no foe could stand, their corpses piled upon the sand,
The blood of gods are on your hands, Jolene
Your hunger barely satisfied, you feasted on the ones who died,
You slumber now in starless skies, Jolene
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; I’m begging of you, don’t disturb her sleep
Jolene, Jolene , Jolene, Jolene; We’re safe while she still slumbers in the deep

[@odothedoll2738]

“The blood of gods in on your hands Jolene” goes so hard

[@stalebiscuits07]

This has become my preferred version of this song

[@SirTeflon]

Congrats! So far you're the only person who seems to have understood the original assignment, where it starts off normal(ish) and slowly descends into Eldrich horror.

[@Joliet4]

Ty 🖤

[@lunaqueer]

Oh hey, someone finally did a cover including the final verse I added back in the day! Thank you so much for this, I've wanted to hear it sung for years😊

[@Joliet4]

Your lyrics are perfect!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Uriel238]

It's a an awesome line!

[@Mosshemcreations]

This neeeeeeds to end up on Spotify!!! 😍😍😍

[@Joliet4]

It is unfortunately kinda complicated to release this legally. But i want to!! Thank you for listening and commenting 🥹🙏🏼🖤

[@elixir8432]

Yeah I need this in my playlist already!

[@TheStitchpanda]

Please please please

[@cliffrogers5886]

A buddy of mine sent this to me, and I wasn't paying attention, I just clicked it. I got sucked in by the amazing voice... then I heard the lyrics... then I liked it even more. Unbelievable talent.

[@Joliet4]

Thank you so much 🥹🙏

[@dminasweater4868]

No such thing as talent. You're hearing her hard work made manifest

[@joangeerhart3304]

((Compliment Incoming)) So I have a partner, who's name sounds a lot like "Jolene" and therefore he gets this song sung at him a lot (and Hates it*) AND who doesn't like HP Lovecraft/horror in general He heard this version and says you're really good and that even with all the Horror versions of the Jolene, this one is really good and stands out. Which is honestly, the Highest compliment I have EVER heard him give anything realted to this song after being with him for 5 years and knowing him for over 10. So please know that this/you are so good that you *unexpectedly* impressed somebody with decades worth of STRESS associated with this song. Bravo!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ * He admits the original song is a Banger, but it's been used to mock him his whole life, so he doesn't like it, if that makes sense.

[@Joliet4]

@@joangeerhart3304 this is a very late reply, but as person who knows that name struggle, i am flattered to read this. Thank you both!

[@lowkeychemist]

Well. I think I found the theme song for the Call of Cthulhu campaign my friend runs for us. 🦑🐙 Brilliant lyrics, Joliet. 😱

[@Joliet4]

Ooooh, brilliant! I bet that's a fun campaign

[@patchfile]

It is a crime that this does not have millions of views.

[@GerinoMorn]

Oh bloody hell, at first I was like "interesting voice", but after 30 seconds I had shivers. Amazing!

[@badasbob4761]

This is just so good. The fact that it has only 10k views is frankly rude. I pity the billions of people who haven't heard it.

[@Joliet4]

So kind thank you!

[@JosephKeenanisme]

Awesome, engineering was spot on too. Great blend of voice, playing, and lyrics to get the hair on the back of the neck standing up feeling (in a good way). Good stuff.

[@Thissentenceisfalselosers]

Really late to the Eldritch Jolene genre, but just wanted to chime in: The assignment was DEFINITELY understood!

[@rpgcraftsman520]

Holy shit, I'm yo-yo-ing back and forth between laughing at the Eldritch Horror parody nature and _misting up at your beautiful voice._ I can't even, this is that good. Edit: Oh SHIT. That last verse and chorus left me with CHILLS. You have a future in this business, period.

[@geeksam]

I came here after finding out that The Sisters of Mercy had covered "Jolene" and was *not* expecting such an arresting voice. Masterfully done. Thank you.

[@zippomage]

OH MY GOD! someone took my favorite song and mashed it with my favorite genre!

[@baconbacon6128]

Incredible, may Jolene spare you when it begins

[@weresquirrel]

Powerful voice, terrifying lyrics. Excellent work.

[@sianara3164]

Gods you voice is gorgeous! Matches the vibes so well! Hope this is released on Spotify someday, I need this in my playlists

[@BuckyCorvette]

This gave me some emotion I've never had before, or at least not felt for as long as I can remember. I don't know what the emotion was, but it made me laugh and cry simultaneously. I don't know why I had it either. I'd probably be the first to fall to Jolene, and you'd all watch and run.

[@danbufford8848]

Well this is just a stunning cover/version on Jolene. Interesting twist to the songs writing, and your vocals are amazing. Very crisp and clear throughout. Highly impressive.

