"Salomé" lyrics by U2


"Salomé" lyrics by U2


Salome was inspired by the character from the Bible who asked for John the Baptist's head.

Lyrics

Baby please
Baby please don't go
I got eyes to feed, they want skin and seed
Now don't make me crawl
Baby please
Baby don't bite your lip
Give you half what I've got if you untie the knot
It's a promise

Salomé x 4

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Baby please
Baby, what's that tune
Well, I heard it before when I crawled from the door
And my blood turned blue
Baby please
Baby please slow down
Baby, I feel sick
Don't make me stick to a promise

Salomé
Salomé
Salomé
Salomé
Salomé
Salomé

I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you

Baby please
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Baby don't sing yet
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Won't you dance for me
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Beneath the cherry tree
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Won't you swing down low
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Please
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Baby please say yes
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Baby don't go away
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you
Don't spill any of your precious love
I got to get you
Got to, got to get you

Shake it, shake it, shake it Salome x 8
Salome

I got to get you
Got to, got to get you

Dreaming With Tears In My Eyes Lyrics U2

Dreaming With Tears In My Eyes Lyrics U2

"Dreaming With Tears In My Eyes"

My heart is longing for you, love
I cared for you more then you knew
Though you have broken each promise
And yesterday's dreams are untrue

Alone, I'll be yearning tomorrow
When sunshine brings memories of you
My sunshine will turn into sorrow
As I dream of the love we once knew

Why should I always be lonesome
When sunny and blue are the skies
While shadows and loneliness linger
I'm dreaming with tears in my eyes

Why did you promise me sweetheart
Never to leave me alone
Yesterday's sunshine is faded
Your love wasn't true like my own

Alone, I'll be yearning tomorrow
When sunshine brings memories of you
My sunshine will turn into sorrow
As I dream of the love we once knew

Why should I always be lonesome
When sunny and blue are the skies
While shadows of loneliness linger
I'm dreaming with tears in my eyes


(This song, performed by Bono & Larry, can be found on the Songs of Jimmie Rodgers album)

Oh, Berlin lyrics by U2 from the Achtung Baby recording sessions


'Oh, Berlin' lyrics by U2

Oh, Berlin is a song from the Achtung Baby sessions that has never been heard until the release of the 20th Anniversary release of Achtung Baby. Other releases from that time include Down all The Days and Blow Your House Down.

It's no surprise that U2 wrote a song about Berlin as that's where a lot of recording for the album took place - indeed Zoo Station is so named after a train stop in the city!

Lyrics

Hasse, hasse, hasse, hasse

White snow turning to slush
A festival of brown in the city of my crush
If you walk around, you can step inside
Köthner Straße achtunddreißig

Oh Berlin
Who could think they would find you by just looking
Oh Berlin
How many of us hide in you
Oh Berlin
To think I could know you by your name

To stare and not be stared
To look and not be seen
To feel new feelings
Rather than understand where you've just been
Fame, huh

Oh Berlin
Who could they would find you by just looking
Oh Berlin
When you flap your angel wings
Oh Berlin
To think that I could know you by your name

Chasing the ghosts of our heroes
Lou Reed, David Bowie, Iggy, Wim Wenders, Rilke
To change location rather than change yourself
To ask for directions rather than ask for help
To remain always a true friend

Oh Berlin
Who could think they would find you by just looking
Oh Berlin
When you flap your angel wings
Oh Berlin
To think that I could know you by your name

Who, if I cried out, would hear me among the angelic orders
And even if one to suddenly take me to its heart
I would vanish into its stronger existence
For beauty is nothing but the beginning of terror
That we are still able to bear and we revere it so
Because it calmly disdains to destroy us
Every angel is terror

Every angel is terror
Oh Berlin
Every angel is terror
Every angel is terror
Who would think they could find you by just looking
Every angel is terror
Every angel is terror
Oh Berlin
How many of us hide in you
Oh Berlin
To think that I could know you by a single name

A Room At The Heartbreak Hotel lyrics by U2

 A Room At The Heartbreak Hotel lyrics by U2


'A Room At The Heartbreak Hotel' song lyrics by U2


B-side from U2's classic Angel of Harlem, a popular song from Rattle and Hum. The song might be about a hooker or a woman who confuses sex for love.

Either way it's one of those classic songs written by Bono which could mean anything.

Given the bluesy roots that U2 were trying to lay down on Rattle and Hum, Heartbreak Hotel is probably a reference to the popular Elvis song as well.  

Lyrics:

From where I stand
I can see through you
From where you're sitting, pretty one
I know it got to you

See the stars in your eyes
You want the truth but you need the lies
Like Judy Garland, like Valentino
You give your life for rock and roll, uh huh

Stand
We're on the landslide of love
You got everything you want,
And what you need you give away

For a primitive love and a ride on the mystery train
A primitive love
A room at the heart, heartbreak hotel
A room at the heartbreak, heartbreak hotel
A room at the heartbreak, heartbreak hotel

You say it's love, it's not the money
You let them suck your life out like honey
Turning tricks, you're on the street
Selling your kisses so bittersweet

I love it, yeah
Buy me again
I want to know pretty baby
I want to know
The price is too hard to pay

A primitive love and a ride on the mystery train
A primitive love
A room at the heart, heartbreak hotel

A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel
A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel
A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel
A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel

Hallelujah, said halle-hello to ya
Said hallelujah

A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
Halle, halle, halle, hallelujah
A room at the heartbreak, the heartbreak
The heartbreak hotel, hotel

Deep in the Heart Lyrics by U2



Deep in the Heart Lyrics by U2 

This song was a U2 b-side from The Joshua Tree's very popular hit I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For. Deep in the Heart features some slide guitar from The Edge.

Lyrics:

Angel, everything is gonna be alright
Angel, everything is gonna work out tonight
Thirty years old, sweet as a rose
Every petal of her wafer thin
Love will make you blind, creep up from behind
Get you jumping out of your skin
Angel, it's sink or swim

Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place
Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place

Door is closed behind me now
The window is sealed to shut out the light
Green as the leaves and the cure of the nettle sting
Do your homework, it'll work out right

Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place
Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place

The scent of cedar, I can still see her
You can't return to the place you never left
Angel, we'll make it work out tonight
Angel, I wanna be home tonight
Door is closed behind me now
The window is sealed, to shut out the light
Green as the leaves the cure of the nettle sting
Do your work and you'll work out right

Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place
Deep in the heart
Deep in the heart of this place

Are You Gonna Wait Forever lyrics by U2



Are You Gonna Wait Forever lyrics by U2

Are You Gonna Wait Forever was the b-side from U2's Vertigo single off the How to Dismantle An Atomic Bomb album. This song was dropped from the album as All Because of You ended up sharing the same musical sensibilities - in a similar way to how Lady With The Spinning Head is very similar to The Fly.

Lyrics:

All the obstacles in my way, now
Are disappearing every day, now
I'm getting closer
We're getting closer to home
It won't be long until the summer comes

Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?

Getting out from under my bed, now
I'm going to say the things I should have said, now
Getting closer
Getting closer to what's true
Gonna find myself in you

Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?

There's no one there behind their eyes
They're in the business, beautiful lies
We'll keep the promise
'Cause we don't know how to break it
The furniture you can rearrange
Don't trade your dreams for some small change
Guard the flame, or better leave it naked

Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?
Are you gonna wait forever?
How?
Are you gonna wait forever?
How, how long, how long?
Or is it now, now, now?
Or is it now?

Down All The Days lyrics by U2

Down All The Days lyrics by U2

Released as part of the celebrations of the twenty year anniversary of one of U2's best albums, Achtung Baby. If you liked this song, you should check out U2's Blow Your House Down which was released at the same time.

Down all the Days Lyrics by U2.

My eyes are black
They've seen the glory
My ears are shut
They've heard the storm
My legs are weak
From so much stumbling

Down all the days
Down all the days

My lips are dry
They've tasted water
My spirit high
I hardly touch the ground
My heart is heavy
It hears the distant firing

Down all the days
Down all the days
Down all the days
Down all the days
Down all the days
Days, days
Down all the days
Days, days

I love to talk
Days, days
Can you leave me some it to hug
Days, days
Can you hold me now
Days, days
I love her hug
Days, days
Days, days
Days

The skyline's in the cloud
Throw down some winds now
Right now I'm only here to see me
Come down whenever you want to see me
Right on a phone, the holy rose
Someone in the street's on fire
And I am weary, worthy
Wounded, all wrong
I love thee, to hold thee
I love thee

Everybody Loves A Winner lyrics U2

Everybody Loves A Winner lyrics U2

A left over from the Achtung Baby recording sessions, the song was released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of what were arguably U2's richest recording sessions (any session that One or Love is Blindness falls out of must be rich!)


Lyrics:


Once I had fame
I was full of pride
Well, there were a lot of friends
Always by my side

But my luck ran dry
Now my friends begin to hide

Everybody loves a winner
Everybody loves a winner
When you lose, you lose alone

Everywhere I turned
There was a hello and a smile
I never thought they'd be gone
After a while

Oh, that big road ran down
And the smiles turned to frowns

Everybody loves a winner
Everybody loves a winner
But when you lose, you lose alone

Hands to heaven that I would be true
To get back that love
There's nothing I wouldn't do
But I learned and I lost
And now I paid the cost

Everybody loves a winner
Everybody loves a winner
Everybody loves a winner
But when you lose, you lose alone

Where did it all go wrong lyrics by U2

Where did it all go wrong lyrics by U2

Near the Island lyrics U2 Deluxe achtung baby

Near the Island is an instrumental track from the Achtung Baby sessions. It has no lyrics !


Oh Berlin lyrics by U2

Oh Berlin lyrics U2

Heaven And Hell lyrics U2 from Achtung Baby session leftovers

Heaven And Hell lyrics U2 

From the Achtung baby recording sessions, Heaven and Hell was a non album track released along with Blow Your House Down to and Oh, Berlin to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the album. 

