One of the greatest songs ever written...and this is an older age performance of theirs...not quite as good as their younger days...but still amazing...and U2 is one of the biggest bands of all time...
As huge as U2 is, they're still incredibly underrated in my opinion. I'm 30 and the only reason any of my friends know Bono is from South Park. lol. It's tragic and I'm ashamed of my generations lack of appreciation for this kind of music.
The first time I heard One, I was sure I'd heard it a dozen times before. The very definition of an instant classic - it's perfectly formed and has a comforting familiarity that wraps and envelopes the listner, drawing them in and never letting go.
Well, the song is from their 1987 album, so your instincts are right. If you think Bono's vocals are great here, you should hear earlier versions of this song. If you want to try more live U2, try something from their Zoo TV tour. The whole show was amazing. Or if you want something more current, the "intimate" live version of Every Breaking Wave.
this is by far one of the bittersweetest lovesongs ever ..... a hymn for everyone who went through a lot of pain ... to find endless pleasure ..... god bless U2
20+ Grammy awards (most all time last I checked), the only one's with a number one album in FOUR different decades (80's, 90's, 00's, 10's), their catalog is packed with great music. I look forward to you doing more U2.
Not even close to a normal performance by U2 but they are so good even average is good enough!!! The song "BAD" is an absolute favorite of mine. Please add that to your list in the future. Your channel is fire by the way!!!
I’m a self-proclaimed Bad aficionado, best U2 song by far in my opinion. If you can, live in Rotterdam, is my favorite- energy, vocals, crowd. And, it was the very last performance before band almost broke-up leading up to Achtung Baby
This song was famously used in a love scene. Rachael and Ross from Friends . It was used in friends 😃 Great review, always do U2 live . They are the greatest live band of all time , never seen anyone better. Try where the streets have no name Still haven’t found what I’m looking for One Beautiful day Vertigo Sunday Bloody Sunday New Year’s Day Even better then the real thing If you want to be blown away by the singer Bono try Bad at live aid or every breaking wave at the ema’s 2014 both unbelievable
You were spot on with everything you assessed. I wish you could do a review of their entire concert video ZOO TV LIVE FROM SYDNEY AUSTRALIA. That is a MONSTER of a concert from the early 90's. That tour broke records, the stage set up was state of the art for the time. It's absolutely AMAZING. You can find the entire concert on TH-cam. WHAT WOULD IT TAKE TO GET YOU TO DO A LIVE REACTION TO THE ENTIRE 2 HR PLUS CONCERT? I'M SURE MANY OF YOUR SUBS WOULD ENJOY IT.
I'm 55. I remember exactly where I was when I heard this song the first time. I'd already seen U2 live- but this track gave me goosebumps. I saw the original Joshua Tree tour and 30 years later saw the anniversary tour with my adult kids. U2 and Bono ( the lead singer ) are one of, if not the best, live shows you can see. Bono's voice isn't quite what it was in his younger days, but still fantastic. I suggest the U2 Super Bowl half-time show or Bad at Live Aid.
I went to TH-cam concert in high school and Tuesday Bono had to be the single most charismatic person I've ever been in the same room with, by far. You could literally feel the charisma oozing off of him And I've been to a lot of concerts with charismatic, legenary performers, from Lady Gaga to Paul McCartney.
One of the most iconic songs from U2. Edge is such a talent on the guitar. Always getting gooseebumps when they bring in Joy Divisions Song at the end.
LOVE watching someone respond to a U2 performance for the first time, without the baggage, without the cynicism. Just a great song, great singer, great performance. Keep listening! And watching - best live act on the planet for 4 decades.
100% I agree. Bono is/was a fantastic singer, but the BBC concert was absolutely not his day (also by other songs) If you had version of the 80, 90 and 00 in your ears, this version pain. The excellent atmosheric and spirtual music is killed, lose his unique effect. I don't know if Bono had lost his original meaning or feelings to this masterpiece and his own lyrics perhaps discernible in the concert of the last 15 years??? Take versions of Rattle And Hum or Paris 1987, partly of the ZOO TV Tours.
@@christopherlyons4923 Beg your pardon: my school English is terrible. You said the right words. Bono wanted too much (art for arts sake), so that the interplay between the atmospheric music (U2's trademark till Achtung Bay) and the singer no longer works.
