He is referencing martyrs like MLK and Jesus. People who were killed because they led with love, fought without violence, and died in pursuit of equality. The one big mistake was saying King died in the "early morning, April 4". He actually was shot in the early evening and Bono does sing it correctly live in concert

"One man betrayed with a kiss" Jesus.It's about Martin Luther King

“Bad” was a legendary performance at Live Aid. Second only to Queen’s Live Aid performance.

One of the best song from U2 imo. That U2 era was the best.

Bono and The Edge always get the attention but Larry Mullen and Adam Clayton are the heartbeat in this song, that bottom end is just relentless. And credit has to be given to Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois for their production on this album. They really brought out the best in U2.

As incredible as Bono's voice is the true greatness in this song can only be realized by following the lyrics. Especially the reference to the Jesus sacrifice and the Martin Luther King assassination.

I need to be in the mood for U2. But no doubt about it, they produced a high quality sound. They earned their acolades. "Early morning. april 4. Shot rings out, in the Memphis sky". Great line.

A message about those who are willing to sacrifice themselves "in the name of love"; hence, the references to Jesus Christ & Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Most all of this great band's songs have deep messages. Thanks for your reaction.

2 songs, Sunday Bloody Sunday, which was the song that introduced me to them. And the rooftop performance of The Streets Have No Name. Both these videos are live performances. And feel certain yall will enjoy both.

Fun fact: Chrissie Hynde (lead singer of The Pretenders) sang backup on this song.

So many great live performances of U2 out there. Bono is voice is incredible

MY LETTER TO U2-1987 I saw you guys on the Joshua Tree tour in 1987 at MTSU-Middle Tennessee State University Saturday November 28th 1987. The Bodeans opened up for you. I remember at the time Larry had a crush on Wynonna Judd and she came out and sang a duo with Bono! I didn't have tickets to the show. A friend of mine drove us 3 hours from East Tennessee to see the show. We bought tickets at the box office for $18.50. We ended up 8th row center stage! I remember back then the band held back tickets for fans who were willing to make the drive and couldn't get tickets via phone or record store locations. Thanks again to Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr for making a special album and tour! I was 18 and had just graduated High School that year! All the Best! Gary Lagstrom

One of my favorite U2 songs, along with 'Sunday Bloody Sunday'. IMO, War and The Joshua Tree are their best albums. Really appreciate your reactions!

My absolute favorite U2 song! Every piece of it is perfection.

In what world these guys lived not knowing who u2 was

The title track to this album is absolutely sublime

“Pride” is a Tribute, to the late Martin Luther King Jr. “MLK.” The final verse of “Pride” says, Early morning, April 4 / Shot rings out in the Memphis sky / Free at last, they took your life / They could not take your pride. On April 4, 1968, King was fatally shot in Memphis, Tennessee on a motel balcony. In the song, Bono incorrectly sings early morning when the shooting actually took place at 6:01 p.m.

Great Band Great Song Great Vocals Great Songwriting Great Guitar Great Bass Great Drums That’s U2

Yes! Any U2 hits from the 1980s is a must and “Pride” is an excellent place to start. U2 Sunday Bloody Sunday-Live At The Red Rocks (1983) is so electrifying more so than the studio version. Anything off The Joshua Tree can’t go wrong. Great reaction 👏

This is definitely a song where you should have looked at the lyrics, at the least after the video when you expressed not really understanding what was being said. There's a reason so many requested this song, and it's because it's a powerful song and really what has made U2 to be considered a thoughtful and maybe even somewhat political group. Many do recognize the significance of the date mentioned, MLK's assassination. I guess maybe it could be interpreted as ballad, but it's not a ballad to romantic love but rather the love of those who sacrificed their lives for the good of humankind.

This is my childhood! My love of U2 is lifelong! ❤

Unforgettable fire..one of the best albums ever. Such a great group…so many memories

I notice Bono voice was more high register in around that year and younger. And then when 1987 Joshua Tree came out his voice became richer and thicker. Not as high register, but still soulful and powerful.

