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Bono Wrote a Song for Rosalía, Asked Her Permission
8 Oct
Summary
- Bono wrote a song for Rosalía, seeking her approval.
- Rosalía advised Bono on word usage for his new song.
- Both artists share a mutual admiration and love for Lorca.
U2's Bono revealed he is a devoted fan of Rosalía, even composing a song titled "The Mirror Maker (Rosalía)" for their forthcoming album, "Carnaval De Luz," scheduled for release on November 13. Bono sought Rosalía's permission via text, leading to an unusual exchange where she advised him on lyrical choices, including a word that didn't exist in Spanish. Rosalía described the experience as "insane" and "mind-blowing," recalling her childhood spent listening to U2's music.
Bono explained that "The Mirror Maker (Rosalía)" deviates from U2's typical subject matter of "people in jail or dead people," instead celebrating an extraordinary artist. He noted Rosalía's recent work on her "Lux" album anticipated themes he intended for U2's new material. Bono enlisted Penélope Cruz to help facilitate contact, admitting he felt like a "stalker." He and Rosalía have since bonded over their shared admiration for the poet Federico García Lorca.