In fact, I’d say this was his worst vocal performance ever. I saw them a handful of times and Bono’s vocals were atrocious during the 360 tour in 2010. He didn’t know many of his own lyrics and he practically spoke every song instead of singing them. When I saw them during their I+E tour, he was remarkably better. Everything they did at the BBC should have been rescheduled.
I just subscribed to you because you played this song 🎵 This is my favorite band of all time. I heard them at the age of 11 and there sound forever changed me, I’ve been loyal ever since. Maybe because I’m Irish ☘️ idk 🤷♀️ Bono sang to my soul, and reached deep down into my gut, reached me like no other band still to this day. They have a unique sound. With extremely powerful lyrics. Bono is a lyrical genius!! And a powerful voice to boot. -Faraway so close -Second to say goodbye -God will send his Angels -Sunday Bloody Sunday And One love dedicated to Martin Luther King the greatest man who ever lived. Who was taken from us. Bono recognized this and wrote a song about him. Song 40 which is about a Phalsm 40 in the Bible. He sings for the worlds pain and gives many victims a voice through his lyrics. Sooo much more I could say about U2 but THANK YOU! He sings from the ❤️ for that I’m forever grateful to them. I’m a Extremely LOYAL FAN to U2 Thank you 🙏 for giving them a chance! much love ❤️ to you my friend🥰
You almost have to listen to the entire studio album in one sitting. Art/concept album. U2 was, is, sort of a thing. Sunday Bloody Sunday, New Years Day, anything on the first 10 albums. Numb. One. Where the Streets Have No Name off of the film "Rattle and Hum". That's just stunning.
Well you have about 35 years off hits to fall back on and it will keep you busy have to be one of the greatest bands ever look forward to your next journey with U2
U2, one of myball-time favorite bands! Their Album Joshua Tree is my favorite, and will always be the soundtrack to my sophomore year in HS (I discovered them a little late). their guitar player, The Edge, is also phenomenal and innovative. I can't recommend their music enough. Try Sunday Bloody Sunday, Exit, Trip Through Your Wires, One Tree Hill... you get the picture. they have an extensive catalogue that is just *chef's kiss*.
All of your points are very much valid. The singer is Paul Hewson, better known as Bono. You might also be pleased with the original "Official" version which is has far less "production". My personal favorite is the live version from the concert film Rattle and Hum. Larry Mullen's drumming in that film is I think the best example of his work. All of these version are over 30 years old. This video was a recent production luve at the BBC studios at Abbey Road. It was recorded with a full orchestra. It is just one of many, many excellent songs by this band.
Wowzers! One of my absolute favorite songs EVER! This entire album is off the hook! Check out Where the streets have no name. Excellent lyrical journey!!!😁
Bono is a LEGEND! Must listen to Sunday Bloody Sunday. Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For. Pride in the Name of Love. One. Where the Streets Have No Name. Beautiful Day. Mysterious Ways… There’s truthfully no bad song.
Also, from this album, ":Where There Streets Have No Name." Possibly their best song. Watch the original video, That is real footage. They played the song three times, and got the footage they needed. U2 also played the Super Bowl halftime show in 2001 in New Orleans. I may be biased, because the Patriot Dynasty was born that night, but their performance of that song and tribute to those who died in 9/11 (this was the first Super Bowl afterwards) makes it my favorite halftime show.
Check out U2 - Sunday Bloody Sunday live from the documentary Rattle and Hum. It was recorded the day of an IRA bombing in Ireland. It’s an incredibly passionate and political performance. One of Bono’s best.
I can’t hear Bono now without picturing him as a lion. 😁 (Anyone Else?). lol BTW, I LOVE the movie Sixteen Candles (I don’t care that it is not “politically correct/woke” etc. … it was FUNNY (and real)
Yes, Bono definitely exudes superstardom. You should definitely not only research his music, but his charity work to learn more about him. As far as U2, I highly recommend watching "Bad" from Live Aid, "All I Want Is You/Where the Streets Have No Name" from Slane Castle, and "October/Bullet the Blue Sky" Live in Paris.
U2 was huge in the 80s & 90s, with a large selection of great songs. "Where the streets have no name" "One" either just them preforming this, or with Mary J Blige. You mention their sound production, Daniel Lanois did a lot of their music production, if you listen to some of his own music you'll certainly hear his influance in the sound of U2.
