First time hearing U2 "With or Without you" Reaction | Asia and BJ

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[@RichStrickler]

Killer song!!! One of U2's best. Check out their songs "One"or "New Year's Day".

[@JustaGuy2.0]

"One" is simply amazing

[@maverick2242]

One Tree Hill has been my favorite for a long time now, originally when this album came out this was my song, but when I found out U2/ Bono wrote one tree hill about a roadie who have been with them many years and was a Kiwi and One Tree hill is a famous And landmark in NZ and in Auckland, it has much controversy but in the end it is for all New Zealanders and visitors alike, unfortunately activists vandalised it to the point it’s now gone, replaced by an Obelisk,the very thing the activists protest about they themselves destroyed the one thing that brought unity, so often the case by selfish ignorant and and narcissistic people. Greg Carrol who was that roadie was of Māori decent he took Bono to that hill, I always wondered how he’d have felt about this. Song is usually only played in NZ and Aus in concerts a fav here.

[@gilbertdiaz699]

New Years Day my favorite.

[@tinatreitler9192]

I luv "ONE" with the amazing Mary J Blidge!!!!

[@JDogg1971]

There are a few bands who managed to create a masterpiece of an entire album. Led Zeppelin, Beatles, Pink Floyd, Pearl Jam to name a few. U2’s “The Joshua Tree” album is one of those albums. Much love, fam!

[@scapito]

💯

[@cahillgreg]

There's an American band in your list - they don't belong in that company

[@nimboestrato]

Yep. And U2's "Achtung Baby" (1991) is another.

[@dreamoutloudhttr]

Agreed. And Achtung Baby is even better!

[@NickyJones-m3d]

I'm throwing nirvana in utero and stereophonics word gets around in there as well. Totally agree

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, you'll love their "Pride (In The Name Of Love)", "Two Hearts Beat As One" and "Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For".

[@olliegueret2963]

Excellent choices, especially for hearing Bono's vocal range! 🙌

[@carladicarlo3255]

Bono is one of the best emoters ever. You can feel everything he sings. There are sooo many hits and not a bad song in the bunch. I hope you go down the U2 rabbit hole.

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

He's like a polished version of Thom Yorke.

[@Josh77600]

@@Guy_de_Loimbard I wouldn't say polished because bono his singing was very raw in their early years. But in understand what you're saying.

[@claudiajuarez5429]

I doubt he feels anything. The listener might feel but the singer def does not.

[@BigTone_1701]

From the album "The Joshua Tree" -- U2's best album and one of the best rock albums ever (IMHO)!

[@scottcheron]

I totally agree!

[@brooklynmysticaldiva4729]

Absolutely 💯!!! 👐👐👐

[@liontamer8961]

Can’t argue with that🤘🍻

[@pffp6246]

Omg we’re on to U2 now …. Yes U2 is wicked to see LIVE!!! Love love this song!love you guys most bands & singers you have reacted to are all on my playlist for years….thanks guys for your views & time … this song always reminds me of Bono beautiful wife Ali, much love from NZ 🇳🇿

[@craigfowler7098]

My favourite U2 song along with One. Love from UK

[@kyleg334]

You should check out U2 "The sweetest thing" he wrote for his wife after missing her birthday while recording an album.

[@susanneg2824]

Oh, that’s a totally charming song! It seems rather unknown, which is a pity. I love how Edge uses a kind of “rollicking” guitar rhythm.

[@ashleydixon4613]

That’s one that must include the video! it’s just too cute. Especially since he got his wife Ali to at least briefly step in front of the camera if only for a moment, playing herself... and looking rather annoyed. 😂

[@ianmclean6399]

U2 drummer doesnt get enough credit. Guitars and vocals obvs 🔥 but mans drumming gets ignored.

[@AndTheRoadGoesEverOn]

Absolutely. Larry Mullen Jr is legit an incredibly talented drummers whose unique beats were critical to U2 becoming worldwide superstars. And he started the band. No Larry, no U2. I mean, SUNDAY BLOODY SUNDAY…BULLET THE BLUE SKY…A SORT OF HOMECOMING…or…HAWKMOON 269

[@laughingdoc1673]

Hes pretty good lookin' also. ☺️

[@hectordelacruz5222]

He started U2 . Thanx Larry ✌

[@forzaitalia3046]

Larry Mullen

[@obiang24]

He literally created the band

[@RadCenter]

"The Joshua Tree" album is a masterpiece from start to finish. U2 uses a lot of Christian imagery in its lyrics, including this song ("thorn twist in your side," "you give it all"). Is he talking about his wife, or Jesus/God/The Holy Spirit? The song could be interpreted in multiple ways.

