Last updated on July 12, 2011
From an answer on Quora.com:
“On the way, you listen to the ‘early stuff.’ Joshua Tree pumps through the speakers of your Lexus SUV (no judgement — you have two kids!) The harmonies soothe. The lyrics are straightforward. You recall a simpler time before car seats and prostate exams. The nostalgia is so thick you have to wipe it from your face. You haven’t looked at your phone in nearly 11 minutes.
The set is basically a greatest hits playlist. The band graciously performs two new songs that no one recognizes to give you a few minutes to use the john and grab another IPA. They might as well flash an intermission sign.
Even the political statements go down smooth: ‘Democracy!’ ‘Fight AIDS!’ How could you possibly disagree? You’re not only dancing and reminiscing – you’re spreading freedom and reasonably-priced medicines to distant lands!”
The rest of the answer is even better.
Why Is U2 So Popular?
Last updated on July 12, 2011
From an answer on Quora.com:
“On the way, you listen to the ‘early stuff.’ Joshua Tree pumps through the speakers of your Lexus SUV (no judgement — you have two kids!) The harmonies soothe. The lyrics are straightforward. You recall a simpler time before car seats and prostate exams. The nostalgia is so thick you have to wipe it from your face. You haven’t looked at your phone in nearly 11 minutes.
The set is basically a greatest hits playlist. The band graciously performs two new songs that no one recognizes to give you a few minutes to use the john and grab another IPA. They might as well flash an intermission sign.
Even the political statements go down smooth: ‘Democracy!’ ‘Fight AIDS!’ How could you possibly disagree? You’re not only dancing and reminiscing – you’re spreading freedom and reasonably-priced medicines to distant lands!”
The rest of the answer is even better.
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