Great reaction. It's amazing you have never heard of U2. My favorite band. Their music is very cinematic. They have much more exciting songs to enjoy. Please do more U2
I'm telling you, you'll be crazy about this band if you react to: U2 - THE FLY (official music video) U2 - STAY (official music video) U2 - NUMB (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993) U2 - EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993) U2 - I STILL HAVEN'T FOUND WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR (Official music video) U2 - UNFORGETTABLE FIRE (Official music video) U2 - All i Want Is you/Where The Streets Have No Name (Live Elevation Tour Slane Castle 2001) U2 - Every Breaking Wave (Live MTV ema's 2014) U2 - Kite (Live Elevation Tour Slane castle 2001) U2 - One (Official Music Video) U2 - Bad (Live Unforgettable Fire Tour 1984 or ZooTV Tour Dublin 1993) U2 - Until The End Of The World (ZooTV Tour 1992 Outside Broadcast) U2 - New Year's day (Live ZooTV Tour 1993 Sydney) U2 - So Cruel U2 - Lemon/With Or Without You (ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993) U2 - Dirty Day (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993) U2 - Mysterious Ways (Popmart Tour, Mexico 1998) Ultra Violet (Live 360 Tour, 2009) U2 - Cedarwood Road (Live IE Tour, Paris 2015) U2 - Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses? (Official Music Video) U2 - Hawkmoon 269 U2 - Love Rescue Me (Live Sydney, Lovetown tour 1989) U2 - Miss Sarajevo (studio or live version) U2 - Two Shots of Happy, One Shot Of Sad U2 - Please (Live mexico city, popmart tour 1998) man you have to react to all these videos, this band is Gold
I don’t know how close you were paying attention to the ad libs that Bono(lead singer) was doing during the last bit of the song, but I could’ve sworn he referenced a song called Love Will Tear Us Apart by the band Joy Division. Different styles, but from around the same time. Also U2 are Irish, Joy Division are English.
@@NatoBro I kinda did a double take. Like, did he just say what I think he said? I’m sure they all knew about them, but it’s a little weird to think of Bono a fan. Either way, definitely a cool quote
I love your made-up word: they're not in a relationship, they're in a situationship. Also I never noticed that the ooo or aaa section was him crying out from the pain of his relationship.
With or Without You is a timeless classic…it’s up there with Where the Streets Have No Name. I’ve loved U2 since I was a kid..they’re a great band. Check out One from their Achtung Baby album..that’s also a good song 🥲.
U2 is a band where, growing up, I liked a lot of their songs individually without realizing they were all by the same group. If you had asked me if I liked U2, I’d have shrugged. Then I had a roommate in college who was a huge fan, and I realized that I too was a U2 fan. Most of these have surely already been said, but other songs to look at include: Where the Streets Have No Name Pride (In the Name of Love) Sunday Bloody Sunday Beautiful Day Walk On
my reality at this very moment. this was once one of my favorite songs. and still somewhat is. but it's tough when you're living it i was named after this album. my mom claims i have a bible name and that's where it came from but my dad filled me in when i got older. the entire album is great.
The first time this song was used in a movie was the 1989 movie Cousins which was *(checks imdb)* …a romance movie about adultery… which people seem to absolutely love
I would suggest the original video of With or Without You to react to. Live songs to really check is All I Want Is You / Where the Streets Have No Name it's really an ear tease how he brings these two songs together
I really like U2, I remember the first time I heard them (and I actually knew it was them) was a Blackberry commercial in 2009, the song was "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight". The way they use their sustains for the guitar gives me the ASMR reaction. It reminds of David Gilmour. I also don't remember seeing Bono (lead singer) without sunglasses on while he was on stage. I've always seen him in sunglasses.
Yeah, check out Rattle and Hum if you want to here their songs live. Songs from the Joshua Tree album. Some of their early 90's music is different but still entertaining at live concerts. The fly is great live.
I've seen U2 in concert over 200 times around the world. My number of times seeing them is low in comparison to others I know. However, I have spent my life traveling to see this band live because their live shows are where they truly are remarkable. Realize that Bono has sung With or Without you live hundreds of times. It was a staple in their setlists tour after tour after tour until not all that long ago. This was a performance FOR their fans. It wasn't a performance to gain MORE fans. A couple of things I really do not understand though: 1. Given your age, you cannot tell me that you have no idea who Bono is? On the ZooTV tour (1992) he called the White House every night, he's done songs with musicians from all musical backgrounds, and his charity work and charities themselves are a worldwide brand name. You cannot tell me that you have never heard his name mentioned anywhere before. 2. Given the success of With or Without You and your age I cannot believe that you have never in your life heard this song in a restaurant or a store or on TV or on the radio before? Seriously? I mean, I couldn't sing a JayZ or Garth Brooks song to save my life, but I have at least heard of them and/or heard a song or two from them.