[@christianreynolds9252]

Bono wrote this from his own perspective. He was a married man with his childhood sweetheart ( who he is still with being married to for 40 years ) but he was also fronting the biggest band in the world and all the temptations that comes with it. It was the struggle of being a husband and the worlds biggest rockstar. Staying loyal to his wife regardless of the temptations. A story about the clashing and juggling of being Bono the worlds famous rockstar and Bono the husband. One of U2’s greatest songs.

[@justincredible.]

U2 fan since the early 80's, heard this song over and over and over... still to this day gives me goosebumps!

[@conan5885]

Same here bro... One of the best albums of 87, and my all time favorite U2 album. The sonic atmosphere of this song is unreal, the crescendo in the sound, Adam's thumping hypnotic bass, The Edge's e.bow guitar tone and delayed riffs, Larry's drums,and Bono's fantastic vocals....

[@justincredible.]

@@conan5885 For me it's Achtung Baby

[@craigfowler7098]

Same here

[@paulbusbey6241]

The brilliance of this song is how it takes you on such a journey while NEVER leaving the same 4 chord progression. It's all different variations and dynamics on top of the same thing. Love this one.

[@jamessbca]

Absolutely. They are absolute geniuses of minimalism. Every single member is committed to the emotion of the song above and beyond their own instrument, etc. They play every song like they mean it. Every time. For decades. It’s unreal.

[@WelshAmethystGirl087]

My fav u2 song indeed

[@taraainsworth4173]

This is my all time favourite song. I saw them front row at Wembley stadium in 1993. Amazing live, love Edge. best wedding and funeral song! I love your show and your opinions, you guys have great taste in music ❤️

[@davidwalker683]

This is a great song..still gives me chills… They had several classic albums - unforgettable fire, Joshua tree, achtung baby.. please do the songs - one, bad, all I want is you, New Year’s Day, Gloria,

[@brendanfromireland]

1987, this was when U2 became the biggest band in the world.

[@robertembury6094]

This Album took U2 from Arenas to Stadiums

[@jackndan6603]

Smooth but very deep. Most U2 songs are. Thanks guy's!!!🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦😃

[@keyrat1753]

Check out PRIDE (IN THE NAME OF LOVE), U2’s powerful tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.

[@RichStrickler]

Great song. An absolute must.

[@jazznawol]

The Edge is such an underrated guitarist. Unbelievable talent and ear for music.

[@pisces228]

His playing is the most distinct to my ears. I am not a musician, but I know that jangly guitar right away.

[@kenransom560]

That the Edge is not a traditional lead guitarist goes without saying . Adam Clayton & Larry Mullen set up this perfect musical canvas that The Edge gets to Color in , in such a beautiful way .

[@Salmacis99]

The Edge is a sonic God- and U2 as a whole are simply magical

[@ashleydixon4613]

@@pisces228 that is exactly what I would say- almost Word for Word! I’m not a musician either but I have an ear for music (i’m a former dancer). He does have a very distinctive sound...and part of it, I have literally used the word “jangly” to describe it! As well as the times when it sounds like the guitar is “keening,” crying. Very pronounced in (“With Or Without You.”)

[@snapoffmonkeybranch1242]

The Edge is the master of using delay effects!

[@brettschacht4183]

Bono's voice on this track is just incredible. Please check out "Zoo Station" from 'Achtung Baby', U2's follow-up to this record. It wasn't a big hit, but it was the perfect opening to a completely different sound.

[@jamesyoung8360]

Love zooropa

[@CuttinEJ]

I personally think that’s their very best. Bono has a voice that can move you to tears. You can feel the heartbreak 💔

[@nicolek1676]

A lot of Irish singers have this ability

[@cesarefoligno7957]

​@@nicolek1676ma lui di più....

[@notthemachine9585]

If you wanna see a really good Mary J Blige performance check her out singing one love with u2 the official video....really good.

[@dalebrennan7615]

It got to number 1 in America this song with or without you

[@RJbeachbumallday]

There is a live version where Bono sings this song laying on his back on stage with a fan wrapped in his arms. I cry each time!

[@aliciasaracino1233]

What an amazing array of talent and music we were so fortunate to experience… aah the 80’s nothing today compares.

[@SaiAbitathaDUCIC]

Elevation Live from Boston, 2001

[@iamjenniferjames]

♥ This song hits hard right in the feels. Head down the U2 rabbit hole!

[@robertasirgutz8800]

Nobody sounds like them. So atmospheric and spiritual. Love U2.

