
7 February 1989 · 38 YEARS
Mystery Girl
Roy Orbison
The record took shape shortly after the artist died in 1988, imbuing the tracks with a heavy sense of loss. It stands as a final document of a performer who shaped rock and roll history.
Jeff Lynne and Bono oversaw the sessions, applying a polished finish to the songs. The result balances traditional songwriting methods with the cinematic requirements of the period, creating a style that bridges the decade.