Their Zoo Tour concerts were fantastic, although this performance is not on the same par. At least one of their songs were movie themes: "In the Name of the Father (Thief of Your Heart"). Their catalog is vast and impressive.
U2 are a supergroup that has been around for a long time and Bono the lead singer is a superstar. By the way, they are Irish. You must check out their other work.
Maaaan, I love your reactions and I'm a huge U2 fan since I was a kid. Check out the "U2 go home concert" - live from Slane castle in Dublin. That thing is a masterpiece. I am pretty sure you'd like it.
Need to listen to the streets have no name and with or without you on the coming home tour goes from one to the other probs one of the best live performances I've ever seen
All I Want Is You/Where The Streets Have No Name, Super Bowl halftime performance after 9/11 (super emotional), Please, Exit, All Because Of You, Dirty Day, One Tree Hill, Running To Stand Still, Hawkmoon 269, The Fly, Walk On, Ordinary Love, Every Breaking Wave, could go on and on with great U2 songs. I agree with comments below to do live versions if possible as they are an epic live band.
So... great song but ... this is U2 4 decades into their career. You think his vocals are good here.. look up Live versions of this in the 80s or 90s or even the studio version. U2 are amazing... crazy amount of wonderful songs... they are amazing live but this was a very low key low energy version. Hey they are getting old at this point.. keep digging into U2 the worm hole is great.
One of the greatest songs ever written...and this is an older age performance of theirs...not quite as good as their younger days...but still amazing...and U2 is one of the biggest bands of all time...
As huge as U2 is, they're still incredibly underrated in my opinion. I'm 30 and the only reason any of my friends know Bono is from South Park. lol. It's tragic and I'm ashamed of my generations lack of appreciation for this kind of music.
OMG. If you haven't heard U2 songs before you MUST do "One". It is a must!
100%
Heck yeah
Without question. One of the best songs U2 has created.
The first time I heard One, I was sure I'd heard it a dozen times before. The very definition of an instant classic - it's perfectly formed and has a comforting familiarity that wraps and envelopes the listner, drawing them in and never letting go.
Well, the song is from their 1987 album, so your instincts are right. If you think Bono's vocals are great here, you should hear earlier versions of this song.
If you want to try more live U2, try something from their Zoo TV tour. The whole show was amazing. Or if you want something more current, the "intimate" live version of Every Breaking Wave.
lETS SEE IF WE CAN COLLECTIVLY TALK MY bOYD INTO A LIVE REACTON OF THE ENTIRE CONCERT VID. iT'S ON yOUtUBE. ;)
I so agree with you!:)
this is by far one of the bittersweetest lovesongs ever ..... a hymn for everyone who went through a lot of pain ... to find endless pleasure ..... god bless U2
20+ Grammy awards (most all time last I checked), the only one's with a number one album in FOUR different decades (80's, 90's, 00's, 10's), their catalog is packed with great music. I look forward to you doing more U2.
Not even close to a normal performance by U2 but they are so good even average is good enough!!! The song "BAD" is an absolute favorite of mine. Please add that to your list in the future. Your channel is fire by the way!!!
Not just any version, the Live Aid version at Wembley.
Bad is their best song...but I like the rattle hum version...
I’m a self-proclaimed Bad aficionado, best U2 song by far in my opinion. If you can, live in Rotterdam, is my favorite- energy, vocals, crowd. And, it was the very last performance before band almost broke-up leading up to Achtung Baby
This song was famously used in a love scene. Rachael and Ross from Friends . It was used in friends 😃
Great review, always do U2 live . They are the greatest live band of all time , never seen anyone better.
Try
where the streets have no name
Still haven’t found what I’m looking for
One
Beautiful day
Vertigo
Sunday Bloody Sunday
New Year’s Day
Even better then the real thing
If you want to be blown away by the singer Bono try Bad at live aid or every breaking wave at the ema’s 2014 both unbelievable
You were spot on with everything you assessed. I wish you could do a review of their entire concert video ZOO TV LIVE FROM SYDNEY AUSTRALIA. That is a MONSTER of a concert from the early 90's. That tour broke records, the stage set up was state of the art for the time. It's absolutely AMAZING. You can find the entire concert on TH-cam. WHAT WOULD IT TAKE TO GET YOU TO DO A LIVE REACTION TO THE ENTIRE 2 HR PLUS CONCERT? I'M SURE MANY OF YOUR SUBS WOULD ENJOY IT.