The lyrics "Early morning, April four, Shot rings out in the Memphis sky, Free at last, they took your life. They could not take your pride," refers to Martin Luther King's assassination. The entire song is a tribute to martyrs, from Jesus to a soldier on a barbed wire fence during a war, to being washed up on the beach on D-Day, and even being betrayed with a kiss. People often lose their lives in the name of love. For faith, country, and beliefs.

Edge's sonic layering on guitar is nothing short of brilliant!

I was fortunate to have seen U2, in a small club in NYC, before they blew up! My sister and I knew that they were going to be HUGE.

The April 4 reference is about the assassination of Martin Luther King in 1968. The man betrayed with a kiss is Jesus.

Been listening to U2 since their debut. This a band of emotion. Socially conscious. Bono's voice digs into you. I recommend One. It may hurt a bit, but love can hurt. I think it's his best voice from within.

This song is about people who have died trying to change the world for the better. The final verse is specifically about MLK. Bono had a powerhouse voice in the 80's. It mellowed with age in the 90's but still was still amazing to me. 🥰

April 4th plus Memphis Sky equals death of a Peaceful Man RIP Martin Luther King…

If you want to delve more into the early U2 I would recommend either "New Year's Day" or "Sunday Bloody Sunday". Bloody Sunday is especially great as it is about one of the worst events during the "Troubles" in the North. There is also a great duet with Bono and The Corrs called "When the Stars Go Blue" you should check out kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iN9oo9iJyJ24pGg.html

do their official video for their song Where The Streets Have No Name. btw this song is about Ghandi, Jesus and MLK

Crazy that Bono was only 24 here…what a powerful and mature voice! Like a man who had lived lifetimes already. The rest of the guys really compliment it so well. Edge with his tone and use of effects has always been a highlight plus his voice goes so well with Bono’s. Then you have the rhythm section which is always perfect on every song. Never too much and always enough. Great band!

U2 has such a magical way of making these absolutely euphoric songs with all four members just creating such a soundscape with every single section. Then they have their rockers like Desire and Vertigo where it’s a totally different vibe with each of those yet it’s still U2

The song is about people who came into the world to bring words of reconciliation and died for it Jesus, MLK, etc. "One more time in the name of love".

Bono, and the rest of the guys were in their twenties' then this was recorded and this video was made, in Ireland!!!

Started off, “one man,” but became, “want more.”

U2 = the most successful christian rock band ever!!!! 🤔🎶👍

Fantastic band even at live aid when bono jumped off stage to help 2 girls getting crushed , and the band played on till he climbed back on stage ❤❤❤

the conviction in his face when he sings the main lyrics soo profound!!

This was a baby face Bono for sure and you are right, he had some powerful vocals. U2 is an Irish rock band from Dublin, formed in 1976. The group consists of Bono (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), The Edge (lead guitar, keyboard, backing vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar), and Larry Mullin Jr. (drums & percussion). This song "Pride is the second track from their 1984 album called "The Unforgettable Fire" Here's another song, if interested. "U2 - Angel Of Harlem (Official Music Video)" This song that I suggested is from their 1988 album called "Rattle and Hum" Really fun reaction, thanks for sharing Peace out~

The early U2 is really good.

Bono’s tribute to his late dad, Sometimes You Can’t Make It On Your Own, is incredibly beautiful and emotional.

My wife talked me into going to a U2 concert a while back. She's a big fan, while I am not. Still, I have to admit that they put on a great show. It was during their 360 Tour, I want to say in 2017? Big stadium show... and I've been to some wild stadium shows. But it was a good time (though, no mosh pits.... but to be fair, I'm too old and disabled to join in one anymore). I still can't get her to go to a Doro Pesch concert.... speaking of, there's someone you guys should do a reaction to. The Queen of Metal, herself: Doro Pesch. She's from Germany, and has a huge following everywhere except the US. Here, it's sort of a small but very dedicated fanbase. I've met her several times, and she is a great person. Very fan friendly, and I'm friends with her drummer, Johnny Dee.