[@Joliet4]

@@danbufford8848 tysm 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@veggiet2009]

"they tell me I'm hard to scare" that's the line that sends shivers down my spine

[@deerlyqueery]

Your voice is absolutely hauntingly beautiful, fits the lyrics and vibes to perfection!

[@RockyPeroxide]

I.. What... Would not recommend listening to after being awake for too long, your voice draws me in. [10/10] would have sleep deprived eldrich hallucinations again!

[@Joliet4]

@@RockyPeroxide oh no 😂

[@RockyPeroxide]

@@Joliet4 No worries, I had lovely nightmares

[@feiryfella]

Your voice is exquisite, beautiful and raises all the hackles this song should, as is right and proper. You are amazing! x

[@Uriel238]

This is now my favorite version.

[@Sharkfurter]

Best cover of the original post by far, truly amazing vocals and good playing! This deserves a lot more views.

[@Joliet4]

Thank you so much!

[@r.babylon2885]

It's perfect, and I never knew I needed it. Also, kept waiting for "please don't kill my land" as a lyric. No real reason, just felt right.

[@peterkent5153]

What a wonderful voice!

[@sanityisrelative]

I've taken in a lot of versions of eldritch Jolene and yours is by far the best out there

[@Kirjaval]

Simply mesmerizing! Fitting the universe of Cthulhu to the core 💕

[@oxoniumgirl]

Your performance was captivating!!! This is the only eldritch version cover that does the original and the concept justice, brava!

[@kingphiltheill]

How does this not have 10 million views? Wow!

[@Dropintheocean17]

The godlike vocals, clever as hell lyrics, and total seriousness in delivery elevates this from a meme to an actual work of art. My god. Give her all the views and likes

[@Joliet4]

@@Dropintheocean17 so kind. Thank you

[@ShinDSER]

The power in "have mercy at the end of days" left me speechless. What a voice!

[@Joliet4]

@@ShinDSER tysm 🙏🏼🥹

[@MaureenTheTemp]

This is amazing, commenting for the algorithm -- c'mon KZbin, recommend this to everyone before Cthullhu rises!!

[@sarahhenderson9694]

Absolutly outstanding! 💃

[@Her_Dudeness]

Omg your voice ❤️❤️❤️❤️ This cover is brilliant! 👁️🐙👁️

[@Joliet4]

Thank you!

[@UltimaTiger]

Easily the best Eldritch horror cover, and tied with the Little Nas X cover for my favorite cover of Jolene period.

[@Joliet4]

Thank you so much 🥹🥹

[@livingdeadgirl5663]

Your voice is insane! Love this version so much 🖤

[@alexesloan8325]

Wonderfully done! Perfectly executed the essence of what the original tumblr thread was and did it with a beautiful and powerful voice!

[@Hellifor]

What an interesting version of this classic song. I love it.

[@marthakosyfi7203]

You've done an absolutely BRILLIANT job and you have such an amazing voice!! Loving this and I only discovered it today!! :D

[@Joliet4]

@@marthakosyfi7203 thank you so much 🥹

[@cassildaandcarcosa294]

this sent shivers down my spine.

[@keldwikchaldain9545]

There are many many versions of this song. This is the first one that passes the vibe check.

[@gregorychiesa9167]

GOOSEBUMPS RIPPED MY SHIRT

[@slywitt_the_cold1108]

This is wonderfully, terrifyingly, woefully, beautiful.

[@damayfield1]

Best version I’ve ever heard. Simply incredible.

[@Joliet4]

@@damayfield1 thank you

[@Thinginator]

YES! Ever since I saw the original post on this idea I've wanted to see it done justice, and you fricking nailed it. Absolutely amazing.

[@hiddenhydewithinhim]

I haven't laughed so hard in years. And I'm now weed free like for a week. Good job! You made me open Stygian reign of old ones again.

[@ThomR65]

That was incredible. That voice brought tears to my eyes, so powerful 🥹

[@chaisehasan8920]

I created a dnd monster CR 30 based off this song and how hauntingly you sing it (beautifully of course). Not sure if anyone plays but I'd be happy to share lol

[@Joliet4]

@@chaisehasan8920 I PLAY

[@chaisehasan8920]

@Joliet4 oh my gosh that's awesome! I'm a DM :) do you want me to send you her stat block!?!?

[@Joliet4]

@@chaisehasan8920 yes show meee - [e-mail]

[@chaisehasan8920]

@@Joliet4 Sent!!! Let me know what you think =)

[@ChageeyaSarang]

suddenly remembered the tumblr post, then decided to see what became of it. Glad I did. Enjoyed your cover

[@datsun40146]

Ok, yep that was amazing. Death metal Joelene cover, delivered exactly what I expected and wanted. Well performed!