If you want the true U2-experience check out “All I Want Is You/Where The Streets Have No Name” Live at Slane Castle. It will blow you away!
it sure will.
Here here
I'm 55. I remember exactly where I was when I heard this song the first time. I'd already seen U2 live- but this track gave me goosebumps. I saw the original Joshua Tree tour and 30 years later saw the anniversary tour with my adult kids.
U2 and Bono ( the lead singer ) are one of, if not the best, live shows you can see. Bono's voice isn't quite what it was in his younger days, but still fantastic.
I suggest the U2 Super Bowl half-time show or Bad at Live Aid.
The fact you don't know bono but you can still know he's a superstar just by watching him is incredible. Bono is incredible
I went to TH-cam concert in high school and Tuesday Bono had to be the single most charismatic person I've ever been in the same room with, by far. You could literally feel the charisma oozing off of him And I've been to a lot of concerts with charismatic, legenary performers, from Lady Gaga to Paul McCartney.
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For..... great song
Where the Streets have no name
One
Beautiful Day
Pride (In the name of love)
One of the most iconic songs from U2. Edge is such a talent on the guitar. Always getting gooseebumps when they bring in Joy Divisions Song at the end.
LOVE watching someone respond to a U2 performance for the first time, without the baggage, without the cynicism. Just a great song, great singer, great performance. Keep listening! And watching - best live act on the planet for 4 decades.
I cannot believe someone is first time listening to U2 in 2022,i grew up with their music...since the 90s...but nice to see you discovered them👍🥰
Joshua Tree is their magnum opus and this is off of it. Bono is the singer...he's a huge philanthropist.
The studio version on The Joshua Tree album is 10x better. Bono's vocals feel off during this recording.
I wholeheartedly agree
100% I agree. Bono is/was a fantastic singer, but the BBC concert was absolutely not his day (also by other songs)
If you had version of the 80, 90 and 00 in your ears, this version pain.
The excellent atmosheric and spirtual music is killed, lose his unique effect.
I don't know if Bono had lost his original meaning or feelings to this masterpiece and his own lyrics perhaps discernible in the concert of the last 15 years??? Take versions of Rattle And Hum or Paris 1987, partly of the ZOO TV Tours.
This song is so smooth but his vocals break up the purity because of his “creative flourishes.” It’s not a song you should do that to.
@@christopherlyons4923 Beg your pardon: my school English is terrible. You said the right words.
Bono wanted too much (art for arts sake), so that the interplay between the atmospheric music (U2's trademark till Achtung Bay) and the singer no longer works.
In fact, I’d say this was his worst vocal performance ever. I saw them a handful of times and Bono’s vocals were atrocious during the 360 tour in 2010. He didn’t know many of his own lyrics and he practically spoke every song instead of singing them. When I saw them during their I+E tour, he was remarkably better. Everything they did at the BBC should have been rescheduled.
I just subscribed to you because you played this song 🎵
This is my favorite band of all time. I heard them at the age of 11 and there sound forever changed me, I’ve been loyal ever since.
Maybe because I’m Irish ☘️ idk 🤷♀️ Bono sang to my soul, and reached deep down into my gut, reached me like no other band still to this day.
They have a unique sound. With extremely powerful lyrics.
Bono is a lyrical genius!!
And a powerful voice to boot.
-Faraway so close
-Second to say goodbye
-God will send his Angels
-Sunday Bloody Sunday
And One love dedicated to Martin Luther King the greatest man who ever lived. Who was taken from us. Bono recognized this and wrote a song about him.
Song 40 which is about a Phalsm 40 in the Bible.
He sings for the worlds pain and gives many victims a voice through his lyrics.
Sooo much more I could say about U2 but THANK YOU!
He sings from the ❤️ for that I’m forever grateful to them.
I’m a Extremely LOYAL FAN to U2
Thank you 🙏 for giving them a chance!
much love ❤️ to you my friend🥰
YES !!!!!!!!!
More U2 Please! One of the most epic bands of the 80s and 90s (and beyond). And yes, U2 has been in many movies and shows and things.
Classic U2 is massive but also feels like one of those underrated classic rock pop bands.