[@hmpphoto]

“The Joshua Tree” (the album this song is on) in my opinion is the single greatest album ever made…period!!! The definition of “vibe” music. I’ve worn this album out several times over. You can’t go wrong with a single tune on this album. Let’s go, I’m here for it!!!!

[@kpodonnell7924]

Beautiful. For another side of U2, check out the live acoustic performance of Ordinary Love on The Tonight Show with Fallon.

[@Suburban_Mystic]

The first time I heard this song it was being presented as someone losing a loved one. Since then every time I hear it, the chorus stands out, presenting the thought there is someone you care about that you can no longer be with ("I can't live with, or without you" ). That's just my own experience of the song, however.

[@56music64]

U2, no one sounds just like them. Love one of their early ones also "New Years Day". Also Mary J Blige performing "One" with U2, great version

[@mikekeane2057]

U2 song bad at live aid concert Bono saves a girl from the crowd

[@scotties.3414]

The official video for this song, as well as the entire album, are hauntingly, stunningly beautiful

[@victoriawoods3898]

My favorite U2 song off of my favorite U2 Album, The Joshua Tree.

[@danreed5171]

U2 has outsold ALL bands including the BEATLES

[@IZZY_EDIBLE]

Other great U2 ballads - STUCK IN A MOMENT, RUNNING TO STAND STILL & ONE.

[@briansmith303]

+1 for Running To Stand Still!!

[@vernonrabbetts]

The Edge and Bono are always feted by music fans but Larry Mullen and Adam Clayton are the engine that drives this band forward. Their timing and synchronisation is just epic, don't forget Sting and Stewart Copeland were an epic bassist and drummer but literally were out of pace continuously and tore the band apart.

[@kima.4268]

great band. Gotta do "One' and "All I Want is You" Amazing, emotional tear jerking songs!

[@gunnarjinx]

Still ALWAYS love the song "BAD" the most of all songs by U2..... yet there are pleeeenty of great songs. But how the drummer and voice build up that song + lysics ..... oh man.... LOVE IT ;))))

[@timheavyable]

Running to standstill is a heartbreaking song.

[@AndTheRoadGoesEverOn]

Agree. BAD (live version) is one my top 3 all time, stuck-on-a-deserted-island songs. Have to react to either the live version off “Under a Blood Red Sky” or the famous Live Aid version.

[@chrisnadge7989]

"One" live at the Grammys with Mary J Blige! Mary GOES TO ANOTHER LEVEL with the intensity & emotion of her performance. Watch it. I cry every time. ❤

[@Pauliemelt]

Loving your reactions guys! You might have missed the shrouded meaning of this song though. Like most of the songs on the album it came from (Joshua Tree), it's really about a person struggling with their faith (in this case catholicism). Bono sings about a thorn in your side which is a small nod towards Jesus and also later on about how 'you gave it all but I want more' referring to Jesus sacrifice. Admittedly these are not overly explicit and he does refer to a woman which I think is a deliberate way to give the song a multiple meaning. Ultimately the person Bono can't live with or without is Jesus / God. Bono explores this idea more fully in another song off the Joshua Tree album 'I still haven't found what I'm looking for' which I think would be another great U2 song for you to react to. Peace and Love from across the pond.

[@jeffmiller4832]

Live Aid set is worth a few minutes of your day if you wanna check it out.

[@darthmumphie9270]

Credit where it’s due. The simplistic bass line is outrageously perfect. Gwan Adam!

[@jonathanlocke6404]

The production on this was fantastic...

[@KeredCross]

When this album hit in 1987 they become the most popular band on the planet.

[@gzz8551]

Quite simply one of the best vocal performances of all time right there.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

The Flaming Lips "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" & "Do You Realize"

[@natewilliams1062]

A lot of struggle with love, spirituality and injustices in early U2 songs. Love the passion! Thanks😍

[@natewilliams1062]

And BTW, the drumming and guitar sounds were pretty unique at the time. Love em or hate em...they have had a HUGE impact on pop music. Thanks again😍

[@steveboyes3367]

I love watching reactions to what I’ve been enjoying for years.

[@kattcity]

Wonderful song!

[@unomunoz7893]

King and Queen, we live in a time where music is bought one song at a time. Back in the day, you bought an entire CD/album made up of 10-12 songs. The artists would make "concept" albums full of great songs under a certain theme or vein of experience. These albums were treasure troves for their fans. The songs were somehow intentionally or unintentionally sonically connected to each other which in turn connected to their listeners. Music is divine worship. Great music in any genre is an expression of a human heart towards a larger life-force. A life-force that every human shares. A life-force that can resurrect an old song from days of yore but when played in the present, still has impacting, heart stirring vitality and sonic truth. I'm just saying y'all...

