Pope Francis is on course a whirlwind historic tour of the United States, and as he continues his journey, the Pontiff will spread the message of faith, hope and unity.
However, the message will not be delivered in a traditional sermon but in a novel form: through progressive rock-infused music. His Holiness will be living up to his "Rock Star Pope" status as he gears up for his music album Wake Up!
By Nov. 27, Pope Francis' Wake Up! will be released in collaboration with the music label Believe Digital.
Rolling Stone was the first to break the news pertaining to the Pope's impending rock album, which will have excerpts from some of his most moving speeches in several languages. The songs will come from different genres of music, ranging from Gregorian chant to pop rock. It will also include hymns.
For those wondering what the Vatican thinks of this little venture, Wake Up! has been approved by the Vatican. The album has 11 tracks and speeches in Italian, Portuguese, English and Spanish. The Pope's speech will address areas such as environmental issues, dignity, unity and charity.
"I had the honor to work with John Paul II, Benedict XVI and now Pope Francis. As in the past, for this album too, I tried to be strongly faithful to the pastoral and personality of Pope Francis: the Pope of dialogue, open doors, hospitality," shared Don Giulio Neroni, the album's producer and artistic director.
The first single titled "Wake Up! Go! Go! Forward!" is available for a listen on SoundCloud. The Pope endears listeners to the message: "No one who sleeps can sing, dance and rejoice."
Wake Up! by Pope Francis is available for preorder on iTunes.
