I would Like to suggest that you listen to a live version of this song I have heard it several times in concerts and it’s very moving. Also most U2 albums need to be listened to several times before you start to hear the message and the story 🎶😎keep the songs coming. One of my favorites is crumbs from your table.
We heard from several to listen to this live. after we did this review we listened to the live version from Chicago where they added 40. I agree, it is much better and meaningful live.
When played live, Bono changed the closing lines to "take this city's heart... and keep it safe" so the end part at least became a little prayer to the city and its people they were playing in... I always thought that was a nice touch, especially as it was often one of the last couple of songs played before people made their way home. PS... Pretty sure the Edge safely keeps the Ark of the Covenant underneath his hat. In shrunken down form obviously. Right there almost in plain sight all this time!
Here's factoid yall might be interested to know: There's an alternate version of this song that was a special fan club release and a digital release later after the album, and in that version, in one of the instances of the "Yahweh" chorus, Bono tweaks it on the second utterance, singing it as "Yahweh . . . Yah-waited for me," essentially becoming "Yahweh, you waited for me," as if extoling the Lord's grace and patience. Link below: Listen at 3:24: th-cam.com/video/vPcu_xgrPCk/w-d-xo.html
You should listen to the live version on Vertigo tour. It is a better sound. My favorite verse in the song is this love is like a drop in the Ocean. When you feel the holy spirit it's like this warm feeling on your body like drops of warm water sliding over you. I love the live version the best.
Lads there’s a book called walk on U2’s spiritual journey. Talks about the band members religious journey and the links in the music. Good read , definitely think you would like it 👍
Love your reviews the religious aspect of u2 has always fascinated me. I literally grew up in church and my dad is now a fully qualified vicar in the Church of England. So Ive always took interest and I got what their writing was about . My mom was into u2 and always takes credit for me being a big fan as she would listen to u2 when I was in her belly 😃when I got into the band myself when I was 14 they were very happy especially as I got into Limp Bizkit at the same time 😃one band they didn’t approve of 😃 The one thing that I respect the most about u2 is they became the biggest band on the planet on their own terms. They didn’t change their morals or beliefs. It’s not the usual sex drugs and rock and roll story. They did it their way as born again Christians. That is some story 👌
He is talking to God (Yahweh in the Old Testament) during the whole song. 🙏🏻 They are generally better live. Glad you’re reacting to U2 - great band. 👍🏼🤗👋🏼
@@anthonykladitis36 😂 Back in the early 80’s but their Live Aid performance really solidified it. I was lucky enough to see them live in 1995...date got VIP seats 4 rows back on the inside aisle. Great concert....only Pink Floyd topped them out of all the concerts I’ve seen.
Don't think u2 songs are all about rel but what you can take from it!! The best bits!! We've seem what damage but church did here in Ireland under religion
I actually quite prefer the live version of this to the album cut. It's a love hate song in the u2 fandom as well, so I don't think the side thumb will be too heavily criticized:) Good analysis of the Yahweh chorus.
@@anthonykladitis36 I've enjoyed the U2 reaction videos immensely. It's nice to see their work recognized by the church. Without ever being preachy or becoming C.C.M. I believe Bono and the boys have evangelized many thousands.
@@johnnyd.5466 That is a very nice compliment! I am glad to highlight the "biblical element" to their songs and hoping that others will now listen for it.
@@johnnyd.5466 I am one of them. When I became intrigued with Pop and the other album I got because my parents had loved it, War, I had given up on the church and God, but one night in my freshman dorms, while working on a paper and listening to those albums, I felt warmth rush over me. I saw myself in the song. I was the one who 'had to die to myself' and I was the 'drowning man.' That night I fell to the floor in tears and fell in love with Him whom I had run away from.
I thought that was obvious and wanted to point out some other things that might of been missed. I do appreciate you highlighting that for us though and adding the Scripture !
U2 is my favorite band. This is my least favorite song on my least favorite album of theirs. It just doesn’t do it for me. I like it musically, the lyrics strike me as very lazy.
Bono sings these lyrics with his heart and soul because he needs and wants to be close to God, he always has and always will.❤
amen
"Bono keeps clergy with him when he tours" Eugen Peterson. The Message. Eugen was Bono's dear friend
The alternate version of this song is also beautiful.
Never heard of that. do you have a link?
@@anthonykladitis36 th-cam.com/video/vPcu_xgrPCk/w-d-xo.html
The live acoustic version from Chicago 2005 is amazing
I would Like to suggest that you listen to a live version of this song I have heard it several times in concerts and it’s very moving. Also most U2 albums need to be listened to several times before you start to hear the message and the story 🎶😎keep the songs coming. One of my favorites is crumbs from your table.
We heard from several to listen to this live. after we did this review we listened to the live version from Chicago where they added 40. I agree, it is much better and meaningful live.
I remember crumbs from your table from the album Vertigo. thanks for the suggestion !
A big thumbs up from me for this song and for choosing U2 to react
Thanks! Do have have any other ideas for us to review ?
These guy's camaraderie is wonderful to behold. 😄
Thank you kindly sir! It is a great thing to wake up and head to work with someone you get along with !
When played live, Bono changed the closing lines to "take this city's heart... and keep it safe" so the end part at least became a little prayer to the city and its people they were playing in... I always thought that was a nice touch, especially as it was often one of the last couple of songs played before people made their way home. PS... Pretty sure the Edge safely keeps the Ark of the Covenant underneath his hat. In shrunken down form obviously. Right there almost in plain sight all this time!