[@FrankCastlesConscience]

The Edge created that completely unique stadium rock guitar sound: compressed, clean, reverb and with a tightly measured slab back delay. Beautiful stuff and i’m not even a U2 fan!

[@triphophoney2981]

No disrespect, but I thought you had a carrot sticking out of your mouth, lol. I really liked how you described The Edge's sound. Either you're a musician, or you studied music theory, or perhaps both...

[@princeofpcos9804]

Back in the day my friends would use this song to test speakers. The intro with the low, rumbling bass and the high guitar notes was awesome for testing range and quality.

[@vitolicchelli]

i suggest you to listen to Bad from Live Aid 85 ...probably the best live performance ever

[@houseofdny]

"Bono wrote the lyrics during his first night visiting the Côte d'Azur in 1986,[12] while struggling to reconcile his responsibilities as both a married man and a musician.[6] His wanderlust in belonging to a musical act was often at odds with his domestic life.[6] While writing the lyrics, he realised that neither facet of his life defined him, but rather the tension between the two did. He explained that the final lyric is about torment and how repressing desires only makes them stronger.[6]"

[@sarablack2547]

This song was from the first u2 album I owned the Joshua tree which i had on cassette and played on repeat.you just close your eyes and let the music take you where it wants.

[@rosarybennett]

Literally one of the only songs I never want to end. I could listen to The Edge play forever.

[@petercandance2330]

In one Live version, Bono changed from Can't live to Can live in the final phrase. 1987

[@elegantirony78]

You should react to One (feat. Mary J. Blige) by U2

[@jarbeck1]

U2 is a very Christian band and I believe the “you” in this song is Christ.

[@brownsey1]

If you want to take that from it by all means, but this song isn't intentionally religious. It's very much about a relationship, and not a relationship with God. Bono on the song: "I didn't understand at that point the freedom that I would receive from a committed relationship. I was feeling guilty if I was talking to somebody in their record company who was really attractive. I was you know, just everything was at 11. But that's why 'With or Without You' is so operatic and that's OK."

[@jarbeck1]

@@brownsey1 interesting quote - thank you. Like most great U2 songs I think it’s open for interpretation. It may be about a relationship but he isn’t speaking directly to his partner. “On a bed of nails SHE makes me wait, and I wait without YOU.” Who is she, and who is you? I’ll keep taking it as I always have. :-)

[@brownsey1]

@@jarbeck1 Ha, no problem! Didn't mean to come across as condescending, so sorry if it did. It is an interesting quote alright. But absolutely, take what you want from the song. I would also add, from my own perspective, while I don't think it's specifically religious, Bono uses religious metaphors. Typing from memory of the lyrics but the opening line, about the spear in the side, very much Jesus on the cross vibes.

[@lorimcallister2079]

Still Haven't found what I'm looking for

[@johnsonmark65]

The Joshua Tree is a top 5 album of the 1980s along side Thriller, Purple Rain, Born in the USA and Appetite for destruction.

[@tiacoubrough8135]

I love that U2 has such an iconic instrumental. You hear Edge on the guitar, and straight away you’re like “U2!”

[@donnapirelli6657]

Watch the half time show 2002 with U2 singing "the streets have no name" best half time show ever...

[@arsenalmanic]

A U2 classic !

[@thissailorja]

U2 was THE band in the early 80s. Where the Streets Have No Name is another GREAT song of thiers!

[@traog]

One of my favourite bands, one of their best, IMHO, is the song "One", they also do this with Mary J Blige it is a good version to, for something on the fun side from them, "The sweetest thing".

[@fabian4ever69]

The entire Joshua Tree album/CD that this song is from is brilliant work. This CD is one of a few that I can listen to without skipping a song...its a great piece of music songwriting. It won two Grammy awards including one for Album of the Year.

[@fatimasoares7261]

"The unforgettable fire", one of the best songs ever written.

[@TheLaidOffFounder]

Classic. You have to see a live performance of this. U2 From Boston... recommend.

[@danreed5171]

please do ' Magnificant' by U2

[@astrid3300]

My U2 recommendation is to listen to their entire discography...and most importantly, SEE THEM LIVE

[@robtech341]

There is no possible way you've never heard this song.

[@jasonbarnes431]

If I remember, this is more about his faith in the Catholic church than about a woman.

[@HXERkYJclMcKLAWwQW]

You were absolutely right . He loves us - regardless.

