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Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5,” the true story behind the anthem (bonus) artwork
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Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5,” the true story behind the anthem (bonus)

Planet Money by NPR

Aug 30, 202622:54Business

The brilliance of "9 to 5" is that it is catchy even though it’s also kinda depressing. You will be dancing along. You're enjoying it. And, then when you really listen to the lyrics, you're like, Wait, this is messed up....

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