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Dolly Parton's Country Version of U2 Duet Released
Dolly Parton releases traditional country take on U2's 'Torn' for their new album.
In brief
Dolly Parton releases traditional country take on U2's 'Torn' for their new album. Dolly Parton recorded a traditional country version of U2's 'Torn' for their album Carnaval De Luz, released November 13. Originally reported by NME.
Dolly Parton and U2 collaborate
Dolly Parton recorded a traditional country version of U2's song Torn for their new album Carnaval De Luz.
Album release date
U2's 16th studio album Carnaval De Luz releases November 13 with Dolly Parton's vocal contribution.
Alternative country version
A traditional country version of Torn was premiered on US country radio November 12.
Bono explains collaboration
Bono said U2 worked with Dolly Parton after she suggested a song called Torn for a different direction.
Song's political theme
The song explores family relationships fractured by political disagreements across the world.
Dolly Parton's recording timeline
Dolly Parton recorded her contribution in Nashville in June, two months before her death on August 25.
U2's upcoming tour
U2 prepares for their 2027 world stadium tour with Wolf Alice supporting in Europe and Latin America.
The one thing
Dolly Parton recorded a traditional country version of U2's 'Torn' for their album Carnaval De Luz, released November 13.
