Hello? Anyone still here in 2024 watching this incredible performance almost 40 years later?? 😍

my brother died today. U2 was his lifelong favorite band. His dog's name is Bono. I'm in tears as I write this. Roger battled demons and was one of The Beautiful Souls on this rock we live on. I can't think of a better song to play in tribute. Go easy, my brother. I love you, man.

People aren’t overestimating when they say this is one of the greatest live performances in music history. Wow

That, right there, was a fucking ROCK & ROLL BAND! No autotune, no time correction, no pro tools. Just real people playing from their hearts.

Standing center stage at Wembley on the 13th July 1985, witnessing the most stunning performance of my life, I’m now 55 and feel so blessed to be able to say “I was there”

I waited all afternoon to see U2 perform at Live Aid, I was 14 years old. I'm just a black girl from Indiana and this performance had me sobbing. U2 music has touched me deep into my spiral soul. Thank you for almost 40 years of transcending music and love. Happy Birthday Bono.

I'm 61 years old and watching this still gives me chills. U2 is, and always will be my favorite band of all times!

Watching this in 2024 and wishing we were all still that young. I turned 67 last month. U2 is still my favorite band!!!❤❤❤❤

This is, without a doubt, one of the greatest concert moments in history.

I'm a 64 yrs old man from the north side of Dublin and was grew up about one mile from Paul's house....It didn't happen over night for U2 and at one stage I actually worried that they weren't going to make it. So as you can imagine seeing them at live Aid was monstrous for me.....

I've seen U2 live several times, but this performance brings me to tears every time I watch it at age 57. So powerful.

I was 23 years old then,62 now. Watched all day. U2 fan from the first hour.❤

I'm an Italian guy, 38 years old, here with the corona virus the situation is so bad.......and in these days this song give me so much hope.....what we live for? what is really important at the end?....perhaps love......love for your family , love for your girl ....love for life and all things around us........

Bono was only 25 years old. The confidence and swagger were off the charts. Amazing band!

That mic stage tech deserves a gold medal. Dude was lightening fast!

This was the moment U2 became a legend.

Young and in their prime. So organic, so powerful, so beautiful. Not a band on earth could touch them when they were in that zone.

U2 went to another level after that performance and never looked back. My favorite live song ever and I'm 51 today.

I Deicate this song to a young Lady Caitlin who lost her fight at 25 could not break away RIP Caitlin you are among the stars in Paradise now💗

My younger brother passed a few years ago, we went to see U2 when they toured America in the early 90’s being Irish ☘️ & watching them live was an incredible experience…(he as well as I loved them & the show) we watched this live in 85 & watching this now brings me to tears… love & miss you little brother…RIP Scott Patrick Ruddy 🙏🏻💋😇❤️🇮🇪🇺🇸🍀

My dad stayed awake waiting for Dylan and the Stones, I was 15 at the time and waiting for Bowie and George Michael. After seeing U2 and Queen, I told him the best had already happened.....

I was 13 and sitting on the floor in front of the TV all day watching. I'm 50 now and nothing has even come close since. U2 and Queen knocked it out of the park that afternoon!!!

Crikey, I'm now a pensioner and this still brings a tear to my eye!

What made this performance so amazing is the song was relatively unknown at the time but everyone could sense this was one of the most electrifying live performances ever. I guess if you still get chills every time you watch this it’s all good

37 years later, still one of the greatest live performances of all time!

You can hate on Bono all you want for various reasons, but this is a truly fantastic performance.

One of the greatest moments in music history. U2 take a bow 👏👏👏🙌

I was at Woodstock and still think Live Aid was the greatest rock concert of all time.

There's a moment, after Bono goes into the crowd, when he pulls himself back up on the main stage, and gestures for a microphone...There's a guy who finds a working vocal mic, throws it to him, and slides unobtrusively off stage left...If you've ever played live with a band, or been a roadie, or done community theatre, this guy is your hero...Dude, that was badass...You are every bit a part of this historic moment as anybody else...

