Beyoncé releases new song '1+1'

Beyoncé has rush-released a new promotional single called '1+1' in the US.

The 29-year-old performed the track on the finale of American Idol last night and has since made it available on the US iTunes store.

'1+1' was co-written by Beyoncé along with previous collaborators The-Dream, Christopher Stewart - who both worked with her on 'Single Ladies' - and Corey Jackson Carter.

The track is a slow R&B power-ballad and serves as the opener for the singer's upcoming album 4.

'1+1' has not yet been given a release date outside the US.

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Watch Beyoncé perform '1+1' on American Idol below: