FIRST TIME HEARING U2 - With Or Without You REACTION

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FIRST TIME HEARING U2 - With Or Without You REACTION
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@VicMikesvideodiary Жыл бұрын

This is the song that really made the band superstars. The whole Joshua album is really good. " see the stone set in your eyes, see the thorn twist in your side." Great lyrics.

@dantonliam Жыл бұрын

I think he missed the meaning behind the lyrics on this one.

@rickgentile4956 Жыл бұрын

Yeah U2 already broke through before this, but this shattered all doubts

@artcordova6399 Жыл бұрын

One Tree Hill is my favorite from this album.

@paulwagner688 Жыл бұрын

Unforgettable Fire and War are what made them global superstars.

@billmittenzwey3021 Жыл бұрын

This was definitely my intro to U2 when it came out. I was 16. It didn’t take long to find Sunday Bloody Sunday though. Still, when I think of U2 this probably pops in my head first. Probably the cannon in d base part.

@jennhurl Жыл бұрын

U2 + Gospel Choir singing "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For " is my favorite song of all time.

@chrissynovful Жыл бұрын

I was about to suggest that ! I feel like I’ve been to church every time I play it

@musiclistsareus1029 Жыл бұрын

That is a great performance

@jennhurl Жыл бұрын

@@chrissynovful it's actually a gospel song 🎵 you're right! It's U2 taking you to church.

@JimboJones99 Жыл бұрын

What about "Accidentally Kelly Street" by Frente

@traitoR142 Жыл бұрын

I spent my whole life looking and never found it, such a small thing to want in life, to be loved.

@MrSwitzerland1234 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the best songs EVER WRITTEN! I agree with Amber! His vocals are so haunting ! I love Bono’s voice!

@bruceolie8644 Жыл бұрын

The whole album is a masterpiece.

@drakulkacz6489 Жыл бұрын

Yes. You can play it and close your eyes and just feel it.

@paulharrison6417 Жыл бұрын

then they went crap!

@caoilte8097 Жыл бұрын

To me this is a tired and boring album. Their earlier stuff is better

@jjm3974 Жыл бұрын

To me, this is one of the truly, great albums of the decade...

@ST1973 10 ай бұрын

@@paulharrison6417 Nope, Achtung Baby is also one hell of the album

@MrEriczamorez Жыл бұрын

"Where the Streets Have No Name" probably is the song that really makes you feel what life is.

@jennhurl Жыл бұрын

That's my driving song - windows down on our long country roads.

@MrEriczamorez Жыл бұрын

@@jennhurl and THAT is how it makes you feel! Like driving really fast, windows down, wind in your hair, and like endless possibilities! Infinity...

@SuperWhofan1 Жыл бұрын

Yes, the live video of them playing on the roof

@user-or1ye3iz6d Жыл бұрын

Original video 🙌

@dv3507 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!

@PressStartOnce Жыл бұрын

How do you not love this song.. like seriously.

@widhady 10 ай бұрын

this song so beautiful,pourin my tears down

@allaccordingtoplan5560 8 ай бұрын

By working at Walgreens long enough lol

@StephenGoddard-MiisterSpiice 8 ай бұрын

More to the pont how can't you.

@jeremybaumeister215 Жыл бұрын

That guitar riff at the end could just go on forever. The Edge is a seriously underrated guitarist.

@carlcady4008 11 ай бұрын

Criminally underrated!

@GaryCeaseGhostWolf 7 ай бұрын

Could not agree more, he's up there with the top echelon 🎸

@stevenewcomer8837 4 ай бұрын

The Edge had his trademark way of playing guitar. Everyone wanted to play like Eddie Van Halen. He wanted to be The Edge.

@cdr_902 3 ай бұрын

That's why i love either the Rattle and Hum version or Live in Paris version... the riff goes on and on, and the larry mullen hard hitting drums and Bono's Shine like a star snippet just all works together to make this masterpiece even better.

@henrick589 Ай бұрын

Yes. The band wanted to keep an anti-solo ending and instead go on a more subtle feeling, like an haunting loop. The Edge could have go all out, but choose not to. In my sense its more powerful. Almost like a feeling you keep inside

@pattyestrada6 Жыл бұрын

This is one of their most iconic songs, one of my top favorite of theirs for sure. Thank you Amber for really appreciating this gem of a song. “Pride (In The Name Of Love)” and “Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” are some of my other favorites.

@herobreaker9011 Жыл бұрын

You just mentioned both of U2's absolute BEST songs!

@JRcomments Жыл бұрын

Pride is what I remember that really put U2 on the map.

@kurtpflegl9724 Жыл бұрын

I agree 100% with these two selections. I would add Mysterious Ways for Jay to have a more energetic song to jam with, as well as Where the Streets Have No Name for the same reason.

@shilohbozant3993 Жыл бұрын

I still havent found from Rattle and Hum is next level

@JRcomments Жыл бұрын

@Wilt Chamberlain is the GOAT I never heard of U2 until The Unforgettable Fire was released. Pride played on the radio. After that took off is when U2 gained radio traction. Only after that did I hear other songs such as Sunday Bloody Sunday, New Years Day, and other songs from their first 3 albums before The Unforgettable Fire. I am sure they were popular from the start in other areas of the world but that is what I remember in High School. 1984.

@Cheshirecat-nx9zn Жыл бұрын

Another great song off The Joshua Tree Album. The whole album rocks. ❤

@btgiv6009 Жыл бұрын

They should really listen to two particular sequential Joshua Tree tracks to get U2's range: "Bullet the Blue Sky" & "Running to Stand Still". Both beautiful in completely different ways.

@RonPower Жыл бұрын

Red Hill Mining Town is a real forgotten gem as well. That's really my favorite U2 song to be honest, which is saying a lot.

@Maxlicore 3 күн бұрын

Particularly for me, I love when Bono says “and you give yourself away.” It is a very personal and powerful lyric at least to me.

@hellokimmy68 Жыл бұрын

Every time I hear this song, I'm back to being an 18 years old, sitting in my dorm room freshman year in college, pining over a guy from one of my art classes. And it always brings a happy/melancholy tear to my eyes.

@petercourtien4581 Жыл бұрын

Jay doesn’t like U2. 5 songs into their U2 journey. You either get it or you don’t. This song is a masterpiece.😊❤️

@chetcarman3530 Жыл бұрын

J would much rather be watching football maybe with rap as halftime show.

@maximillianford9301 Жыл бұрын

Cap. He liked One and he enjoyed SBS too. Not everyone has to like all of their hits. He'd love Still Haven't Found

@Rage_Harder_Then_Relax Жыл бұрын

@@maximillianford9301 LOL...Nobody says you have to ...🙄

@Faltor895 Жыл бұрын

I wasn't that crazy about this song either. I always thought it was cheap emotion.- the dramatic vocals, the long chords... Prince said that he could write songs like this if he wanted to. On the other hand, I thought Achtung Baby was one of the greatest rock albums of all time.

@raymondmassie4898 Жыл бұрын

@@Faltor895 this song has to be heard live to be fully appreciated. They extended the song, Edge shreds the guitar and Bono adds extra lyrics - it’s spine chilling when heard live

@journeyCD Жыл бұрын

with or without you is a rock ballad.....this song made them the band thwey are today....their best album is arguably The Joshua Tree.....they were considered to be the biggest band of the 80s and 90s....Bono is still worth 700 million pounds today i believe

@chl6542 Жыл бұрын

I actually think it's really cool that Jay gave his honest opinion, "it's just alright" is a perfectly valid response.. Hey, if you're not feelin it, you're not feelin it! At least we know it's his real reaction to the songs. :)

@nt3833 Жыл бұрын

You’ve got a point there

@j.a.c.7703 Ай бұрын

Although I disagree - how can you ignore the ever soaring raspy vocals???? If you’re not feeling it and you say so, that’s your honest assessment and to be respected

@mikenastasi8927 Жыл бұрын

U2 is1 of the few bands that never broke up and consists of all original members. Their 1st album came out in 1980 but they've been playing together since they were teenagers in high school in the 70's. In fact, Bono is still married to his high school girlfriend from when they were 16.

@jamiedianne6778 Жыл бұрын

This track was from their “Joshua Tree” album. Two other must listen tracks are “Still Haven’t Found What I’m looking For” and “Where the Streets Have No Name” ❤

@laruencegiessman5593 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!!!!!

@btgiv6009 Жыл бұрын

There hardly a track on that album that isn't must-listen. "Running to Stand Still", "One Tree Hill", "Red Hill Mining Town", "In God's Country", and "Trip Through Your Wires" are all so good.

@kimberlinibambini1988 Жыл бұрын

Aw man! Y’all gotta do their song “Still haven’t found what I’m looking for.” MASSIVE hit like this one. Also, there’s a LIVE version of this one.. he pulls a girl out of the audience and they lay side by side on their backs..he’s beautifully singing and she’s mouthing the words. He’ll look over at her here and there.. Tears are streaming and you KNOW this girls heart is about to burst! AND she’ll never forget it..I wish I could remember the exact year and performance.. y’all REALLY should check it out- I’m sure plenty of folks in the comments will know the performance immediately- My memory ain’t what it used to be..🤦🏻‍♀️ ok, J just said it was just alright for him.. now you just gotta check out that SPECIFIC live performance 👆🏻with the girl onstage. And the bass line in “Still haven’t found what I’m looking” for is one I think you’ll both enjoy..J- The official video for it is really good as well.

@stewartreid2528 Жыл бұрын

Great song and video. My favorite part of the video is when Bono gets trolled by a kid wearing an Alarm t-shirt. A band they toured together with and very good friends of theirs. Reminds me of Mike Peters of the Alarm trolling them at Live Aid with a flag during the song "Bad."