Now I know where the Edge gets his magic !
We are a grain of sand and B knows that.
You shoul listen to YAHWEH, the Vertigo tour version in Chicago 2005, it's incredible. Good luck!
This song has so much more soul when sung live check it out and see what i mean
I just listened to the Chicago version and I agree with you !
Here's factoid yall might be interested to know: There's an alternate version of this song that was a special fan club release and a digital release later after the album, and in that version, in one of the instances of the "Yahweh" chorus, Bono tweaks it on the second utterance, singing it as "Yahweh . . . Yah-waited for me," essentially becoming "Yahweh, you waited for me," as if extoling the Lord's grace and patience. Link below:
Listen at 3:24: th-cam.com/video/vPcu_xgrPCk/w-d-xo.html
3 ballads made HTDAAB, Original of the Species, A Man and a Woman, Yahweh. 3 loves: to their children, to their wives, and to GOD.
Nicely said ! Great insights.
You should listen to the live version on Vertigo tour. It is a better sound. My favorite verse in the song is this love is like a drop in the Ocean. When you feel the holy spirit it's like this warm feeling on your body like drops of warm water sliding over you. I love the live version the best.
do you have a specific performance in mind?
@@anthonykladitis36 U2 Yahweh-From U23D-HD. They had did a 3D version of the Vertigo tour.
@@whotrek I will check it out
Lads there’s a book called walk on U2’s spiritual journey. Talks about the band members religious journey and the links in the music. Good read , definitely think you would like it 👍
It’s on Amazon👍
@@christianreynolds9252 Fantastic. Ill look into that book..!
@@anthonykladitis36 I keep putting the Amazon link on but it keeps being taken down but it is on Amazon I just checked 👍great review 👍
Love your reviews the religious aspect of u2 has always fascinated me. I literally grew up in church and my dad is now a fully qualified vicar in the Church of England. So Ive always took interest and I got what their writing was about
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My mom was into u2 and always takes credit for me being a big fan as she would listen to u2 when I was in her belly 😃when I got into the band myself when I was 14 they were very happy especially as I got into Limp Bizkit at the same time 😃one band they didn’t approve of 😃
The one thing that I respect the most about u2 is they became the biggest band on the planet on their own terms. They didn’t change their morals or beliefs. It’s not the usual sex drugs and rock and roll story. They did it their way as born again Christians. That is some story 👌
@@christianreynolds9252 Thanks for the encouragement !
He is talking to God (Yahweh in the Old Testament) during the whole song. 🙏🏻 They are generally better live. Glad you’re reacting to U2 - great band. 👍🏼🤗👋🏼
You are clearly a huge U2 fan. when did the love affair start?
@@anthonykladitis36 😂 Back in the early 80’s but their Live Aid performance really solidified it. I was lucky enough to see them live in 1995...date got VIP seats 4 rows back on the inside aisle. Great concert....only Pink Floyd topped them out of all the concerts I’ve seen.
Don't think u2 songs are all about rel but what you can take from it!! The best bits!! We've seem what damage but church did here in Ireland under religion
Yahwah & 'Get on your boots' were in the final of worst U2 song on a U2 forum. That is a real battle royale.
yeah I do not enjoy get on your boots at all.
Quote lyrics "take this mouth so quick to criticise " s
I love this as well. very convicting
@@anthonykladitis36 if only the church of Ireland didn't love by the lyrics!!
Should do the live version from Chicago. Bono becomes emotional. It’s a better version.
Many have suggested that one. we ended up watching that after we recorded this and I agree, it is better.
I actually quite prefer the live version of this to the album cut. It's a love hate song in the u2 fandom as well, so I don't think the side thumb will be too heavily criticized:) Good analysis of the Yahweh chorus.
Thanks Megan. I like that Seth waits to "experience" the song during the podcast. I'll listen to it live now that you recommended.
@@anthonykladitis36 I recommend the Chicago Vertigo version.
You should definitely do the song “40”.
It is on the list !
Have you reacted to "If God Will Send His Angels" from "Pop?"
We have not but will add that to our list. thank you !
@@anthonykladitis36 I've enjoyed the U2 reaction videos immensely. It's nice to see their work recognized by the church. Without ever being preachy or becoming C.C.M. I believe Bono and the boys have evangelized many thousands.
@@johnnyd.5466 That is a very nice compliment! I am glad to highlight the "biblical element" to their songs and hoping that others will now listen for it.
@@johnnyd.5466 I am one of them. When I became intrigued with Pop and the other album I got because my parents had loved it, War, I had given up on the church and God, but one night in my freshman dorms, while working on a paper and listening to those albums, I felt warmth rush over me. I saw myself in the song. I was the one who 'had to die to myself' and I was the 'drowning man.' That night I fell to the floor in tears and fell in love with Him whom I had run away from.
@@meganclick6002 ❤️❤️❤️🎉🎉🎉
One of my favourite U2 songs.. interesting that you made no reference to the use of God's name.. Psalms 83.16.
I thought that was obvious and wanted to point out some other things that might of been missed. I do appreciate you highlighting that for us though and adding the Scripture !
Try their song 40 from them if you didnt already do it. taken from the 40th psalm
We will add it !
@@anthonykladitis36 when you do it, do the studio version first.
@@stevenruvolo499 studio it is
U2 is my favorite band. This is my least favorite song on my least favorite album of theirs. It just doesn’t do it for me. I like it musically, the lyrics strike me as very lazy.
The electri'co live in Chicago 2005
I agree!