From Rolling Stone · Brian Hiatt · · 1m
Dolly Parton's Final Recording With U2
Dolly Parton recorded her last song with U2 on the new album.
In brief
Dolly Parton recorded her last song with U2 on the new album. Dolly Parton recorded her final vocal for U2's 'Torn' on the album Carnaval de Luz, released November 13, 2026. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Dolly Parton's Final Recording
Dolly Parton recorded her vocal for 'Torn' on U2's new album Carnaval de Luz, released November 13, 2026.
Bono's Interview
Bono said Dolly Parton recorded 'Torn' in June after becoming ill, and he could not listen to it now.
Bono's Initial Approach
Bono first contacted Dolly Parton for a side project inspired by Irish folk music, but she said it was too Irish for her.
Song Collaboration
Dolly Parton and Bono rewrote 'Torn' with Johnny McDaid to focus on a mother watching her family split apart.
Dolly Parton's Reaction
Dolly Parton approved the final mix of 'Torn' and was proud of her vocal recording.
What to remember
Dolly Parton recorded her final vocal for U2's 'Torn' on the album Carnaval de Luz, released November 13, 2026.