You almost have to listen to the entire studio album in one sitting. Art/concept album. U2 was, is, sort of a thing. Sunday Bloody Sunday, New Years Day, anything on the first 10 albums. Numb. One. Where the Streets Have No Name off of the film "Rattle and Hum". That's just stunning.
Brother, You have to check out Pride (In The Name of Love)! Absolutely haunting!
Well you have about 35 years off hits to fall back on and it will keep you busy have to be one of the greatest bands ever look forward to your next journey with U2
Where the streets have no name, sunday bloody Sunday, and pride (in the name of love) are musts!!
You are sweet, smart, gentle.... Thank you. I love U2! ♥️ Greetings from Greece.
WHERE THE STREETS HAVE NO NAME is a must. This track gives you a better introduction to U2 and just how good they are.
I can't believe someone has never heard this song, ever..................seriously, One of the Greatest songs ever written/sung, the one and only U2
U2, one of myball-time favorite bands! Their Album Joshua Tree is my favorite, and will always be the soundtrack to my sophomore year in HS (I discovered them a little late). their guitar player, The Edge, is also phenomenal and innovative. I can't recommend their music enough. Try Sunday Bloody Sunday, Exit, Trip Through Your Wires, One Tree Hill... you get the picture. they have an extensive catalogue that is just *chef's kiss*.
All of your points are very much valid. The singer is Paul Hewson, better known as Bono. You might also be pleased with the original "Official" version which is has far less "production". My personal favorite is the live version from the concert film Rattle and Hum. Larry Mullen's drumming in that film is I think the best example of his work. All of these version are over 30 years old.
This video was a recent production luve at the BBC studios at Abbey Road. It was recorded with a full orchestra. It is just one of many, many excellent songs by this band.
U2 one of the best bands ever and maybe the most perfect production and engineer team at this exact time.
Wowzers! One of my absolute favorite songs EVER! This entire album is off the hook! Check out Where the streets have no name. Excellent lyrical journey!!!😁
Bono is a LEGEND! Must listen to Sunday Bloody Sunday. Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For. Pride in the Name of Love. One. Where the Streets Have No Name. Beautiful Day. Mysterious Ways… There’s truthfully no bad song.
U2 is the best band of the last 40 years and the biggest live band of the last 35 years.
Studio recording tops this easily.
Also, from this album, ":Where There Streets Have No Name." Possibly their best song. Watch the original video, That is real footage. They played the song three times, and got the footage they needed.
U2 also played the Super Bowl halftime show in 2001 in New Orleans. I may be biased, because the Patriot Dynasty was born that night, but their performance of that song and tribute to those who died in 9/11 (this was the first Super Bowl afterwards) makes it my favorite halftime show.
"The lead singer is a superstar! I have no idea who he is." said no one ever hahaha. Great review!
Great reaction! Welcome to U2. The best live performance I have ever seen was U2 in 1989, Auckland, NZ. Out of this world!
Go back to live versions from 87-93 and you’ll see a superstar singer at the peak of his powers.
i didn't know this new vocal existed. it is not nearly as good
Check out U2 - Sunday Bloody Sunday live from the documentary Rattle and Hum. It was recorded the day of an IRA bombing in Ireland. It’s an incredibly passionate and political performance. One of Bono’s best.
Studio version is better than this live one
YYYYYEEEEAAHHHHHH We'll shine like stars in the summer night...
I can’t hear Bono now without picturing him as a lion. 😁 (Anyone Else?). lol
BTW, I LOVE the movie Sixteen Candles (I don’t care that it is not “politically correct/woke” etc. … it was FUNNY (and real)
Yes - a classic for me!
Yes, Bono definitely exudes superstardom. You should definitely not only research his music, but his charity work to learn more about him. As far as U2, I highly recommend watching "Bad" from Live Aid, "All I Want Is You/Where the Streets Have No Name" from Slane Castle, and "October/Bullet the Blue Sky" Live in Paris.
Great reaction. More u2 please. Recommend Bullet the blue sky zoo TV and Bad LIVE aid
While I'm not a huge U2 fan I do appreciate the fact that they have mastered the slow build in a song.
U2 was huge in the 80s & 90s, with a large selection of great songs. "Where the streets have no name" "One" either just them preforming this, or with Mary J Blige. You mention their sound production, Daniel Lanois did a lot of their music production, if you listen to some of his own music you'll certainly hear his influance in the sound of U2.
I wasnt expecting such a professional assessment of the song lol. I appreciate this video.