[@danielevan8059]

this is fuckin tight

[@cedwilkinseisenberg3851]

Nice version, great voice.

[@CyborgPrime]

Well done! Bravo! This is unspeakably good.

[@stm7810]

This is amazing! I need to make a Pulp Cthulhu campaign with this, make it so the mystery that this is all a reference hidden as long as possible to mess with the players.

[@sebastiancanes]

Phenomenal voice. Thanks.

[@joangeerhart3304]

This was AMAZING. The lyrics *sounded* like I was reading an HP Lovecraft story. And your voice ??? *Chef kiss* I just Found a new song to play on repeat. 😍😍😍

[@pagetcreelman]

I can listen to this song over and over. Not just a great interpretation of the Lovecraftian lyrics for Jolene, but a great version of the original song.

[@Joliet4]

Oh thank you so much!!

[@theexilekeibaru]

Yooooo need to get on one of those televised singing talent shows and sing this version.

[@matthewweston6572]

I came for the funny lyrics and got chills from the performance. Fantastic. 13/10

[@djblaklite]

the end verse gave me shivers. holy fuck this is excellent

[@Perkelenaattori]

We just battled against Jolene for 4 hours yesterday. Excellent version of an excellent song. Really love your voice.

[@Joliet4]

@@Perkelenaattori thank you! Working on that now

[@May-or-May-not]

I absolutely love this version. Your voice is haunting

[@HBoyar]

Bravo…You can feel the pain.

[@kw1-3dm39]

I need this in my Spotify yesterday it’s awesome !!!

[@Joliet4]

@@kw1-3dm39 coming soon!!

[@garethwood2303]

Well, this is my new favourite version of Jolene. Is this on an album?

[@Joliet4]

@@garethwood2303 not yet! Waiting for permission. So glad you like it ❤️

[@MontroseChloe]

HOLY F*** how am I only now hearing this? AMAZING!

[@Joliet4]

@@MontroseChloe thanks for watching 🖤

[@flotsamjetsam9610]

Amazing. The stars were truly right when you recorded this one!

[@stevenbentley310]

By the gods, you have an amazing voice!

[@Joliet4]

@@stevenbentley310 thank you 🥹

[@Cuthawolf]

This is amazing, super well done. You're very skilled.

[@notronsivart]

I got goosebumps multiple times watching this.

[@djs_specs]

I wish I had more likes to give. Your voice is beautiful and I love the arrangement.

[@jamiehandt6075]

Such talent in one human. It's not fair. Love it!

[@Joliet4]

Aw thank you 🥺💕💕💕

[@Spellfork]

You made great alterations to the concept but the performance was fantabulous!

[@ms.rosilynn]

This is amazing. You deserve so many more likes for this.

[@Siomir1969]

Hauntingly magnificent. Well done!

[@forthewaterz]

This is just so brilliant on multiple levels and beautifully executed. Well done and thank you!

[@kristinas.2974]

This was so good! Thank you for putting it out. Love the voice, love the words. Great job! 10/10!

[@silkewendt6990]

This version is so beautiful and the voice is terrific, I love it.❤️

[@charles7866-o1l]

With a voice like that, I think you're Jolene, probably gloatingly singing the song the villagers made about you.

[@GrislyDetails]

That was freaking awesome!!!! Hands down, the BEST take on this song I have ever heard!!!! I wish I could use it on one of my videos!! LOL

[@cleio81]

So haunting. I love it!

[@readbot42]

OMG, this is amazing!!! Thank you! :)

[@DarthTofu2]

A’ight, so I got my Halloween theme song sorted, good to have that in the bag.

[@Pitkat79]

My favorite rendition

[@sarahsant6248]

YES! My friend sent us this in a groupchat. Your voice and execution of this are wonderful!

[@peteuist]

the voice is superb- please release more

[@MidKnightblue0013]

wow very good version! praise Cthulu!

[@Warghoul]

Oh my! I absolutely love this!!!

[@pellejohansen]

This deserves a million views

[@andynelson952]

I can listen to this for hours. Well done.

[@chrislovato3362]

Wow. I'm impressed! This cover is amazing!

[@Joliet4]

Thank you!

[@IsaacCoverstone]

Beautiful. 10/10

[@ghanim8472]

Holy shit. That is all

[@philcampbell3924]

Now THIS is how you make a song your own!

[@pforpepe]

absolutely beautifully done. Amazing voice ❤️

[@heavencityrecords8490]

This is 🔥