@capehARTlines Жыл бұрын

boston 2001. awesome vid.

@461vageta Жыл бұрын

I don't think they know what a hit is.

@marniethedyslexic6445 Жыл бұрын

I agree I love that song.❤️✌️🌼

@jenniferneuensmorgan9272 Жыл бұрын

I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For is in actuality a gospel hymn. Beautiful song.

@paddypower5965 Жыл бұрын

Not every song has to be 1000 beats per minute to be good. This is a great song

@UniversalMokenTroll Жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@analogblues Жыл бұрын

Exactly! I wonder if Jay gave it a couple more listens he might appreciate the greatness of this song.

@UniversalMokenTroll Жыл бұрын

@@analogblues No. If Stevie Nicks or Barry Gibb sang it, maybe 😂,

@donna25871 Жыл бұрын

It’s 120 beats per minute.

@joesmith8725 Жыл бұрын

U2 is alternative rock, new wave, post-punk. Much like Inxs, The Cure, Echo and The Bunnymen, Depeche Mode, etc. They were hard to classify, but fall under those umbrellas. Dance rock type of music. These groups have been for along time. '90s, '90s and '00s. Modern groups like Arcade Fire, Coldplay, Bloc Party, The Verve, etc too. As for ballads. It can be from any type of musical genre. R&B, rap, rock, hard rock/metal, soft rock, folk rock, , punk, new wave, alternative/indie, country, freestyle music, pop, etc. It just a slower emotional (mainly love, interpersonal, introspective,, etc ) songs.

@EricHenning Жыл бұрын

Amber gets it. So much emotion and they’re like a different band with each song. Seeing U2 live in concert is like going to the best church you ever imagined. I saw them right after 9/11 at the Baltimore Arena and it was just a big emotional experience.

@DorkThink Жыл бұрын

That was a spiritual experience... Saw the concert before 9/11, and they can't back to town months after. Saw them again and I cried and cried. They're so... Yes. It's a spiritual experience. ✨

@loadedorygun Жыл бұрын

There are actually multiple churches (or were) that use U2 explicitly and call it the “U2charist”

@Scary__fun Жыл бұрын

The guy always complains about "slow" songs because he doesn't listen to lyrics and emotion. Music is not just about beats.

@scapito Жыл бұрын

💯

@elegantirony78 Жыл бұрын

When Love Comes To Town is a collaboration between B.B. King & U2. You two will love it ( pun intended)

@sonnyjames8922 Жыл бұрын

The first time I saw this video was at around 11:30 PM back in 1987. NBC had a show called Friday Night Videos. It made me want to buy the Joshua Tree album.

@hottramp 3 ай бұрын

One of my favourite songs ever! The slow build, the emotion in the vocal and the beautiful way the instruments support but never overshadow the nuances of the melody. An exquisitely crafted piece of art. U2 at their finest. 40 years on it still gives me the same chills as the first time I heard it.

@vetti2u Жыл бұрын

This is one of U2's Top 5 best songs in my humble opinion! The more you listen to it, the better you're likely to love this song!

@bigjoe330 Жыл бұрын

This song is just about as perfect as a song can get. Beautifully arranged. Amazing vocals. Impeccable instrumentation. The video is even stunning. Amber....you always seem to get it ! ♥️♥️♥️

@williamharris5598 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree! Amber, you rock!

@eze8608 Жыл бұрын

Agreed!! ❤

@analogblues Жыл бұрын

Yes!!! I'm so glad Amber appreciated this song's greatness and beauty.

@danewilliams3552 Жыл бұрын

Amber always has the groove, she just always feels the 🎶

@martycrimmins3214 Жыл бұрын

U2 is a band that has evolved throughout their history which has spanned decades. Some of the songs you should check out are "Gloria", "Pride (In The Name Of Love)", "New Years Day", "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For". The list goes on and on!

@marinergal2810 Жыл бұрын

Gloria!

@MarkChappell1 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite all time songs. When the guitar picking comes in before the first chorus it gives me chills every time. So emotional.

@lizmarch4000 Жыл бұрын

me too

@Mainecoonlady. Жыл бұрын

Cannot believe there is anyone who hasn’t heard this song. The album Joshua Tree was 1987 Grammy Album of the Year. They beat Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Prince that year. Any song on that album is stunning. Although they are a rock band, it’s not traditional 80s hard rock. But they started a theme of putting meaning back into rock songs. Not just sex, drugs and R&R. They were also very active in finding peace in Ireland. So their fame was not just music but activism as well. Still today. Oh and in this video, F.I.N.E young guys.

@dv3507 Жыл бұрын

Agree‼️ 💯%

@priestpega Жыл бұрын

If you were a young person in 1987 and didn't had the Joshua Tree album, you were weird. 😆

@CuttinEJ Жыл бұрын

This is pure Irish passion. Probably their greatest accomplishment along with Where The Streets Have No Name. Gets straight to the point and builds to a crescendo where he literally cries music. That’s what a broken heart must sound like. Much love. ❤

@granthosier8518 Жыл бұрын

Where the Streets Have No Name is my favorite. Just hard driving rock.