It's beyond rare that I can give every song on an album a thumb's up. The Joshua Tree is one. Their following album Rattle and Hum is another.
"One" seems like the natural next song from them to review; in my opinion the best track of their career.
Great reaction. It's amazing you have never heard of U2. My favorite band. Their music is very cinematic. They have much more exciting songs to enjoy. Please do more U2
I'm telling you, you'll be crazy about this band if you react to:
U2 - THE FLY (official music video)
U2 - STAY (official music video)
U2 - NUMB (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993)
U2 - EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993)
U2 - I STILL HAVEN'T FOUND WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR (Official music video)
U2 - UNFORGETTABLE FIRE (Official music video)
U2 - All i Want Is you/Where The Streets Have No Name (Live Elevation Tour Slane Castle 2001)
U2 - Every Breaking Wave (Live MTV ema's 2014)
U2 - Kite (Live Elevation Tour Slane castle 2001)
U2 - One (Official Music Video)
U2 - Bad (Live Unforgettable Fire Tour 1984 or ZooTV Tour Dublin 1993)
U2 - Until The End Of The World (ZooTV Tour 1992 Outside Broadcast)
U2 - New Year's day (Live ZooTV Tour 1993 Sydney)
U2 - So Cruel
U2 - Lemon/With Or Without You (ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993)
U2 - Dirty Day (Live ZooTV Tour Sydney 1993)
U2 - Mysterious Ways (Popmart Tour, Mexico 1998)
Ultra Violet (Live 360 Tour, 2009)
U2 - Cedarwood Road (Live IE Tour, Paris 2015)
U2 - Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses? (Official Music Video)
U2 - Hawkmoon 269
U2 - Love Rescue Me (Live Sydney, Lovetown tour 1989)
U2 - Miss Sarajevo (studio or live version)
U2 - Two Shots of Happy, One Shot Of Sad
U2 - Please (Live mexico city, popmart tour 1998)
man you have to react to all these videos, this band is Gold
I don’t know how close you were paying attention to the ad libs that Bono(lead singer) was doing during the last bit of the song, but I could’ve sworn he referenced a song called Love Will Tear Us Apart by the band Joy Division. Different styles, but from around the same time. Also U2 are Irish, Joy Division are English.
Thank you for noticing the chorus to Love Will Tear Us Apart as well. I was surprised no one earlier had mentioned it! ;)
@@NatoBro I kinda did a double take. Like, did he just say what I think he said? I’m sure they all knew about them, but it’s a little weird to think of Bono a fan. Either way, definitely a cool quote
I love your made-up word: they're not in a relationship, they're in a situationship. Also I never noticed that the ooo or aaa section was him crying out from the pain of his relationship.
With or Without You is a timeless classic…it’s up there with Where the Streets Have No Name.
I’ve loved U2 since I was a kid..they’re a great band. Check out One from their Achtung Baby album..that’s also a good song 🥲.
U2 is a band where, growing up, I liked a lot of their songs individually without realizing they were all by the same group. If you had asked me if I liked U2, I’d have shrugged. Then I had a roommate in college who was a huge fan, and I realized that I too was a U2 fan.
Most of these have surely already been said, but other songs to look at include:
Where the Streets Have No Name
Pride (In the Name of Love)
Sunday Bloody Sunday
Beautiful Day
Walk On
my reality at this very moment. this was once one of my favorite songs. and still somewhat is. but it's tough when you're living it
i was named after this album. my mom claims i have a bible name and that's where it came from but my dad filled me in when i got older. the entire album is great.
Something about the way Bono sings this live gives it a more intimate feel. One of those songs that evokes a feeling of nostalgia and better times...
Situationship. Lovely play on . What we all go through. Awesome
Absolutely fantastic live ...wat a voice 😍
The first time this song was used in a movie was the 1989 movie Cousins which was *(checks imdb)* …a romance movie about adultery… which people seem to absolutely love
He is Bono, just the best lead singer of all time. You should react to Where The Streets Have No Name live.
I would suggest the original video of With or Without You to react to. Live songs to really check is All I Want Is You / Where the Streets Have No Name it's really an ear tease how he brings these two songs together
I really like U2, I remember the first time I heard them (and I actually knew it was them) was a Blackberry commercial in 2009, the song was "I'll Go Crazy If I Don't Go Crazy Tonight". The way they use their sustains for the guitar gives me the ASMR reaction. It reminds of David Gilmour. I also don't remember seeing Bono (lead singer) without sunglasses on while he was on stage. I've always seen him in sunglasses.