Hi guys, if you have yet to figute it out, the song is, mostly, about Martin Luther King Jr. The opening lne refers to Jesus being betrayed with a kiss. Thers are lines that compare kings peaceful method of protest, to Malcolm Xs more militant methods. .,. towards the end of song there is line about the assassination of King....april 4, shot rings out in the Memphis sky.,...Aparantly, the inspiration cane from a visit to his museum in Chicago. 🙂. Keep going with u2. More earlier stuff, new years day, sunday bloody sunday. Songs protestiong war in northern Ireland 🙂

Bono’s vocal range is immense. Their concerts are an experience even now. I’d recommend doing a review of all I want is you into where the streets have no name from their U2 go home concert(slane castle) and bullet the blue sky from their innocence tour in Paris. Actual chills

Rattle and Hum must watch!!!! Get in the U2 rabbit hole!!! Achtung Baby one of my favorite albums!!! U2 is the perfect band!!

My personal favorite Rock n Roll band of all time

Lots to explore with U2. Socially conscious band with meaningful lyrics that you need to explore. Bono has a lot of range. It’s so funny to hear someone say they have never heard bono sing like this, because he has been singing like this for decades on a massive global stage. This song has an easy and clear MLK reference. As they are Irish, they sing about the troubles as well.

Absolutely great song with amazing lyrics.

Early U2. This is more raw than their later material. They all look so young.

Saw U2 in Yankee Stadium back in 1992...... Best concert I ever attended. Section roped off next to us reserved for JFK Jr. and his girlfriend. They were really cool passing the doobies our way LoL!!...

The lyrics are extremely powerful. You should have them handy with the song as the music and message present as one strong message.

I am still a U2 fan all these years later from when tgey first started 💥

Best u2 period is the 80s and pride is, awesome❤❤❤❤❤❤

Hi Guys have been a U2 for decades an I grew up with them in the 80's this Album the Unforgettable Fire was different than their other's and there are many good songs on it well worth a listen. Cheers.

U2 forever😊❤❤❤hello from Austria

You folks should watch U2’s All I Want is You / Where the Streets Have No Name - LIVE at Slane Castle. These two songs and the awesome transition really high lite Bono’s vocal range and strength, and of course the 3 band members and their amazing playing. I think you’ll both be blown away, and it’s LIVE.

The bass player sounds great

U2 had toured extensively in the early 80's. They certainly paid their dues. I would recommend The Electric Co from Dortmund Germany 1984, or Bad from the same concert.

Early evening April 4, shot rings out in the Memphis sky! Amazing song, Bono (the singer) sings a lot of lyrics “ad lib”

Hey guys have a look at red rocks live from 1983 .that concert was the start of a lifetime of amazing live performances around the globe .

The combination of sad/deeply meaningful lyrics with uplifting anthemic instrumentals is a powerful one. Other examples that spring to mind are Metallica song One, or many songs on the latest Foo Fighters album (Rescued, Under You, The Teacher).

The song came out in 1984 in the Unforgettable Fire Album. You should listen to their earlier albums...just raw.

sunday bloody sunday is a must!

Our favorite deep cut is "Drowning Man" from the War album. Inspiriational atmospherics and perhaps the best performance ever by Bono.... One Man come in the name of love....one Man betrayed by a kiss.... By the way Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders is singing the lower harmony on the chorus.

Great voice! I love the album Under a Blood Red Sky! ❤️

Incredible band ❤

Nice reaction! This song is a real 'crowd pleaser' live, with 80,000 people singing the "oh-oh-oh"s at the end.

This whole song is all about the message. That is the reason why Bono's voice is so strong and passionate. This is the message about fighting for the right cause despite of all the attrocities and wrongdoings that are going on in this world. I is a very powerful message.

Can you imagine walking through this world with a KZfaq channel that reviews music and not knowing who U2 is?

It will help to research the content of the song prior to listening. It’ll benefit the appreciation of songs. There’s other reactors who do that and it creates a better experience for you and your viewers.

WOW SO YOUNG!!

One of my favorite all time songs! Such great meaning as well.

