In a moment that bridges decades of music history, Paul McCartney has announced his first-ever duet with Ringo Starr. The new single, titled “Home to Us,” marks a rare full vocal collaboration between the two former The Beatles bandmates.
The track is set to appear on McCartney’s upcoming album The Boys of Dungeon Lane, due out May 29 via MPL and Capitol Records. While McCartney has famously collaborated with Starr in various capacities over the years, this release stands out as the first time the two share a true duet, trading vocal lines across the song.
“Home to Us” was built from the ground up with Starr in mind. According to McCartney, the process began with a drum track recorded by Ringo, which inspired the foundation of the song. What followed was an organic back-and-forth, with Starr contributing vocal lines that ultimately shaped the track into a full duet.
Lyrically, the song reflects on their shared roots, drawing from memories of growing up in working-class Liverpool. McCartney described the track as a meditation on where they came from, highlighting both the challenges and the sense of identity tied to home. The result is a song grounded in nostalgia, but framed through a deeply personal lens.
Adding another layer to the collaboration, the track also features backing vocals from Chrissie Hynde and Sharleen Spiteri, bringing a subtle harmonic richness to the arrangement.
The announcement came during an intimate fan event at Abbey Road Studios in London, where McCartney previewed the album for a small group of attendees while sharing stories behind the songs. The project itself is shaping up to be one of his most reflective works, revisiting his early life in Liverpool and the formative experiences that led to the rise of The Beatles.
The Boys of Dungeon Lane marks McCartney’s first solo album in over five years and is being positioned as a deeply personal collection of stories, blending new material with reflections on his past. Early reactions from fans at the listening session suggest strong anticipation for what could be one of his most introspective releases to date.
For longtime fans, “Home to Us” represents more than just a new single. It is a rare reunion, a full-circle moment between two artists whose partnership helped define modern music. And for a new generation, it is a reminder that even decades later, the connection between McCartney and Starr remains as meaningful as ever.