I know we now have smartphones and internet and that's cool But who doesn't envy 1985 when he watches it? It is beautiful

I was 15 when I first saw this…I’m 53 now and still get goosebumps watching this awesome performance from U2..👏😁

2 chords, 11 minutes during which the world seemed to stand still

Bono's Roadie on BAD at Live Aid, Greg Carroll, was tragically killed 12 months after Live Aid performance. He died on July 3, 1986. Footnote on BAD and the amazing roadie that follows Bono around on stage: His name was Greg Carroll, a New Zealand Maori whom Bono and the band met while on tour in NZ. Bono was really impressed with Greg and asked him to join the band on their world tour. Greg eventually became Bono's personal assistant. That was him on Live Aid, it was magic watching him effortlessly following Bono, knowing where and when he needed him. A year after Live Aid, Greg died in a motorbike accident on July 3, 1986. He was riding Bono's Harley back to Bono's house on a rainy night inn Dublin when a car drove out in front of him. Bono had flown to Texas to sing with Willie Nelson that day, but when he heard the news he flew back to Ireland immediately. Bono, Ali, and other members of the U2 crew flew with Greg's body to New Zealand, met his family and attended his funeral. Bono sang “Let it Be” and “Knocking on Heaven’s Door” in tribute to his late friend. Bono wrote “One Tree Hill.” in memory of Greg. One Tree Hill is a place in NZ that Greg took the band to when he met them first. So Greg's death inspired 'One Tree Hill' .... R.I.P Greg.. you helped make U2's Live Aid performance special. There is a more in-depth story on One Tree Hill and its meaning. Greg has been immortalised by U2.. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Tree_Hill_(song)

So... it's Feb 23, 2023, I just watched this again it's on a fave list of mine. I'm gonna be 63 next month and I watched this live when it happened. I still have tears and must "watch" when I listen. Bono thought he did a poor performance when interviewed, in actuality it was the most moving, I believe... God bless these beautiful memories...

This performance kickstarted the European leg of Live Aid into life. There's been a lot of revisionism since Freddie's death about who stole the show...trust me, watching at the time, people were asking, "Who are these Irish boys??" U2 brought absolute magic (and no little drama) into proceedings. As the evening drew in, Elton John and Queen built on this momentum, making for a magical night of music.

really one of the best live ever in rock history, awesome

For about 11 minutes one afternoon in 1985, I still believed that the power of music could change the world...

The Edge's guitar is simply haunting, beautiful performance by U2.

Bono has my heart. When he called those young ladies to the front; i thought it was the best damn thing. Truly an epic concert & gesture & I wish Id been there to see it. Cheers & Peace out.

Duuuude, I don’t normally comment on stuff but man this performance touched my soul, the raw sounds of those guitars are heavenly along with Bono’s voice, U2 truly was ahead of their time, they deliver every time

don't say "who's still here 2021?" We will never leave, because U2 is one of the Best Band in the World.

This is without doubt one of the greatest mullet moments in history

This version of “BAD” is one of the best ever !!! For an excellent cause too !!!!

I'm 63 and remember this concert and was truly mesmerized by Bono and U2. The baddest version of Bad I've ever heard.

I was 17 years old in 1985…watching this and remembering how great the 80s were…makes me wish I was 17 again. The world was better back then and so was the music.

8:21 Adam “We were supposed to play three songs, ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’, ‘Bad’ and ‘Pride’, which was our hit. But then Bono went missing,” recalls Adam, in U2 by U2. “In the middle of Bad,” remembers Larry, “he want on a wander trying to pick out some girls to dance with. It felt like he was gone forever. We were quite jittery as it was, and when Bono went missing, a certain panic ensued.” “I was totally thrown,” remembers Edge. “And I’m looking at Adam and Larry to see if they know what’s going on and they’re looking back at me with panic on their faces. Next thing I spot him way down below clambering over the last of the barriers to get to the people..."

Controversially the best band in the world. U2, especially The Edge, created such an atmosphere that spoke to the soul with his innovative guitar riffs. Forever grateful for U2's life-changing music and performances that brought everyone together in peace and as one.

I'm crying, not sure why, but music does that.....