Heaven and Hell Lyrics by Bono

You used to think I was something special
You haven't thought that in a while
You liked the company of my inner devil
'Cause my inner devil could make you smile

Like an angel on some stained-glass
Not some relic from the recent past
With your pale breasts and your fresh wound
And your eyes to heaven with your hands bound

I thought you'd find me when you went looking
In truth, you'd have to be there to look around
How come the honeysuckle isn't sucking
And I got a bee sting walking on the ground

Did our brass bead become a mud bath
A dirty boy, dirty girl having a dirty laugh
I saw you coming, I had you covered
Till you discovered

That we're heaven, heaven, heaven and hell
Heaven, heaven, heaven, heaven and hell

Picnick table and a china cup
We had an airbed that was all stuffed
Now it's room 64 at the chateau
Ask the front desk where does your love go

Is it to heaven, heaven, heaven or to hell
Is it to heaven, heaven, heaven or hell
Baby, we're heaven, heaven, heaven, heaven and hell

Check out Down all the Day's lyrics as well!

Blow Your House lyrics U2

Blow Your House lyrics by U2

Blow Down Your House was released by Irish Rockers U2 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their classic album, Achtung Baby. The song was from the recording sessions of that album. It was released as part of a super dooper reissue of Actung Baby.

Burn Your House down features all the familiar sonic elements of Achtung Baby - Edge riffs, appeggios, slide guitar, backing vocals and lyrics that feature a woman as a central character that's being out of control - kind of like The Lady with the Spinning Head

Blow Your House Down Lyrics:

You've been along this road so many times
Nothing should be a surprise to you
Seen every premeditated crime
From every possible point of view

Why, if it's so wrong, does it feel so right?
Why, oh I've got your gun?
Do I want you tonight?

She, she's gonna blow your house down
She's gonna turn your head around
She's gonna blow your house down

What of chaos is the thing you crave
Is it the taste of self-inflicted pain
And what of losing is your drug of choice
Is it what keeps you coming back again

Why, if it's so wrong, does it feel so right

She, she's gonna blow your house down
She's gonna turn your head around
She's gonna blow your house down

She blow your house down
She's gonna turn your head around
She's gonna blow your house down

Run fast, fast as you can
Run fast, fast as you can
Fast, fast as you can
Run as fast, fast as you can
Fast as you can
Run as fast, fast as you can

The wave, it have its
She was saving it
What makes you think you can
Oh, they're craving
Deals for breaking
Your old devil's hands

She, she's gonna blow your house down
She's gonna turn your head around
She's gonna blow your house down

She gonna blow your house down
She's gonna turn your head around
She's gonna blow your house down

Q Magazine Achtung Baby U2 Lyrics Covers Song Lyrics



Q Magazine U2 Covers Song Lyrics from Achtung Baby

Q Magazine has arranged for a selection of fabulous artists to record an album of covers from U2's Achtung Baby. This is to celebrate the re-issue of U2's Achtung baby for the 20th Anniversary.

Here's the track list. Clicking on the song title will take you to the lyrics of the song.

"Zoo Station" visited by Nine Inch Nails
"Even Better Than the Real Thing" covered by U2 (Jacques Lu Cont Mix)
"One" performed by Damian Rice
"Until the End of the World" sung by Patti Smith
"Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses" broken in by Garbage
"So Cruel" recorded by Depeche Mode
"The Fly" swatted by Gavin Friday
"Mysterious Ways" moved by Snow Patrol
"Tryin' to Throw Your Arms Around the World" tackled to the ground by The Fray
"Ultraviolet (Light My Way)" lit up by The Killers
"Acrobat" riffed out by Glasvegas
"Love Is Blindness" monstered by Jack White

Glasvegas is apparently doing a song ....

List of U2 B-sides and Lyrics

List of U2 b-side songs


List of U2 B-sides and Lyrics



When a band records an album, they often have a selection of songs that don't make the final cut but they are good enough to be released in some form and historically they've been added as a B-side as support to the A-side of a single release.

U

2's B-sides offer a treasure trove of musical gems that, while not always in the spotlight like their hit singles, have garnered a significant following among fans and hold a special place in the band's extensive discography. These tracks often showcase U2's willingness to experiment and explore different musical terrains, providing a deeper look into their creative process and artistic range.

One of the most celebrated B-sides in U2's catalog is "The Three Sunrises," featured on the "Wide Awake in America" EP. This song, with its uplifting melody and evocative lyrics, captures the ethereal sound that U2 was experimenting with in the mid-1980s. Its spiritual undertones and atmospheric quality make it a standout track that resonates with the band’s signature style.

"Spanish Eyes," a B-side to "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For," is another fan favorite. This track exudes a more relaxed, romantic vibe, differing from the more politically charged songs of the "The Joshua Tree" era. Its melodic simplicity and heartfelt lyrics showcase a different facet of U2's songwriting, one that embraces love and intimacy.

"Sweetest Thing," originally a B-side to "Where the Streets Have No Name," later gained prominence when it was re-recorded and released as a single for the 1998 compilation album "The Best of 1980–1990." This song is known for its catchy melody and is reportedly written by Bono as an apology to his wife for missing her birthday. Its charm and sincerity have made it a beloved track among fans.

"Lady With the Spinning Head," the B-side to "The Fly," is notable for its energetic rhythm and experimental sound. This track is a fascinating listen as it contains elements that would later be developed into three other songs: "The Fly," "Ultraviolet (Light My Way)," and "Zoo Station," showcasing the band's creative process.

"Salomé," a B-side of "Even Better Than the Real Thing," is revered for its raw energy and rock-driven sound. This track captures the band's adventurous spirit during the early 1990s, a period marked by sonic experimentation and a departure from their earlier style.

