From Billboard · Lars Brandle · · 1m
Dolly Parton Sings U2's 'Torn' Posthumously
Dolly Parton's final song with U2, 'Torn', releases as part of their new album Carnaval De Luz.
In brief
Dolly Parton's final song with U2, 'Torn', releases as part of their new album Carnaval De Luz. Dolly Parton recorded her last vocal performance for U2's 'Torn' on Carnaval De Luz, released posthumously after her death. Originally reported by Billboard.
Dolly Parton's Final Recording
Dolly Parton recorded her last vocal performance for U2's 'Torn' on Carnaval De Luz, released posthumously after her death.
U2's New Album Release
U2 released Carnaval De Luz, their first new album in nine years, featuring Dolly Parton's posthumous collaboration.
Bono's Statement
Bono said Dolly Parton sang her heart out while ill, recording the song just two months before her passing.
“She sang her heart out, and I cannot believe that’s an 80-year-old woman.”
Dolly's Death
Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at 80 after a brief battle with cancer.
Album Context
Carnaval De Luz is the first album of new material from U2 in nine years, following their 2013 album.
U2's Legacy
U2 has sold 175 million albums and won 22 Grammy Awards, with 34 songs on the Billboard Hot 100.
What matters most
Dolly Parton recorded her last vocal performance for U2's 'Torn' on Carnaval De Luz, released posthumously after her death.