I can't even express how much better the album version is.
Yeah, check out Rattle and Hum if you want to here their songs live. Songs from the Joshua Tree album. Some of their early 90's music is different but still entertaining at live concerts. The fly is great live.
U2’s Red Rocks concert is aMAZing.
I've seen U2 in concert over 200 times around the world. My number of times seeing them is low in comparison to others I know. However, I have spent my life traveling to see this band live because their live shows are where they truly are remarkable. Realize that Bono has sung With or Without you live hundreds of times. It was a staple in their setlists tour after tour after tour until not all that long ago. This was a performance FOR their fans. It wasn't a performance to gain MORE fans.
A couple of things I really do not understand though:
1. Given your age, you cannot tell me that you have no idea who Bono is? On the ZooTV tour (1992) he called the White House every night, he's done songs with musicians from all musical backgrounds, and his charity work and charities themselves are a worldwide brand name. You cannot tell me that you have never heard his name mentioned anywhere before.
2. Given the success of With or Without You and your age I cannot believe that you have never in your life heard this song in a restaurant or a store or on TV or on the radio before? Seriously? I mean, I couldn't sing a JayZ or Garth Brooks song to save my life, but I have at least heard of them and/or heard a song or two from them.
You owe. It to hear the original recording.. it’s a phenomenal vocal.
I would suggest One by U2, one of my favorite songs from that era.
This isn't 80's, this song is timeless!
Their Zoo Tour concerts were fantastic, although this performance is not on the same par. At least one of their songs were movie themes: "In the Name of the Father (Thief of Your Heart"). Their catalog is vast and impressive.
So many great songs by this band, I will put in a plug for "I Will Follow" from their verry early career.
The original recording is from their 1987 album The Joshua Tree. One of my favorite U2 songs.
with or without you means what it says , we fight we argue we split we come back we cant stay apart
U2’s Live Aid performance was pretty great too
This song was used in the movie 'Blown away' with Tommie Lee Jones and Jeff Bridges. Great movie btw.
U2 are a supergroup that has been around for a long time and Bono the lead singer is a superstar. By the way, they are Irish. You must check out their other work.
U2-Where the streets have no name (Slane Castle ) is the best live version ever
The rattle and hum movie version will blow you away !!!
Aww man you need to hear him during the US Rattle and Hum live performance. The album songs best.
From the album "Joshua Tree" Great album
They used this song magnificently on the movie *Blown Away* (1994) starring Jeff Bridges, Tommy Lee Jones
The relationship is a critique on the United States of America, just like the whole Joshua tree album... A masterpiece.
Love the Joy Division references towards the end
AMAZING U2
Best Band Ever
I recommend watching their Live from Red Rocks performance
Gotta do Sunday bloody Sunday and beautiful day by U2
New Years Day and Please would be choice,but so many good U2 songs to choose from.
How can you live in the world without knowing Bono? He's a superstar lol
Good song - great reaction
Maaaan, I love your reactions and I'm a huge U2 fan since I was a kid. Check out the "U2 go home concert" - live from Slane castle in Dublin. That thing is a masterpiece. I am pretty sure you'd like it.
SUCH A GOOD SONG
Need to listen to the streets have no name and with or without you on the coming home tour goes from one to the other probs one of the best live performances I've ever seen
Sorry its acc all I want is you into the streets have no name
I really like your radio voice.
Fun fact: This is not Bono's band. This is not The Edge's band. It is drummer Larry Mullen Jr.'s band.
All I Want Is You/Where The Streets Have No Name, Super Bowl halftime performance after 9/11 (super emotional), Please, Exit, All Because Of You, Dirty Day, One Tree Hill, Running To Stand Still, Hawkmoon 269, The Fly, Walk On, Ordinary Love, Every Breaking Wave, could go on and on with great U2 songs. I agree with comments below to do live versions if possible as they are an epic live band.
You’ve never heard of With or Without You or BONO!?…or U2.
This is just….🤯
So... great song but ... this is U2 4 decades into their career. You think his vocals are good here.. look up Live versions of this in the 80s or 90s or even the studio version. U2 are amazing... crazy amount of wonderful songs... they are amazing live but this was a very low key low energy version. Hey they are getting old at this point.. keep digging into U2 the worm hole is great.
Bono wrote the lyrics about his struggles of him dealing with his faith and fame