"Hallelujah Here She Comes," a B-side to "Desire," is another notable mention. It blends blues influences with the band’s rock sensibilities, creating a track that is both soulful and dynamic.

U2's B-sides are not mere afterthoughts; they are an integral part of the band's musical journey. These tracks allow fans to explore the lesser-known aspects of U2's repertoire, offering a more comprehensive understanding of their artistic evolution. For many fans, these B-sides are not just additional songs but essential pieces that complete the U2 puzzle, showcasing the band’s versatility and depth.


U2 B-sides List - alphabetical


A Room at the Heartbreak Hotel
B-side on the 'Angel of Harlem' single released in December 1988.

Alex Descends Into Hell For A Bottle Of Milk / Korova 1
B-side on 'The Fly' single, October 1991.

Always
B-side on 'Beautiful Day' single, October 2000.

Are You Gonna Wait Forever
B-side on 'Vertigo' single, November 2004.

Ave Maria (Jacknife Lee Mix)
B-side on 'Sometimes You Can't Make it On Your Own' single, February 2005.

Beat On The Brat
From 'We're a Happy Family', a tribute album to The Ramones. February 2003.

Big Girls Are Best
B-side on 'Stuck in A Moment' single, January 2001.

"Boomerang II" from The Unforgettable Fire's Pride, September 1984.

Boy/Girl
A track on U2's very first single 'Three', October 1979.

Can't Help Falling In Love (Triple Peaks Remix)
B-side on 'Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses' single, August 1992.

Dancing Barefoot cover by Patti Smith
B-side on 'When Love Comes to Town' single, April 1989.

Deep In The Heart
B-side on 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For' single, May 1987.

Everlasting Love by Robert Night
B-side on 'All I Want is You' single, June 1989.

Fortunate Son by CCR
B-side on 'Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses' single, August 1992.

Hallelujah Here She Comes
B-side on 'Desire' single, September 1988.

Happiness is a Warm Gun (The Gun Mix) by John Lennon
B-side on 'Last Night on Earth' single, July 1997.

Holy Joe
B-side on 'Discothèque' single, February 1997.

Johnny Swallow
B-side on 'Fire' single, July 1981.

Lady with the Spinning Head
B-side on 'One' single, March 1992.

Love Comes Tumbling
B-side on 'The Unforgettable Fire' single, October 1984.

Luminous Times (Hold on to Love)
B-side on 'With or Without You' single, March 1987.

Neon Lights
B-side on 'Vertigo' single, November 2004.

North and South of the River
B-side on 'Staring at the Sun' single, April 1997.

Paint It Black (cover of the Rolling Stones)
B-side on 'Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses' single, August 1992.

Race Against Time
B-side on 'Where the Streets Have No Name' single, August 1987.

Salomé
B-side on 'Even Better Than the Real Thing' single, June 1992.

Satellite of Love a cover of the song by Lou Reed.
B-side on 'One' single, March 1992. U2 would againt visit Lou Reed's songs on The Million Dollar Hotel Soundtrack album.

Silver and Gold
B-side on 'Where the Streets Have No Name' single, August 1987.

Slow Dancing
B-side on 'Stay (Faraway, So Close!)' single, November 1993.

Spanish Eyes
B-side on 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For' single, May 1987.

Summer Rain
B-side on 'Beautiful Day' single, October 2000.

Sweetest Thing (The Single Mix)
Released as a single in 1997. Originally a b-side on 'Where The Streets Have No Name' single, 1987.

The Three Sunrises
B-side on 'The Unforgettable Fire' single, October 1984.

Touch
B-side on '11 O'Clock Tick Tock' single, May 1980.

Tower of Song
B-side on 'Window in the Skies' single, January 2007. From the movie 'Leonard Cohen: I'm your Man'.

Trash, Trampoline and the Party Girl
B-side on 'A Celebration' single, March 1982.

Treasure (Whatever happened to Pete the Chop)
B-side on 'New Year's Day' single, January 1983.

Two Shots of Happy, One Shot of Sad
B-side on 'If God Will Send His Angels' single, December 1997. Written by Bono and The Edge for Frank Sinatra to sing, he declined. Sinatra's daughter Nancy eventually gave it a shot.

Unchained Melody by made famous by The Righteous Brothers
B-side on 'All I Want is You' single, June 1989.

Walk to the Water
B-side on 'With or Without You' single, March 1987.

Where Did It All Go Wrong
B-side on 'Even Better Than the Real Thing' single, June 1992.

Mother of Pearl Lyrics by U2

Mother of Pearl Lyrics by U2

This is a place holder post in case U2 do actually release this song on Songs of Ascent.

The Sacred Heart of Malibu lyrics by U2

The Sacred Heart of Malibu lyrics by U2

This is a place holder post based on the chance that The Sacred Heart of Malibu will be released by U2

I'll Believe Her When She Sings lyrics by U2

'I'll Believe Her When She Sings' song lyrics by U2



This is a place holder post based on speculation this is a song name by U2. Mentioned in 2011, the song has never been heard of again. Possibly a song U2 worked on and then abandoned in favour of other tracks.

It could make an appearance on Songs of Experience but we doubt it.

Consider this a foot note in the song creation process.

U2 Songs of Ascent Lyrics

This album became Songs of Innocence

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Songs of Ascent Lyrics by U2

While not yet officially announced, Bono suggested that U2 were working on an album called Songs of Ascent. 