I miss how simple life was, growing up as a kid in the late 80's early 90's was amazing. Life is too fast now

There is no better version of "Bad" than this one. It's all heart, and filled with awesome human beings. LOVE U2

Those 3 girls he pulled from the crowd will never ever forget that experience!!

U2 is the Best BAND EVER!! I love how Bono goes into the crowd and dances with a young woman and then hugs the two others that were on the stage. I bet those three young women will remember this for the rest of their lives.

Imagine being at this... Freddie, Bono, Bowie, Phil Collins, Elton John, McCartney, etc. What a time to be alive. I was born a year after this. It drives me a little crazy that Freddie is gone and I will never get to see him live. Im glad these old Live Aid videos exist because I think U2 and Queen specifically were on another level for that venue. History was being made.

I don’t care what the haters say, this song is f’ing amazing.

Today, I believe is the 1,000th time I have watched this Bad video. Same for each other live version of it. To say I love this song and group is an understatement.

That was amazingly beautiful to witness: the message, the unity, the music, the way Bono was so focused on the audience and went down to the crowd to get to this fan for such a moving, powerful and sincere embrace. That moment moved me to tears. Just look at how the world becomes one for humanity and brotherhood behind such powerful music. This is the power of one love. Why can’t we do this today? I’m wide awake.

One of the best live performances ever by a legendary band. I was 11 yrs old when I saw this on TV, and that's the moment U2 became my band... and still are!

1985 - this song is awesome! 2019 - this song is awesome!

А time when the world was a better place...

Thank you, Karla for telling me about this band 40 years ago. I'm still listening to them. I miss you, dear friend.

If the virus is gonna keep me at home then this is how I choose to spend my time. Unbelievable performance from U2

I can hear Edge's guitar note for hours and will still feel that it's not enough !! Salute you, the Edge !!

The best performance of all of Live Aid, Queen second.

This song is nothing in terms of notes, but talk about POWER...

Born in 1980. Listened to U2 in high school. Couldn’t believe I had NEVER heard/saw this version. It’s freaking amazing. Man. No words can describe.

Nobody rocked a more epic mullet than Bono did in 1985. Such a great song that makes so nostalgic for a time in my life that has long since passed.

I'll never forget renting a VCR so we could tape this on MTV. This performance was epic and I get chills every time.

People talk about Queen at Live Aid but this performance is right up there with them

I saw this live on MTV, and I think this performance of "Bad" was by far the greatest live performance I have ever seen. Every member of U2 and that huge crowd at Wembley Stadium were absolutely brilliant. This was not one of their better known songs at the time, and it was so different from the album version. And I think this song captured the spirit of that incredible day, "wide awake, I'm not sleeping." And thanks to MTV for not loading up their broadcast with commercials and talk during the performances like the US network TV broadcast.

I was 15 years old. I loved bands like Wham, Spandau Ballet, Duran Duran, Simple Minds... then I saw these guys... Bono was different. He looked at the crowd... he sang to the stadium... He danced with a girl... I've never heard such a voice... I've never seen such passion... After that... I started a band. Thank you Bono. Thank you U2

Here in May 2024. Still brings a tear to the eye and makes my hairs stand on end watching this 39yrs on. I was one of the lucky ones to be there, often looked for our group in the crowd near the front, never managed to spot us. What a day.

63 and still listen U2 ❤

Bono is 25 years here. What a gard, charisma, charm. Incredible

i saw this on television during the American broadcast. I had just gotten The Unforgettable Fire for my birthday in 1985 and was completely in love with U2. 36 years later, this is still my favorite song by them and they have been my favorite group ever since. i know everyone likes to say that Queen's performance was the definitive performance of LIVE AID but I would have to give that nod to U2. I cried when I first saw this in 1985 and I cry every time i come to KZfaq and watch this performance, now.

Singing Live is not easy to be alone. He needs blood and sweat to share with the audiences. The care and the love of expression of Bono is immeasurable!

