*First Time Listening to U2*🎵 ONE Reaction

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[renniegrant]

What you cannot see since this band is from a different era is that they are anything but corporate. They were very unique and when they exploded on the scene nobody had ever heard anything like them before. So much of the sound of the past 30 years has been influenced by this band. From Cold Play to Muse, and tons of others.

[daz_n]

"You gave me nothing now it's all I got" Possibly one of my favourite lines of all time.

[mertozmerzi]

The whole Joshua Tree album is fantastic you should check it

[SaintXero]

U2 fan, Guns N' Roses singer Axl Rose, recounted in Bill
Flannagan's definitive biography, U2 at the End of the World:

I think "One" is one of the greatest songs that have ever been written. I put the song on and just broke down crying. It was such a release.
It was really good for me. I was really upset that my ex-wife and I never had a chance because of the damage in our lives.
We didn't have a chance and I hadn't fully accepted that.
The song helped me see it.
I wanted to write Bono a letter just saying "Your record's done a lot for me."

[Makai]

Adam Clayton is a criminally underappreciated bass player. His bass drives this song... and many other U2 hits. You just don't really notice unless you tune into the bass, then you realize just how strong his bass lines are.

[paulduran]

The Lyrics are the mastery of this song.. The instruments are secondary

[lutzgoose]

U2 is a band that must be experienced live. Possibly the greatest live band of all time with the largest following. Their concerts are like a religious experience.

[Cboy]

They were in Island records w Bob Marley…Bono inducted him into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

[reactionfan]

Axel Rose actually broke down crying when hearing this song it's a U2 classic which they always play live just never looses it's emotional Power every time i hear it Played

[s.mcpherson]

The song has a very simple and repetitive structure, but it's perfect for providing the negative space required for Bono's voice to really take center stage, so that he can take us on that an emotional journey we can all relate to.

[jamesburnett]

Bono’s lyrics hit you right between the eyes. He was able to meld artistry with poignant thoughtful messages more than any lyricist I know… & did it for over 10 years.

[dmgallibond]

U2 is a band that has a long history, and while their lineup has remained consistent, their sound has evolved dramatically. If you go back to the earliest days of the band in about 1980, they were very brash and raw. Then in the mid-80s they evolved into a more bluesy and rock sound. And then as they moved into the 1990s they had some songs with a progressive sound and some songs that were very much influenced by EDM and electronica. They are still active (they toured as recently as 2019 before the pandemic).

One of the consistencies in the themes of the band's songs, regardless or era or musical style choices, is a strong left-of-center political stance. There are songs that speak to the plight of immigrants, abuses of oppressed peoples, victims of social injustices, and those caught in the crossfire of conflicts based on the decisions of those in power far far away. Often you will hear Christian messages in their music, and that sometimes tends to turn off some audiences who can find some of their songs "preachy." U2 is one of my favorite bands of all time, and I find much of their music soulful and many of their lyrics thought-provoking. I think you two will enjoy exploring the many layers and sounds and styles of U2 as you continue your journey.

[jennhurl]

Brad & Lex: you just started listening to one of the greatest bands ever. I think you've gotten the wrong impression of them. They are far from grocery store music. Please don't stop here. I put a comment of songs. I hope you go down the rabbit hole. There are certain songs you MUST hit. Start with "Pride" their song for Martin Luther King & "Where The Streets Have No Name". Check my other comment. Amazing songs & you're about to fall in love with U2.

[amdremer]

U2 has so many great songs, they may now be considered more mainstream, but they were quite edgy and its more that the younger generation hears it as their parents music in my opinion. The Apple thing was just dumb.

Anything off of the War, Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby albums are going to be great. Rattle and Hum is also an amazing live album that also has a couple great cover songs and has BB King play with them on one of their songs. Lots worth listening to with this band.

[kenoneill]

This song is an incredibly subtle grower, and there is no way it can be appreciated and judged on with a first listen, like all great tracks its only grows and evolves the more one listens to it

[DanSolo]

I'm an old school U2 fan, so I'd suggest listening to songs showing their musical progression.
1) I Will Follow, 2) Gloria, 3) New Year's Day, 4) Pride (In the Name of Love), 5) The Unforgettable Fire (their best song ever!), 6) Bad, 7) With Or Without You, 8) Where the Streets Have No Name, 9) The Fly, 10) Lemon

[billyoliver]

Visit old U2...Sunday Bloody Sunday, New Years Day, Gloria, Party Girl...

[mvellis]

Off of their best album in my opinion (Achtung Baby), try "The Fly" or "Mysterious Ways" from that album

[alexanderkudryavcev]

Check out "Where the Street have No name", Stay(Faraway, so close) ", with or without you"

[christophermichael]

There's so much more to U2... How many other successful bands can you say have stayed together 40 years with all original members? Try "The Fly" from their Auctung Baby album.. They are a truly amazing band. Thank you for giving them a listen and reaction!