U2 has played a couple of unreleased songs on the 360 Tour and it's assumed these songs are from sessions that were intended for the new album (or were possibly left overs from No Line on the Horizon).


Every Breaking Wave
Glastonbury
North Star

No Line on the Horizon album song lyrics by U2

No Line on the Horizon lyrics by U2


No Line on the Horizon lyrics by U2


No Line on The Horizon was the follow up to How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb.

Featuring the odd first single choice of Get On Your Boots, the roaring Magnificent and the wonderful Unknown Caller, NLOTH was a strong effort from the band.

How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb lyrics by U2

How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb


How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb lyrics by U2 

HTDAAB was a great follow up to U2's 'comeback' album, All That You Can't Leave Behind.

Featuring the big hits of Vertigo and City of Blinding Lights, the album was another turn at the 'classic U2 sound' albeit with a slightly more rocky slant than it's predecessor. Winning 9 Grammy Awards and selling 9 million copies, U2's work won favour with fans and critics.

Lyrically the album has been said to be a consideration of world at the crossroads of its existence. Love and war, peace and harmony, and approaching death are strong lyrical themes.

Lyrics:


  1. Vertigo
  2. Miracle Drug
11. Yahweh

Bonus Track: Fast Cars

In case you where wondering how one does dismantle and atomic bomb, the answer is 'with love' as refered to in the song Fast Cars.

U2's B-Side "Spanish Eyes" lyrics

U2's "Spanish Eyes" b-side lyrics


U2's "Spanish Eyes" b-side lyrics


Spanish Eyes was the b-side to the very popular single from The Joshua Tree, I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For


The meaning in Bono's lyrics is suggestion that the Irish have Spanish heritage in their ancestry (whether DNA based or not). Bono is really making a simple love song with a focus on eyes, as is custom for many songs.

Spanish Eyes Lyrics


Hey, hey, baby hang on
Baby hang on

Hang to your heart
Beat tight like a drum set
Hang on to your love
See it shine like a song
Hey, hey, baby hang on

Our love it shines like rain
In those spanish eyes, spanish eyes

Hey, hey, here she comes
Comes in colours
You know she gonna turn the daylight on
Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you walk on me
And I need you
More than you need me
Our love, shines like rain
In those spanish eyes, spanish eyes

Across the world
For green and gold
It's those spanish eyes
That get me home
Home again

Hey, hey, baby hang on
Hey, hey, you know that
The night is young
Dazzled by lights that
Shine in your eyes
I'm standing in the shadows
And wait for the night
Forever in fever
Forever in heat
You pick me up to put me out on the street

Hey, hey, baby hang on, hang on
Hey, hey, baby hang on, hang on
Cause I love the way you talk to me
And I love the way you need me
And I need you

'All That You Can't Leave Behind' song lyrics by U2




'All That You Can't Leave Behind' album song lyrics by U2


Following the muddled experiment that was Pop (that's not to say it lacked good songs!), U2 returned to their 'classic' sound of bass, drums and guitar for All That You Can't Leave Behind.

This approach to songwriting won many U2 fans back and the album becoming their most successful in over a decade, selling over 12 million copies and winning a truck load of Grammy awards.

The album represents a lyrical journey that blends introspection, social commentary, and a return to the more straightforward rock roots that first brought the band into the limelight. The album, coming after the more experimental phases of the 1990s, can be seen as a reflection on life’s essentials – the things that truly matter and that we carry with us. The lyrics throughout the album are imbued with a sense of maturity, a contemplation of life’s deeper meanings, and a reconnection with their core values.

'All That You Can't Leave Behind' album song lyrics by U2.

Following the 911 attacks in America, the lyrics of the songs took on new meaning for many American U2 fans which contribute to the album's success.

U2's All That You Cant Leave Behind Lyrics 


1. "Beautiful Day"
2. "Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of"
3. "Elevation"
4. "Walk On"
5. "Kite"
6. "In a Little While"
7. "Wild Honey"
8. "Peace on Earth"
9. "When I Look at the World"
10. "New York"
11. "Grace"

UK, Australia and Japan bonus track

12. "The Ground Beneath Her Feet"


The album's opening track, "Beautiful Day," sets the tone with its optimistic outlook. The lyrics encourage finding beauty and hope in the midst of chaos and adversity, reflecting a theme of resilience and the ability to see the silver lining in every situation. This song, like much of the album, is a reminder of the power of perspective and the importance of appreciating life's simple pleasures.

In contrast, "Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of," inspired by the suicide of INXS frontman Michael Hutchence, deals with themes of regret and the pain of loss. The song acts as a hypothetical argument with a friend who's in a dark place, urging them to realize that their current struggles are not the defining moment of their life. It reflects the album's overarching theme of moving forward and finding redemption.

"Kite," another notable track, is laden with metaphors about change, loss, and letting go. It is often interpreted as Bono's reflection on his own mortality and the eventual need to let go of his children as they grow up. This song, like others on the album, balances personal introspection with universal themes, resonating with listeners at different stages of life.

"Walk On," dedicated to Aung San Suu Kyi and her struggle for freedom in Myanmar, is an anthem of perseverance and courage in the face of injustice. The lyrics, "You're packing a suitcase for a place none of us has been/A place that has to be believed to be seen," speak to the journey of faith and the belief in a better future, echoing the album's motif of hope and resilience.