@peterhopqk Жыл бұрын

Well described. The organ/synth/guitar opening is beautiful.

@TreVader1378 Жыл бұрын

I'd say One has more passion, but that's because I'm an Actung baby over the Joshua tree, all day long, J T has no songs as good as ultraviolet.

@melissakondek6370 Жыл бұрын

@@TreVader1378 I’ve always loved Achtung Baby as well, it’s my 2nd fave after Joshua Tree. My fave song on that album is “Who’s Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses?” 🥰

@TreVader1378 Жыл бұрын

@@melissakondek6370 yeah that's a good one, and so cruel, but my favourites are the last three.

@DocRock71 Жыл бұрын

"Pride (In the Name of Love)", inspired by the death of Rev Martin Luther King Jr, is one of U2s most powerful songs and would be a great choice for February's Black History month.

@t.walker7928 Жыл бұрын

Ok. Jay, "Pride (In the Name of Love)" is the best U2 song, my favorite song of all time.

@juniorvega42 Жыл бұрын

Pride is my favorite U2 song. Second is Sunday Bloody Sunday

@Kim-dm4yb Жыл бұрын

It's my absolute favorite song of U2 and overall just a beautiful tribute to MLK Jr. This should have been the first song they reacted to by U2. I just think U2 should have done a better music video to it...there was no photos or video of MLK and a truly lame video for such a fantastic song

@Kim-dm4yb Жыл бұрын

@@juniorvega42 you me too!

@tristramcoffin926 Жыл бұрын

Black history is American history. There shouldn't be a black history month. It is patronizing and insulting.

@lttlejordan23 Жыл бұрын

"With or Without You" is such a good song. One of U2's best! But it's really not a ballad. At its heart is in-fact about a romantic relationship, but it has turned sour and the subject is at odds with what to do or how to proceed. They can't live with the relationship, but also can't live without it. Much deeper when you truly dive into the lyrics. "See the stone set in your eyes, see the thorn twist in your side", "Sleight of hand and twist of fate, on a bed of nails she makes me wait" and "Through the storm we reach the shore, you give it all but I want more". Ballads are more about the love and getting it back, not fighting it. So it's essentially just an emotionally poised song. That said, the entire Joshua Tree album is excellent. Along with this song, there is also "Where the Streets Have No Names" and "I Still Haven't Found What I Am Looking For" (personal favorite) They are also incredible live.

@Josephshmosepf Жыл бұрын

How does a self-professed base guy not totally dig this song?? Most puzzling reaction ever.

@manueldumont3709 Жыл бұрын

The poetry went-Over, his head . 🤔🥺🤨

@dv3507 Жыл бұрын

I was also puzzled by this reaction. I think Jay was lost in trying to fit their sound in a box, rather than just appreciating the music.

@Liofa73 Жыл бұрын

Base? Bass?

@chetcarman3530 Жыл бұрын

Amber's not just a "bigger U2 fan" than J, she's a bigger "Music" fan!

@jodyjackson5475 Жыл бұрын

Well he’s a ‘(c)rap fan…so no surprise she would be 🤷🏻‍♀️

@louisb5563 Жыл бұрын

She's our "Rock Chick"👍🏻😃

@Ramjetwarrior Жыл бұрын

J., are you kidding me? This song is quintessentially U2. Mega hit for them! If you don't like this song...alot! When will you ever be a TRUE REAL music fan. C'mon man! In the pantheon of great songs this one is up near the TOP!!! I mean just imagine the conundrum of the words 'with or without you'. The angst and torture of the soul trying to come to a decision for your future when faced with such a choice. Perhaps you're not as wise as I'd hoped you would be. Ask Amber, I'll bet she understands. Peace out!

@operative2136 Жыл бұрын

The thing about U2 is their style has gone through more than a few different transformations over the years. Heck, when they first started out they were almost a punk band. This particular album came out in the late 80's (around 87 or so if memory serves correctly) and it was arguably their first solid commercial success and the album that really exploded them into the public consciousness.

@jefffogertymusic2023 Жыл бұрын

Next really must be " I STILL HAVENT FOUND WHAT IM LOOKING FOR " the ORIGINAL album version. Just stunning.

@marqetteliz Жыл бұрын

Heard this song a thousand times and it never fails to touch me. Could hear it a thousand more and not tire of it. The Edge makes this song ethereal.

@mcad1981 Жыл бұрын

Ethereal is the perfect word

@joshdahl4114 Жыл бұрын

From “Where The Streets Have No Name” to “Mothers Of The Disappeared”, The Joshua Tree is by far the greatest album U2 has written IMO! Fun Fact: I have a tattoo on my back of The Joshua Tree they used on their album!!

