Jamey Johnson & Emily Ann Roberts Surprise Fans With “9 To 5” Cover
on Aug 19, 2024
In the exciting world of country music, collaborations often bring fresh interpretations to classic songs. Dolly Parton’s famous “9 to 5” has seen several covers since its release over four decades ago.
About “9 to 5”
“9 to 5” was originally released in November 1980 as the theme song for the comedy film of the same name, starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin. The song quickly became a cultural phenomenon, reaching No. 1 on three different Billboard charts and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song.
The song became an anthem for working individuals, particularly women in the workforce. Its timeless themes of struggle and ambition still remain relevant today.
“Workin’ nine to five, what a way to make a livin’ /
Barely gettin’ by, it’s all takin’ and no givin’ /
They just use your mind and they never give you credit /
It’s enough to drive you crazy if you let it.”
Who Is Emily Ann Roberts?
Emily Ann Roberts is a rising star in country music. She was born in 1998 in Knoxville, Tennessee, growing up in a musical environment. Roberts first gained national attention as a contestant on season nine of The Voice in 2015. She was a member of Blake Shelton’s team and finished as the runner-up. After competing on the show, she completed her high school education and then pursued her music career full-time in Nashville.
She even previously performed “9 to 5” on The Voice. You can watch her performance in the video below.
Jamey Johnson & Emily Ann Roberts Sing “9 to 5”
Recently, Roberts joined Jamey Johnson on his What A View Tour. Johnson, known for his hits like “In Color” and “Give It Away,” kicked off the tour on June 20 in St. Augustine, Florida, and will keep the momentum going through September 21.
During their most recent show, Johnson brought Roberts out to deliver a fresh take on Dolly Parton’s classic “9 to 5.” Roberts shared a short clip on social media with the caption, “Covering Dolly with Jamey freakin’ Johnson.” She included text over the video that read:
“When Jamey Johnson pulls you up to sing one,” along with a heart eyes emoji.
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Fans can still catch Emily Ann Roberts performing alongside Jamey Johnson on two more dates of the What A View Tour:
September 20 – Cherokee, N.C. – Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center
September 21 – Cherokee, N.C. – Harrah’s Cherokee Event Center
Watch Roberts sing “9 to 5” with Johnson below.