Brings goosebumps. 13th July 1985. My first born daughter was two days old, but 7 weeks premature and in hospital in an incubator. I remember fetching a breast pump for my wife to extract milk to be able to feed her. But the point was that I was wearing a 'Live Aid' T shirt ❤ By the way, she's now a mother of two and just ran her first marathon . Just a nice memory of those times.

This was when the world learned about one of the greatest bands of all time - a truly legendary performance.

36 years ago today. This clip is giving me chills. I was 19 and there that day. I had never heard this song before but it was the absolute highlight of the day for me x

I was a huge U2 fan at the time. Live Aid was my era. I remember watching with the radio next to the cassette recorder getting ready for them. I was loving it. Even the poor dancing at 3.00 minds ish. When he jumped into the crowd I forgot about my recording and sat there in awe. Still love it to this day😊

There wasn’t one note missed in 13 minutes of this masterpiece

What I love and respect about U2 is the Irish boys stuck together still jamming to U2 for 30 plus years. Thank you you wonderful Irishmen.

I can watch this performance over and over and never get tired of it. Every time tears come to me and a lump in my throat when I remember watching it on TV. It's such a transcendental moment in rock music history. I was 18 and remember I had just finished my first year of college. Such a great time to live through - the mid 80s - the music and the events that we lived through.

I was 37 then.. nearly 76.. now.. WHAT A SCORCHER..IT WAS!!

Ladies and Gentlemen, You're listening to the Greatest live song ever to be performed in this planet called Earth. Du Du Du, Du DuDu, Du Du Du, Du Dudu, Du Du Du. DESPERATION, SEPARATION, ISOLATIONNN. Enough I'm crying now

I was there on that amazing day and when U2 finished playing I turned to the guy next to me and asked, "That band was very good, do you know what their name is?" He looked at me like I was crazy. That was the best day of my life. It was a really awesome day for everyone in that stadium.

This performance is living proof of the true power and potential of music.

This was one of the best live songs played by U2 ever and that says a lot!

I’m 18 years old and my dad brought me up listening to this. He was 15 when liveaid happened. U2- what a band.

i will never understand people who hate on u2. you simply cannot deny the sheer energy of their live performances, or the immense passion on display in their songs. i've seen them live a handful of times now, and there is simply nothing on earth like a u2 show- it leaves you feeling high and reeling in the afterglow for days after. the energy is absolutely palpable. people who hate on u2 do it because it might be viewed as the "cool" thing to do in certain singles, but i highly doubt they've ever actually given their stuff a listen. their music transcends. there are only a handful of singers who are always as on-point live as they are in the studio, and bono imo leads the very small pack (consisting of himself, fred mercury, and chris cornell). the whole band is just the rare perfect marriage of four members, completely in tune with one another, operating on the same frequency. the edge's guitar parts take me to another plane of existence, man... they are just perfect, and entirely unique. and the rhythm section of larry and adam could bring dinosaurs back to life, i swear. god, what a band... we are blessed to have them.

WhenU2 were good 😔

Bono shows us just what a class act he really is... he cares about the audience, he cares about the music and he cares about the Cause. Bono is a kind and loving soul with a huge heart..... Thank you Bono

These were the years where Bono was the best singer in the world. Gorgeous voice

At 14 years old, this was one of those moments when you realize there is so much feeling in music. Will never forget this performance. Come back to see it every so often!

I was given this DVD when it came out, by my father in law and Im not lying when i say it was a life changing gift. This performance FLOORED me and I got to see U2 play BAD live in Vancouver in 2005. Absolute lightning in a bottle moment for the world.

Most affectionate and beautiful performance ever . Bono got not only great voice but also a pure soul .

There was never and will never be another moment like this in live concert history!

This was a special time in history when time paused for roughly 12 minutes while U2 united the planet. I remember it vividly.

This has given me goose bumps from the first time I saw it LIVE that Saturday afternoon. What a great performance

I'm 100% Sure a lot of them in the crowd didn't really know or maybe even heard of U2 back in 1985 But by Fuck they knew them after this incredible performance! I've been a fan from the beginning & always will be.

I'm so glad I was born in 66 so I could live through all great music of the late 70s all of the 80s and some 90s and a little of the 50s and 60s