@GinaGeeILuvu Жыл бұрын

U2 is definitely an iconic band! I love them and I love this song from the album, The Joshua Tree (1987), which I have on vinyl! Bono’s voice is an emotional roller coaster!! A ballad is a slower sentimental or romantic song, doesn’t have to be a rock song! There are R&B ballads, Country ballads, Folk ballads, etc!❤❤

@dellblackman4565 Жыл бұрын

This song is a soulful, heartfelt, and timeless classic! A ballad is a slower, moving song (like this one) that often tugs on your heartstrings. It's a type of song that can be blues, rock, country, etc., and is not relegated to a specific genre.

@chelsea747 Жыл бұрын

👆

@lynnhoffman247 Жыл бұрын

U2 Live from Slane Castle - “All I Want Is You” and “Where the Streets Have No Name” (they blend into each other). One of my favorite live performances ❤💥👏🏼

@PlumbPitiful Жыл бұрын

That was shortly after Bono's father died. The emotion you hear in those songs is real.

@lynnhoffman247 Жыл бұрын

@@PlumbPitiful Yes 👍🏼

@larsa.8096 25 күн бұрын

This song made me a fan of my favourite band. ❤

@rickdeleon7386 Жыл бұрын

"It was just alright for me." This is the kind of honesty that I appreciate. You don't have to be wowed by every song that you hear. I personally love this song but I'm not here for my reaction, I'm here for yours. Keep keeping it real and I'll keep coming back. Thank you both for trying all genres and always having fun with it. 👍

@jeffpawlinski3210 Жыл бұрын

The Joshua Tree, where this song originates, is an iconic album, one of the Top-10 of the 1980s. An underrated gem off this album is “One Tree Hill” (My favorite U2 song ever) Amber and Jay, enjoy discovering!

@lisakaz35 Жыл бұрын

Yes, great song and great tribute to Mr. Carroll.

@artcordova6399 Жыл бұрын

My favorite U2 song as well.

@laineydavey Жыл бұрын

One Tree Hill yes yes yes!!! And Red Hill Mining Town also!

@lauriemartin490 Жыл бұрын

This song is from The Joshua Tree album, which is true masterpiece I have listened to countless times since it was released in the late 80s. The music has kind of a roots rock sound which is a little somber and the lyrics on every song are thought provoking. Bono is a musical genius, but I also always need to give credit to The Edge, their lead guitarist, who is so integral to their sound.

@hunchemlnarik Жыл бұрын

dont forget the bands founding member, larry mullen jr. myself a drummer, i i always admired his drumming and thought he was as integral to the bands sound as any of the other members.

@ahoyforsenchou7288 Жыл бұрын

Joshua Tree and Thriller are *the* greatest pop/pop-rock albums of the 80's. Hands down.

@AndTheRoadGoesEverOn Жыл бұрын

@hunchemlnarik. Absolutely. Larry’s is the heart of the band. And probably the most technically gifted musician. His unique drum beats were so critical to forming the band’s sound in the early years & to most of their biggest hits. But I love all four members. U2 are legendary.

@angelacampbell3974 Жыл бұрын

A ballad is a love song, no matter the genre. There are rock ballads, pop ballads, etc. Love watching y’all!

@peterjohn1217 Жыл бұрын

80s to early 2000s is their best era. Bad, Beautiful Day, Last Night on Earth, Mysterious Ways, Still Haven't Found and With or Without You are all worth listening to.

@ksera3605 Жыл бұрын

This is my absolute favorite U2 song ever and I gotta admit it hurt a little bit to hear Jay say it was 'just alright'. 😬😞 It's pulled at my heart since it came out when I was 16 years old. ❤

@devildog5354 Жыл бұрын

In reality that was a compliment to U2...

@roymelville-smith8216 Жыл бұрын

This is a song that grows on you, after several times listening

@dv3507 Жыл бұрын

I felt the same as you, K.😳

@AchtungBabyZA Жыл бұрын

I feel like he might enjoy something like Streets or Bullet the Blue Sky more from this album.

@eze8608 Жыл бұрын

Oh man, me too!! This song has so much power, calling out from the deep, full of emotion ….maybe even some relatable pain & struggle. This song is huge. Jay missed out on the fun.

@Jolinga Жыл бұрын

In my opinion, most iconic U2 song. SHOCKED that this is your first listen to this song!

@twelveytwelve Жыл бұрын

They're kids.

@theConquerersMama Жыл бұрын

They may have heard it in movies or even the grocery store but they haven't sat down and actively listened.

@bobbyj5375 Жыл бұрын

when this album came out ,you could not go anywhere socially without hearing a song from it,miss those days one of my favorites of u2 is an older song " i will follow" their song " beautiful day" is a gem

@facetiouslyinsolent8313 Жыл бұрын

I was 12 when this song was released and the power, meaning and pure mastery was lost on me as a young man. Now nearly 50 this is one of my all-time favorite songs and it always teleports me back to mom's home-cooked dinners and family board game nights with Mtv on in the background.