In summary, "All That You Can't Leave Behind" stands out in U2's discography for its lyrical clarity and thematic depth. The album navigates through personal introspection, existential musings, and social commentary, all while maintaining a sense of optimism and forward motion. The lyrics encapsulate a period of reflection and reconnection for the band, offering insights that are both deeply personal and universally applicable.

The Million Dollar Hotel Soundtrack Lyrics by U2



The Million Dollar Hotel lyrics by U2 and other artists


The Million Dollar Hotel was a movie to which U2 and in particular Bono helped with the soundtrack. Featuring The Ground Beneath Her Feet and Lou Reed's Satellite of Love sung by Milla Jocovich, the soundtrack was a mix of U2 songs from the All You That You Can't Leave Behind recording sessions and muscial numbers peformed by The Million Dollar Hotel Band, including some guitar work by Daniel Lanois, a long time producer for U2.


The Million Dollar Hotel Soundtrack Lyrics:

1. "The Ground Beneath Her Feet"
2. "Never Let Me Go"
3. "Stateless"
4. "Satellite of Love"
5. "Falling at Your Feet"
6. "Tom Tom's Dream"
7. "The First Time"
8. "Bathtub"
9. "The First Time" (Reprise)
10. "Tom Tom's Room"
11. "Funny Face"
12. "Dancin' Shoes"
13. "Amsterdam Blue (Cortége)"
14. "Satellite of Love" (Reprise) 

Pop album lyrics by U2


Pop lyrics by U2


Pop was the U2 juggernaught kicking back into a high gear following the weirdness that was Original Soundtracks Vol 1.

Pop was U2 unashamedly trying to do something new again and saw them testing the waters of electronica.

While some people thought U2 took it too far, Pop produced the delightfully goofy Discotheque, the classic pop song of Staring at the Sun and the oft overlooked but perfectly judged Please (a song which covered the Irish Troubles).

It was yet another U2 album number one all around the world.

U2 Pop album song lyrics


At its core, "Pop" delves into the nuances of consumerism and technology's escalating influence, reflecting a world increasingly obsessed with materialism and media saturation. This is evident in tracks like "Mofo" and "Miami," where the band experiments with electronic sounds to underscore the dissonance between human connection and the superficiality of pop culture.

Simultaneously, the album grapples with spiritual disillusionment and the search for meaning in an era marked by rapid change and uncertainty, themes poignantly explored in songs like "Wake Up Dead Man" and "If God Will Send His Angels." 

U2's Pop Lyrics:


1. "Discothèque"
2. "Do You Feel Loved"
3. "Mofo"
4. "If God Will Send His Angels"
5. "Staring at the Sun"
6. "Last Night on Earth"
7. "Gone"
8. "Miami"
9. "The Playboy Mansion"
10. "If You Wear That Velvet Dress"
11. "Please"
12. "Wake Up Dead Man"

These tracks reveal a profound introspection, questioning the role of faith and morality in a world seemingly adrift. Furthermore, "Pop" doesn't shy away from exploring personal and existential angst, as heard in "Staring at the Sun" and "Gone," where the lyrics convey a sense of longing and existential questing amid the chaos of the modern world. 

The album's thematic richness, coupled with its innovative fusion of rock, dance, and electronic elements, showcases U2's willingness to challenge musical conventions and address the complexities of contemporary life, making "Pop" a reflective mirror of its time and a provocative commentary on the human condition.

Passengers Lyrics Original Soundtrack Vol 1 by U2



Original Soundtracks Vol 1 Lyrics by U2 / Passengers

If you fans had thought U2's grammy award wining Zooropa was experimental and weird, no one was prepared for the insanity that was Original Soundtracks Vol 1. U2 teamed up with Brian Eno and other artists to be known collectively as passengers to produce an album of weird and wonderful delights such as Your Blue Room and the very popular Miss Sarajevo.


Original Soundtracks Vol 1 lyrics

1. "United Colours"
2. "Slug"
3. "Your Blue Room"
4. "Always Forever Now"
5. "A Different Kind of Blue"
6. "Beach Sequence"
7. "Miss Sarajevo"
8. "Ito Okashi"
9. "One Minute Warning"
10. "Corpse (These Chains are Way too Long)"
11. "Elvis Ate America"
12. "Plot 180" Hypnotize
13. "Theme from The Swan"
14. "Theme from Let's Go Native"

Note songs 1 and 12,13,14 have no lyrics.

U2's Zooropa album song lyrics


Zooropa album lyrics by U2

I think Zooropa was the first U2 album I ever bought.

I vaguely recall having heard Numb on what was then called 93 FM and thinking it sounded pretty cool. Then on a trip later to Taupo with my Dad and brothers I saw a poster with all the song titles on it and it looked awesome and dangerous unlike say the Roxette album we listened to on the way to Taupo.

Soon after I bought the album and my musical journey with U2 began.

Anyways you didn't come here for the memories of a teenager, you came for the lyrics of Zooropa, a Grammy award winning album that featured a monotoned The Edge, an amazing vocal track by the late and great Johnny Cash and some fantastic Brian Eno keyboard magic on Lemon.

Zooropa was a quick companion piece of sorts to Achtung Baby. 

