Dolly Parton’s Final Vocals Featured on ‘Torn,’ a Duet with Bono from U2 Recorded Just Weeks Before Her Death
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Key Points:
- Dolly Parton's final vocals feature on U2's new song "Torn," from their upcoming album Carnaval De Luz, set for release on Nov. 13, 2026.
- The duet with Bono was recorded in June 2026, just weeks before Parton's death at age 80 in August 2026, marking her last recorded performance.
- A country version of "Torn" premiered exclusively on major country radio stations on Nov. 12, ahead of the album's release.
- The song, co-written by U2, Parton, and Johnny McDaid, explores themes of broken family ties and emotional conflict, with production by Jacknife Lee and pedal steel by Daniel Lanois.
- Bono expressed difficulty listening to the track after Parton's passing, highlighting her dedication in recording the song despite her illness.