@KarlKraus1 Жыл бұрын

Up next for U2, definitely do "Still Haven't Found what I'm Looking For" they really have their share of songs where they take their time and reel the listener in most rock bands tend to do that, which is the best part of the style really an awesome band

@redchick5278 Жыл бұрын

This is not only my all-time favorite U2 song but one of my favorite songs ever!

@KierenP Жыл бұрын

Mine too

@debbiemr6340 Жыл бұрын

Same

@lyngusrobb5323 Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite U2 song...has been since it came out when I was in 8th grade. It's hsunting, it's beautiful and perfectly evinces that exquisitely torturous feeling between loving and hating the same person.

@GayJayU26 Жыл бұрын

Have sen them live many times, and thye make stadiums feel intimate. Yes its a ballad and one of my very favourite songs ever.

@UnclePengy Жыл бұрын

The Joshua Tree was a HUGE album for them. Other hits from that album that you should listen to were "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For".

@Sniper33321 Жыл бұрын

Jay: “This is just alright”. What? Wow this is nothing short of a gem. Phenomenal song by this great band

@LBart218 Жыл бұрын

I like Jay but I think I am noticing a pattern where once he hears "bangers" from a band and he likes them he is disappointed with slower stuff by the band.

@jpmnewyork Жыл бұрын

@@LBart218 Just noticing that, huh? Yeah, he can be a real buzzkill sometimes.

@screwyootube1 Жыл бұрын

To be fair, this song took me a few listens to get into. But I DID learn to love it!

@futurereflections4097 Жыл бұрын

It’s not a song that really grabs you. It’s pretty basic, but also really perfect

@bigbadwolf8569 Жыл бұрын

He did same thing with George Michaels - Father figure. Hate when he pauses the vid and kills the mood

@itsjezzer Жыл бұрын

It's absolutely a ballad. A ballad is defined as a slow, sentimental song. You can have rock ballads, country ballads, pop ballads, etc.

@minxiv7 Жыл бұрын

“All I Want Is You”, “In God’s Country”, “I Will Follow”, “Red Hill Mining Town”, “Mysterious Ways”, “Bad”… all great choices ❤

@christinaconnolly5536 Жыл бұрын

One of my absolute favorite songs! I love how this song builds and then hits its peak with Bono's yell. Absolutely love it! The song is all about Bono being torn between his road life with the band, and his life with his wife Ali. A favorite Bono collaboration of mine is Bono and The Corrs- When the Stars go Blue

@andrewgreen6429 Жыл бұрын

You guys have to listen to the whole album The Joshua Tree. Where the Streets Have No Name, I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For, With or Without You, Bullet the Blue Sky, Running to Stand Still, Red Hill Mining Town, In God’s Country, Trip Through Your Wires, One Tree Hill, Exit, Mothers of the Disappeared. I’m so envious that you’re just discovering them ❤❤

@chaz5229 Жыл бұрын

I was 20 years old when this song came out and I worked at a video store....we used to blast this song on MTV whenever we didn't have any customers in the store. One day....we got busted when the owner walked in and caught us...and thank God he had a sense of humor. His reaction was priceless....he never made a face...never stopped walking....just walked on to the back of the store and told us "I can run this store with or without you but I would prefer not to have to go thru the computer training again with a new employee" We busted out laughing....turned down the music and he just chuckled and shook his head. Loved that job...we got to watch MTV whenever we wanted and got to watch movies whenever we wanted while we worked....and got my hands on some killer posters to boot. Good Times!!!

@sanzoftatooine Жыл бұрын

I love how this song just builds. Everything, the guitar, bass, drums, vocals, gets more & more intense. And it's almost imperceptible until the end when it all quiets down again. I would recommend a fairly obscure U2 song "A Sort of Homecoming."

@pattyestrada6 Жыл бұрын

This song always gets me, always. 💔 4:00 A ballad is a slow sentimental or romantic song, so yes I’d say this is a ballad. Any genre can have ballads, they come in many musical styles.

@jamiemacdonald436 Жыл бұрын

In addition, it can be a song that narrates a story.

@scottboswell6406 Жыл бұрын

This comment should be pinned!

@jeanstrickland2445 Жыл бұрын

Very well stated Patty 🙋🏻‍♀️

@ronnix23 Жыл бұрын

To me a ballad is a song you can slow dance to. I think this is more of a mid tempo song.

@jollyrodgers7272 Жыл бұрын

@@ronnix23 Unfortunately, your definition is wrong. A Ballad tells a story in verse, either a poem or song. Tempo is of no consequence.