Lyrically, Zooropa expanded on many of the Achtung Baby tours' themes of media over-saturation, technology, and of course love.



U2's Zooropa lyrics:


1. "Zooropa"
2. "Babyface"
3. "Numb" (The Edge on lead vocal)
4. "Lemon"
5. "Stay (Faraway, So Close!)"
6. "Daddy's Gonna Pay for Your Crashed Car"
7. "Some Days Are Better Than Others"
8. "The First Time"
9. "Dirty Day"
10. "The Wanderer"

Extra for Experts


Hold Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me, Thrill Me was also written during the recording sessions for Zooropa, however it was considered to different from the other songs to warrant a place on the album and somehow it found its way onto the Batman Forever movie soundtrack.

The creative process for "Zooropa" was notably unconventional, as it largely took place during the breaks in the "Zoo TV Tour," which was itself a groundbreaking and highly theatrical production. This tour, with its multimedia extravagance, was a sensory overload, reflecting the band's fascination with the rapidly evolving media landscape and the post-Cold War cultural shifts. Immersed in this high-energy, technologically saturated environment, U2 began to experiment with new sounds and themes, leading to the creation of "Zooropa."

 The album is characterized by its experimental edge, incorporating electronic music elements and a more avant-garde approach compared to their previous work. This period of creativity was marked by a sense of immediacy and spontaneity, as the band took advantage of the touring momentum. They often recorded in makeshift studios set up in various locations along the tour, capturing the kinetic energy and chaotic spirit of the time. 

The result was an album that not only extended the aesthetic of "Achtung Baby" but also pushed the boundaries of U2's sound, reflecting the band's ongoing evolution and willingness to explore new artistic territories.

Themes of Zooropa's lyrics


The album is steeped in themes of technological saturation, media overload, and the existential disquiet of a rapidly changing world. It encapsulates the anxiety and excitement of an age increasingly dominated by television, advertising, and the burgeoning influence of the internet. This is vividly portrayed in tracks like "Zooropa" and "Numb," which lyrically and sonically capture the sensory overload of the media landscape. 

The album also delves into the uncertainties of European identity and unity in the post-Berlin Wall era, a theme poignantly explored in the song "Stay (Faraway, So Close!)," which juxtaposes personal longing with broader geopolitical changes. Moreover, "Zooropa" grapples with existential themes of doubt, disillusionment, and the search for meaning, particularly in songs like "The First Time" and "The Wanderer," featuring Johnny Cash. 

These tracks question traditional values and beliefs in a world increasingly defined by consumerism and superficiality. The album's experimental sound, blending rock with electronic and avant-garde elements, underscores its thematic exploration of disorientation and the search for authenticity in an age of overwhelming information and relentless change, making "Zooropa" a compelling snapshot of its time and a thought-provoking commentary on the human condition in the modern era.

Achtung Baby Lyrics by U2



Achtung Baby album Lyrics by U2



Achtung Baby is U2's crowning glory, their master piece that no band since 1991 has bettered, it is a modern day classic. Following the perhaps inevitable backlash against U2's Rattle and Hum, U2's sound on the album was unlike anything the band had ever produced before.

U2's previous records such as War and The Joshua Tree made lyrical statements about political and social issues. Bono's lyrics for Achtung Baby a realised a more personal and introspective which examined love, sexuality, spirituality, faith, and even betrayal with Until The End of the World being an obvious example.

Throughout "Achtung Baby," U2 not only reinvented their musical style but also delved into deeper, more introspective lyrical themes. The album’s exploration of personal and societal change, the complexity of relationships, and the impact of modern technology, resonates as much today as it did at the time of its release. Its lyrical quality reflects a band that is not afraid to confront the ambiguities and contradictions of the human experience, making "Achtung Baby" a seminal work in U2's discography.



The album opens with "Zoo Station," an audacious departure from U2's established sound, introducing listeners to the band's new sonic territory. The song's lyrics metaphorically represent a readiness to embark on a new journey, with references to transformation and reinvention. This theme of change is a thread that runs throughout the album, reflecting both personal and societal shifts.

"One," arguably the most famous track on the album, delves into themes of unity, conflict, and reconciliation. Its poetic lyrics have been interpreted in various ways, from a commentary on fractured relationships to a reflection on the band's near breakup. The song's universal appeal lies in its ambiguity, allowing listeners to find their own meaning in its words.

"Mysterious Ways" showcases the band's experimentation with dance rhythms, while its lyrics celebrate feminine mystique and the power of love and transformation. The song's vivid imagery, coupled with its upbeat tempo, creates a juxtaposition that highlights the complexity of relationships.

"The Fly," a song that presents a cacophony of sound and a persona that Bono adopted during live performances, is a commentary on the information overload of the modern world. Its rapid, spoken-word style verses and distorted sounds align with the song's message about the bombardment of media and technology.

"Acrobat," a lesser-known but equally compelling track, delves into the inner turmoil and hypocrisy that can exist within individuals. The song's raw emotional intensity, combined with introspective lyrics, makes it a standout on the album for its exploration of the human psyche.

"Love is Blindness," the closing track, is a haunting ballad that speaks to the pain and surrender of love. Its sparse, yet intense arrangement complements the song's exploration of love's darker, more obsessive aspects.