[@ELKCEREMONIES]

Asia said its been a minute. I never heard that until an Alabama girl said it. NYer now in Fl

[@juliesipes8007]

Of all U2 songs, this is the one I really wanted y’all to listen to. The song is an experience.

[@aaronbeal6041]

Love you guys, keep doin that thing that thing that thing

[@marisagettas]

This was the last song at every middle school dance I ever attended. Then in high school, it competed with Stairway To Heaven for last song status. It’s amazing how hearing a song puts you back in time like that! P.s. it’s NOT the love song everyone thinks it is

[@cathyhetzel5944]

My favourite U2 song.

[@CdnTrader1]

How strong in the Joshua Tree album? This is my least favourite track on the album, and this track is a classic.

[@NestorMaravi]

I strongly recommend a reaction to the same song live.

[@johnconnor1540]

Make one with five finger dead punch , war is the answer

[@tippi2head]

The "You" in With or Without You is God/Jesus Christ.

[@kferro]

The crescendo of this song...tough to beat. And live (Rattle & Hum anyone?) is just phenomenal.

[@metalmark1214]

One of my U2 favorites also check out New Years Day.

[@jhamler1]

Seriously, one of the greatest pop/rock songs of all time. It gets me every effin time. It's the chords and the buildup and the conviction, I think. Like he truly means what he's singing. ONE is another one by U2, maybe even better than this song, that always gets my sentimental ass.

[@carlossaraiva8213]

Many think this is a romantic song but it is about one man's relationship with god. And no, it is not a christian song, as the subject is not kissing ass to the deity but in fact lamenting he cant live with or without him, locked in a perpectual loop of anguish. He thinks god expects too much of him but he also expects much from god as well and yet none comes of it.

[@nicolasnic7708]

You are correct. Most of U2 songs are related to God.

[@dannford-premiersothebysin9057]

One of my top 5 fav. On every play list!!! So good...

[@deejayturtle]

Great song. Check out some of their stuff from the 90s when they were working with the producer known as FLOOD. For your own enjoyment check out the Zoo TV live concert dvd and the POPMART live concert dvd. Both are on youtube and both concerts broke records for most expensive stage and lighting set yp and biggest grossing concerts of all time.

[@custardflan]

one of their best. More U2 is welcome. Like so many U2 songs it starts makkng you think it's about a love story or a relationship and by the end you think it's about God. “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me." -- Jesus.

[@Martini3inc]

This song is amazing and timeless. It sounds like something that could come out tomorrow, but this was release in 1987.

[@peterwhite2681]

Check out them live at Slane Castle 2001, try "All I want is you" and then for extra, the song they played immediately after was "where the streets have no name"... The live atmosphere and crowd reactiin is truely amazing... It was a very especially time in Ireland and for Bono and the group

[@DavidTateVA]

There aren't that many albums ever where the weakest song is still great. This is one of them. Every single cut on this album (with the possible exception of "Bullet the Blue Sky") could be a hit single. Every single track sucks you in, fills you up, let's you down again. Great ambiance, great lyrics, great vibe, superb musicianship and engineering... This one makes the short list with albums like Dark Side of the Moon and Dreamboat Annie and Sergeant Pepper's and Boston.

[@lanway13]

“Bullet The Blue Sky” works best as an angry live fuck-off rocker.

[@tinatreitler9192]

Amazing Album, Joshua Tree...totally luuuuv this song...probably my #1fav of their music...

[@gregfagan199]

This song integrated the work of two producers with very different visions. The first producer was Daniel Lanois, who wanted an etheral, moody sound with minimal percussion. When U2 was mixing the song, they brought in Steve Lillywhite, the producer of their early albums. His first reaction was, "Where are the drums?" So he amped up the power and told Larry Mullen to pound the drums. These two competing visions blended into one incredible sound.

[@jamessbca]

I often wonder if those two guys behind the curtain are a big part of the reason we all love U2 so much. That album is just insanely good. It came out when I was in Jr high school, and it still blows my mind.

[@wadsworthaaron]

Through the 80s and well into the 90s, Bono had a world-class set of lungs on him. Not a lot of guys could hit those notes or sustain them... In his prime, Bono was one of the best frontmen in rock & roll history.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

U2 "One" & "Angel Of Harlem"

[@bobbyscarfo2544]

The Joshua Tree Album is without question, one of the Best albums ever made..... damn I miss 1987...... great channel... repeat offender.

[@williamweiss6128]

They played this at my wedding reception back in the day.

[@mickt3390]

This on the halftime show. Was thee best tribute ever .👏👏👏👏💜💜💜💜🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