@jayeginn5963 Жыл бұрын

This song made me a U2 fan. That whole Joshua Tree album was fantastic. And then in the documentary Rattle and Hum they were followed on their US tour. It's interesting that Amber is wearing a B.B. King t-shirt because he was a guest in one of their concerts and in the movie it shows him at the rehearsals reading the lyrics to When Love Comes To Town and being seriously impressed by Bono's lyrics even asking him how old he is, LOL. Also you see drummer Larry Mullen getting very emotional during their visit to The Sun Studios and Graceland because he is such a big Elvis fan. He got to sit on one of Elvis' motorbikes after Bono charmed the tour guide, LOL.

@mathewkeipert6021 Жыл бұрын

Still one of the best bands ever. That iconic guitar and thumping bass will get you everytime. U2❤🇮🇪

@fidel2xl Жыл бұрын

This was the song that was their first major hit in USA back in 1987. This song moved them from just being well known in Ireland, to being known worldwide. Also, U2 can be put into the 'Alternative Rock' genre.

@AndTheRoadGoesEverOn Жыл бұрын

To be fair, Pride (In the Name of Love) off their previous album-The Unforgettable Fire-was a huge U.S. hit as well. It didn’t hit #1 in the country like this song, but it was way up there & played non-stop on the radio.

@fidel2xl Жыл бұрын

@@AndTheRoadGoesEverOn - Wow…that was before my time, but I always thought that ‘Pride’ was first released in the early 1990s. I hadn’t realized that it was from 1984. It would appear that U2’s ‘Pride’ was truly ahead of its time, since the genre of the song was more so the type that became more common in the 1990s Alternative Rock scene. The fact that the song didn’t depend on Synth as was common in the 1980s pop-rock scene, but while being highly innovative with the instrumentals and the vocal style, places this song as a 1990s genre released a decade before its time. 🍺🍺🍺

@vickiroman189 Жыл бұрын

Their music is so complex and incredibly powerful. I love the slow, relentless build in this one in particular.

@wadsworthaaron Жыл бұрын

"The Joshua Tree" was groundbreaking in the 80s... it's what took U2 from the top of the Euro new wave scene to becoming legendary international rock stars. Their "Unforgettable Fire" album had some epic cuts, but "Joshua Tree" was a start-to-finish classic album with U2 at the peak of their powers.

@honeybrown1997 3 ай бұрын

My goodness. When Bono opens it up vocally, it is incredible! His voice runs the scale of emotions, and I'm feeling them along with him. The bass, pounding drums, guitar, vocals...all perfect together. Another song where I feel Bono's passion is Night and Day.

@joshuawiedenbeck6944 Жыл бұрын

90's kids will immediately recognize any U2 songs from being constantly being played on the radio. Such a nostalgic sound, driving around in the back seat of a station wagon....

@ryanfeit1420 Жыл бұрын

U2's performance of "Where The Streets Have No Name" at the 2002 Superbowl halftime show was one of the best performances ever in Superbowl halftime history and was one of the most moving performances ever by a musical artist. The half time show was right after the September 11th attacks and I remember them performing this song while every single victim of the attacks was shown behind them. I remember vividly where I was when I saw this performance. Bono's singing and stage presence was, and will always be, incredible.

@jesselobo3213 Жыл бұрын

"Joshua Tree" was perhaps the most important album of the 80's for me. Their musical journey had reached the pinnacle of their journey as icons of the decade. The lyrics of this album affected scores of their fans including me. One particular song "One Tree Hill" is still one of my all-time favorite songs from U2. However, the entire album is amazing. This album marked a turning point in how the fans viewed U2 as artists. I will add this, I attended a U2 concert, and it was as close to a spiritual experience I have ever gotten.

@forzaitalia3046 Жыл бұрын

Man, u r so licky

@SWLinPHX Жыл бұрын

You guys are the epitome of Gen Z (or young Millennials) truly appreciating music from the 20th Century. You guys give me hope that today's generation doesn't have to miss out on all that good stuff we were so privileged to have a front row seat to when it was all happening. And most importantly, you prove that even though you don't have the nostalgia and memories of the times these songs hit it big which makes them so precious to us, you still nevertheless "get it" and have the APPRECIATION! 👍🏻

@relevantbrother8964 Жыл бұрын

U2 dynamically is about their distinctive sound as an ensemble. The Edge gives them that unique sound palette with his guitar effects orchestrations and use of delays . Together with Larry and Adam they form a precise rhythm section that serves the song underlying Bono's unique vocals and subject matter such as love,war, religion..they have delved into different genres often whilst still maintaining a uniquely identifiable sound.

@PJBonoVox Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agreed. Bono (and Edge, these days) may be the face, but collectively they have a 'vibe'. Also agree Adam and Larry are one of the best rhythm sections in rock. Just what is needed, nothing more, nothing less.

@byrnez2755 Жыл бұрын

Anything from their concert: "Live at Slane Castle" is great, especially "all I want is You.. and let it feed right into "Where the Streets Have no Name". One of the best concerts I have ever seen. I saw them in Montreal that same year. Incredible!

@YehudaBerlinger Жыл бұрын

Stunning musicians, stunning control, stunning passion. What's not to love?