Anything off of War is great, Sunday Bloody Sunday is a must! New Years Day too, and I do enjoy I Threw A Brick Through A Window too lol but its on October, such a great band, seen them many times live ❤

their first 6 albums ( in my opinion) were phenomenal! and it's not like there other albums weren't "i bought them to"

In powerful music, lyrics are important.

Best live band everrrrrrrrr

Not only is he referencing MLK & Jesus, he’s also referencing a few others. The man caught on the barbed wire fence was a German civilian, trying to get from East Germany to West Germany, to be with his family, and was left to die, bleeding on the fence & soldiers would not help him. The man who washed up on the shore, and others. But that chilling ending about MLK gets me every time! 💜

Bloody Sunday is another great u2 track

The Unforgettable Fire album by U2 is a classic followed by The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby!! Thanks for the awesome reaction video!! Keep up the great work, always enjoy your videos on your channel

U2 "I Will Follow" "Mysterious Ways" "New Year's Day" "Two Hearts Beat As One"

It was all about MLK and why because of he was assassinated, he still did not lose his pride. Pride for what you are doing remains always, regardless of whether you are alive or not.

Lady of Harlem is a great song! Thanks for your attention!

This song is about Jesus, MLK, Gandhi. It comes from the Unforgettable Fire album and is imo one of their best album. There's a song called MLK on it that you shlould listen and the title track is a gem.

On September 29th, U2 will "inaugurate" the structurally unique The Sphere in Las Vegas and will mainly play the songs from Hoffnung Baby 1991 there until the end of the year. PS MLK was sung; maybe you should listen to the whole song first before worrying too much. U2 in the 80's was awesome; this song was the first US hit single, just a musical and lyrical facet of U2. P.S Live Aid 1985 the song package Sunday, Bloody Sunday+Bad👍; you would be amazed!✌

This was about Martin Luther King. Also, Bono the lead singer a lot became a pastor/priest in his youth.

Sunday Bloody Sunday is a powerful song❤

Their are 2 very important videos y’all should react to: U2 - One U2 & Mary J Blige - One A whole different sound and soul-binding.

This song is from U2's 3rd studio album, The Unforgettable Fire. It was their first big hit in the US. You should see their live set from Live Aid - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/irB2mpWZlbOtkmw.html - You'll see at one point Bono jumps down to the security area. He did so because from where he was standing, he could see, but security could not, that 3 women were in danger of being crushed by the crowd. It was at a point where he wasn't holding a mic, and security couldn't hear him, so he jumped down to tell them what he'd seen, and they were able to save the women. One was crying, and so Bono spun her into a dance to protect her privacy from the paparazzi until she could get herself together. The rest of the band just continued playing, not having any clue what he was doing, and they were pissed at him until they found out what had happened, later. At the time, all they knew was that they missed out on playing Pride, their hit song, because the extended version they did of the song they were on when he jumped down, Bad, took so long that their set time ran out. But their performance put them on the map for good; Queen's set at Live Aid was the best of the day, without question, but U2's was a very close second.

I can always tell U2's sound when I hear The Edge's guitar. Then Bono's voice comes in, great and powerful. They have to be in the top 10 bands.

Legendary song about Jesus and MLK. And, this was U2’s debut album! Very important fact with U2 … Their Lyrics!

Gotta hear "When Love Comes to Town!"

Great reaction as usual, but I'd definitely consider reading up a little on songs you're about to listen to just so you understand the deeper meaning behind some of the lyrics, especially with U2 songs.

As stated MLK. Early morning April 4. Shot rings out in the Memphis sky.

❤gracias u2 por tu música 🎶 saludos desde Argentina

vocalist Bono= Paul Hewson, guitarist The Edge= Dave Evans.

My favorite U2 songs are "I Will Follow," "New Year's Day" and "With or Without You."

Definitely do 'One'. Possibly their most meaningful lyrics. Or for something quite different, 'The Fly'

Unfortunately MLK was shot on my 1st birthday April 4 1968 so this song kinda hits me deep in the feels especially being a southern boy {Georgia DAWG} & what was going on here back then ✌💖☮