"A Celebration," released in 1982 as a non-album single by U2, serves as a vibrant expression of hope and defiance amidst a backdrop of social and political turmoil. The song's infectious energy is encapsulated in the repeated exhortation to "shake, shake," inviting listeners to join in a collective celebration that promises liberation and connection.
The line "I believe in the celebration / I believe it set me free" reflects a yearning for transcendence, suggesting that communal joy can act as a catalyst for personal and societal change.
This sentiment resonates deeply, particularly when contrasted with the darker realities expressed in the lyrics, such as references to "the third world war" and "the atomic bomb," which underscore a sense of urgency in confronting the dangers of contemporary life.
The song's imagery evokes a mixture of optimism and realism; while acknowledging the forces at play in the world, including political and social oppression, it ultimately emphasizes resilience. Lines like "the powers that be but they won't overpower me" highlight a spirit of resistance against adversity, a recurring theme in U2's work.
Furthermore, the mention of specific locations, such as "Christchurch" and "Mountjoy," adds a layer of geographical and cultural significance, rooting the song in a particular context while also reflecting universal struggles for justice and dignity.
"A Celebration" was a non-album single released by U2 between the October and War albums in 1982. It is probably better known for its B-side, "Trash, Trampoline and the Party Girl" (later shortened to "Party Girl"), which has become a fan favorite throughout the years.
Shake, shake
Go go
I believe in the celebration
I believe it set me free
I believe you can loose these chains
I believe you can dance with me
Dance with me
Shake, shake
Shake, shake
I believe in the third world war
I believe in the atomic bomb
I believe in the powers that be but they won't overpower me
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
Shake, shake
Shake, shake
We can't stop the tide and everything goes round and round
And we don't have the time to watch the world go tumbling down
Go go
I believe in the bells of Christchurch ringing for this land
I believe in the cells of Mountjoy there is an honest man
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
And you
I believe in the walls of Jericho
Can go there too
I believe they're coming down
I believe in this city's children
And you
I believe the trumpet's sound
Can go, go, go, go
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
And you
I believe in what I'm doing
Can go there too
Check out Party Girl lyrics from the same release.
"A Celebration" was a non-album single released by U2 between the October and War albums in 1982. It is probably better known for its B-side, "Trash, Trampoline and the Party Girl" (later shortened to "Party Girl"), which has become a fan favorite throughout the years.
"A Celebration" Song Lyrics by U2
Shake, shake
Go go
I believe in the celebration
I believe it set me free
I believe you can loose these chains
I believe you can dance with me
Dance with me
Shake, shake
Shake, shake
I believe in the third world war
I believe in the atomic bomb
I believe in the powers that be but they won't overpower me
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
Shake, shake
Shake, shake
We can't stop the tide and everything goes round and round
And we don't have the time to watch the world go tumbling down
Go go
I believe in the bells of Christchurch ringing for this land
I believe in the cells of Mountjoy there is an honest man
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
And you
I believe in the walls of Jericho
Can go there too
I believe they're coming down
I believe in this city's children
And you
I believe the trumpet's sound
Can go, go, go, go
And you can go there too
And you can go, go, go, go
And you
I believe in what I'm doing
Can go there too
Check out Party Girl lyrics from the same release.
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