Dionne Warwick Announces Final Album, Lead Single Featuring Cynthia Erivo

The 85-year-old music icon's new project 'Dwuets' will feature high-profile duet partners.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Legendary singer Dionne Warwick has announced her final album, titled 'Dwuets', which will feature collaborations with artists like Cynthia Erivo and Kehlani. The lead single 'Ocean in the Desert' with Erivo is set to be released on March 20, with the full album's release date to be announced later.

Why it matters

Warwick's 65-year music career has cemented her status as an icon, and this final album represents the end of an era. Fans are eager to hear Warwick's duets with contemporary artists, which will likely provide a unique blend of musical styles and generations.

The details

The first two letters of the album title 'Dwuets' are in celebration of Warwick's first collaboration with songwriter Diane Warren, with whom she shares the same initials. In addition to Erivo and Kehlani, the album will feature other high-profile duet partners, though their identities have not yet been revealed. Warwick's son and manager, Damon Elliott, produced the album.

  • The lead single 'Ocean in the Desert' featuring Cynthia Erivo is set to be released on March 20, 2026.
  • The full album 'Dwuets' will be released at a later date, though the specific release date has not yet been announced.

The players

Dionne Warwick

An 85-year-old music icon with a 65-year career in the industry, known for hits like 'Walk On By' and 'I Say a Little Prayer'.

Cynthia Erivo

A Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning actress and singer who is featured on the lead single 'Ocean in the Desert' from Warwick's final album.

Kehlani

A contemporary R&B artist who will appear on the second single from Warwick's 'Dwuets' album.

Diane Warren

A prolific songwriter who is collaborating with Warwick for the first time on the 'Dwuets' album.

Damon Elliott

Warwick's son and manager, who produced the 'Dwuets' album.

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What they’re saying

“It was such a joy to be in the studio harmonizing with such a talented entertainer as Cynthia. We immediately bonded and had so much fun recording this beautiful song.”

— Dionne Warwick (Billboard)

“It was so warm being in the studio with Dionne; it was like a mother-daughter relationship. This experience was like the godmother of music coming in and saying to me 'I knight you.'”

— Cynthia Erivo (Billboard)

What’s next

The release date for Warwick's full 'Dwuets' album has not yet been announced, but fans can look forward to the lead single 'Ocean in the Desert' featuring Cynthia Erivo arriving on March 20, 2026.

The takeaway

Dionne Warwick's final album 'Dwuets' represents the end of an iconic 65-year music career, as the 85-year-old legend collaborates with contemporary artists to create a unique blend of sounds and generations. Fans are eager to hear Warwick's duets and celebrate her lasting impact on the industry.