Pope Francis Turns Popestar With New Album

As pontiffs go, Pope Francis has proven to be a bit of a rock star.

So it's only natural that the 'People's Pope' is now releasing a rock album.

The 11-track extravaganza features the Pope's public speeches put to original music ranging from pop rock to Latin chant.

But can the 78-year-old pope-turned-popestar break into the music industry with these blessed ballads?

Wake Up drops in three weeks' time.

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