Rattle and Hum album lyrics by U2

Rattle and Hum album lyrics by U2


Rattle and Hum album lyrics by U2


Following on from the mega selling The Joshua Tree was seen as a tough act to follow - U2 were nearly up to the challenge with Rattle and Hum, an album with some killer songs like All I Want Is You and God Part II but as a whole it didn't quite have the same magic as The Joshua Tree.

That said the album produced plenty of hits of U2 and songs from Rattle and Hum still feature in most U2 concert set lists.

The album was intended to be a tribute to some musical legends and took a bluesy turn with Desire featuring a Bo Diddley inspired riff being played on Desire, blues maestro BB King featuring his own guitar work on Love Comes To Town and lyrics evoking memories of jazz legends Billie Holiday and Miles Davis and even John Lennon.

The album title, Rattle and Hum, is taken from a lyric from U2's own "Bullet the Blue Sky"

Rattle and Hum Lyrics

         

U2- The Unforgettable Fire album lyrics


'The Unforgettable Fire' album lyrics by U2


"The Unforgettable Fire," U2's fourth studio album, released in 1984, marks a significant shift in the band's musical and lyrical direction, showcasing a transition from the post-punk fervor of their early work to a more atmospheric and experimental sound. 

'The Unforgettable Fire' album lyrics by U2

With a more ambient or abstract sound than War, this album produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois, is notable for its ambient, texture-rich arrangements, which create a backdrop for some of U2's most evocative and introspective lyrics. 

This album diverges from the overtly political messaging of their earlier work in War and Boy, moving towards a more nuanced exploration of personal and historical themes. The title track, "The Unforgettable Fire," draws inspiration from the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, symbolizing the duality of human capability for both creation and destruction. This theme of duality extends to other tracks, such as "Pride (In the Name of Love)," which serves as a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. and the broader struggle for civil rights, blending personal heroism with collective historical memory.

The album frequently delves into the realm of the spiritual and the mystical, evident in songs like "A Sort of Homecoming" and "Bad," which convey a sense of longing, spiritual yearning, and the complex journey towards self-discovery and redemption. Moreover, "The Unforgettable Fire" explores the theme of romantic and existential angst, particularly in tracks like "Promenade" and "4th of July," where the lyrical ambiguity invites a multitude of interpretations.

The atmospheric production by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois plays a crucial role in shaping the album's ethereal and emotive quality, making "The Unforgettable Fire" a transformative work in U2's discography that balances introspection with broader, universal themes, resonating with listeners on a deeply personal level.


The Unforgettable Fire Lyrics

1. "A Sort of Homecoming"
2. "Pride (In the Name of Love)"
3. "Wire"
4. "The Unforgettable Fire"
5. "Promenade"
6. "4th of July" 
7. "Bad"
8. "Indian Summer Sky"
9. "Elvis Presley and America"
10. "MLK"

The album's title track, "The Unforgettable Fire," serves as a centerpiece for this exploration. Inspired by an art exhibit about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, the song reflects on the paradox of beauty and destruction, a theme that resonates throughout the album. Other tracks like "Pride (In the Name of Love)," one of U2's most renowned songs, delve into historical and sociopolitical territory, paying homage to Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of non-violent protest in the civil rights movement. 

This blend of the personal with the political is a hallmark of U2's songwriting, and "The Unforgettable Fire" exemplifies their ability to balance introspective lyrics with broader, universal themes.

Disappearing Act was a song that was released for the re-issue of The Unforgettable Fire in 2009.

Boy album lyrics by U2

U2's debut album "Boy," released in 1980, presents a vivid exploration of adolescence and the transition into adulthood, capturing the essence of youthful hope, confusion, and vulnerability. The album is imbued with themes of innocence and experience, a dichotomy that resonates through its lyrics and sound. 

In tracks like "I Will Follow," there is a palpable sense of loss and devotion, reflecting the emotional turmoil that often accompanies growing up. 

The song is said to be influenced by the death of Bono's mother, adding a layer of personal grief to the universal experience of maturation. The theme of searching for identity and purpose is prevalent throughout the album, notably in songs like "Out of Control" and "Twilight," where the lyrics convey a restless desire for meaning and belonging in a complex world. 

Boy


"Boy" also touches on the theme of societal expectations and the pressures faced by young people, as exemplified in "An Cat Dubh" and "Into the Heart," which delve into the darker, more introspective aspects of adolescence. The raw energy and emotional intensity of the album, combined with its exploration of these themes, not only defined U2's early sound but also resonated with a generation grappling with similar issues of identity, growth, and the challenges of coming of age.

Common lyrical themes among the album's songs are the thoughts and frustrations of adolescence which is not surprising as U2 were just a bunch of 20-something Irish lads when Boy came out!

Boy is probably best known for is classic tracks "I Will Follow" and The Electric Co.

Boy Lyrics:

1. "I Will Follow"
2. "Twilight"
3. "An Cat Dubh"
4. "Into the Heart"
5. "Out of Control"

Side two

1. "Stories for Boys"
2. "The Ocean"
3. "A Day Without Me"
4. "Another Time, Another Place"
5. "The Electric Co."
6. "Shadows and Tall Trees"

A question often asked about the album is, who is the boy on the cover? The answer is Peter Rowen. He went on to become a photographer.