@crissyb65 Жыл бұрын

This song will always throw me back to 1986/7 and driving off-base in the Philippines. Fresh to Clark AB and learning to live in another county. The heat, the dust of the road being thrown up as we rode along. That memory is entangled with this song playing on AFRTS (base radio).

@kimcutts6153 Жыл бұрын

Was never really into U2 but... "Still Haven't Found What Im Looking For" is a TOP tune. 🎶🎼

@dantonliam Жыл бұрын

“ just alright?” Wow…that shocked me. I think you need to listen to the lyrics and then re- listen …this is one of the greatest songs of the era. I think someone that hasn’t experienced relationship turmoils may not relate to the song however

@DonnyLusk 7 ай бұрын

Music is subjective my dude.

@mariomsg9885 Жыл бұрын

What a classic!

@davestainer8576 Жыл бұрын

U2 are a rock band and this is most definitely a ballad.

@robertlynch976 Жыл бұрын

Try ‘She moves in mysterious ways’ or ‘hold me thrill me kiss me kill me’ or ‘stuck in a moment’ or ‘city of blinding lights’ or ‘when love comes to town’ with BB King……. I could go on!

@xedra Жыл бұрын

That guitar sound in the beginning right after "I'll wait for you" - they way it soars high and modulates down - OMG that has to be one of my favorite musical moments ever. It's one that hits me hard and I literally cannot keep from holding my breath and closing my eyes when I hear it.

@scottvanhille5688 Жыл бұрын

"Where The Streets Have No Name" is a good one. U2 has really great hits and they are an iconic band. This was a good one, heard it quite a lot. This is a perfect song to slow dance to. For an earlier hit, check out "Gloria."

@AdrianLeeMagill 3 ай бұрын

The music on this album painted pictures in your mind. Every time I listen to the Joshua Tree, I am back in high school.

@KlippityKlop1 Жыл бұрын

Whenever I hear this song I think of Ross & Rachel on “Friends”. Ross dedicated this song to Rachel over the radio when he was trying to get her back.

@TheMkamix Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite U2 songs ever. Never get tired of it.

@TB-mk3fq Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for you to hit two of my faves, “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” and Pride (In the Name of Love). I think you both would like these two. ❤

@bminturn Жыл бұрын

A lot of U2's music actually is dark. Same with INXS. Both bands had this way of sliding in some idea of hope or salvation though, which is why I think they were so big. People can relate.

@reality1958 Жыл бұрын

This album was produced by the musical genius Brian Eno. Such an incredible matchup U2 under the direction of the master.

@affenschwanz64 Жыл бұрын

Eno and Daniel Lanois. The album has a lot of Lanois' signature style.

@agoodday4pi Жыл бұрын

I love your reactions. In 1991, U2 experimented with a different sound with their ground breaking album Acting Baby. A really cool U2 song that doesn't seem to get a lot of reaction to is called Mysterious Ways. It's a different sounding U2, but still enjoyable. Hope it gets a reaction.

@mamatay7 Жыл бұрын

I know so many people who think Joshua Tree is there best album, but for me, it's Achtung Baby! It could totally be the associations I have with those albums and what was going on in my life at the time, but I really do think Mysterious Ways, Even Better Than the Real Thing, Until the End of the World, and Trying to Throw Your Arms Around the World are really special. One has become so iconic, I don't think that has anything to do with preferences-- objectively, it is one of their best, if not THE best of their songs. But personally, my absolute favorite song of theirs from any album, and one of my favorite songs of all time, is Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses

@davidwalker683 Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal vocal performance.

@mikeflores104 Жыл бұрын

It takes a certain special kind of person to understand and really appreciate the music of U2. This man was on another level. Even after all these years, this song still sounds like it came out yesterday. Awesome!

@mikeflores104 Жыл бұрын

@MrChristian331 Жыл бұрын

well said.

@markbeardsley3353 Жыл бұрын

This song is an all-time classic, and helped make U2 the iconic band they are today.

@cburton7238 Жыл бұрын

One of their best songs from one of their best, if not THE best u2 album ever! Totally agree with many others that you gotta do “I still haven’t found what I’m looking for.” You will NOT regret it!

@bryanstarke2931 Жыл бұрын

"All I Want Is You" , "Mysterious Ways", "Even Better Than The Real Thing"

@jorgeneriksson3144 5 ай бұрын

One of the best rock songs evere written. I will never get tired of it.

@tinkler4 Жыл бұрын

Their album ‘The Unforgettable Fire’ and the single release ‘Pride (In The Name of Love) both top the charts and their first here in NZ. Ever since then, they have been raking in those No.1‘s, even this classic. Legendary band.

@jasonjennings9087 Жыл бұрын

Check out “Pride (In The Name of Love) from the Rattle and Hum album. When the crowd joins in it always gives me goosebumps. It’s a tribute to MLK Jr. among others.