Bad
U2
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If you twist and turn away If you tear yourself in two again If I could, yes I would If I could, I would Let it go Surrender Dislocate If I could throw this lifeless lifeline to the wind Leave this heart of clay See you walk, walk away Into the night And through the rain Into the half-light And through the flame If I could through myself Set your spirit free, I'd lead your heart away See you break, break away Into the light And to the day Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh To let it go And so to fade away To let it go And so, fade away Wide awake I'm wide awake Wide awake I'm not sleeping Oh, no, no, no If you should ask then maybe they'd Tell you what I would say True colors fly in blue and black Bruised silken sky and burning flag Colors crash, collide in bloodshot eyes Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh If I could, you know I would, if I could, I would Let it go This desperation Dislocation Separation, condemnation Revelation in temptation Isolation, desolation Let it go And so fade away To let it go And so fade away To let it go Oh now, and so to fade away I'm wide awake I'm wide awake Wide awake I'm not sleeping Oh, no, no, no
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Written by: Adam Clayton, Dave Evans, Larry Mullen, Paul Hewson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Bad" was released in 1984 as part of U2's album The Unforgettable Fire.
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Song InspirationThe song was originally written as a personal expression of pain and sorrow by lead vocalist Bono for his good friend, who died from a heroin overdose.
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Lyric EvolutionWhile the studio version of the song has a set of clear lyrics, Bono has occasionally altered or added lyrics during live performances to make each performance unique and heartfelt.
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ThemeThe dominant theme of the song is addiction and its harmful effects on the individual and their loved ones.
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Live PerformancesKnown for their electric live performances, U2 often extend "Bad" from its original 6-minute length to up to 13 minutes during concerts.
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Major RecognitionThe song is recognized as one of U2's greatest and it often occupies center stage in their live performances. It was a definitive performance during the band's appearance at Live Aid in 1985.
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Benefit to SocietyDuring the 1985 Live Aid concert, according to Bob Geldof, the founder of Band Aid and organizer of Live Aid, Bono's intense, emotional delivery during the live rendition of "Bad" resulted in an influx of donations and awareness to the cause.
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No Single ReleaseCuriously, "Bad" was never released as a single (a fact that surprised many U2 fans), even though it is one of the band's most popular songs.
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Film PresenceIt was featured in the film, The Family Man starring Nicholas Cage and Tea Leoni.
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Critical AcclaimAccording to acclaimed music journalist Stuart Bailie, "Bad" is one of U2's most remarkable songs as it combines personal narrative with spiritual yearning and public address.
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SymbolismMusically, "Bad" represents an evolution in U2's sound with the introduction of ambient and abstract musical elements by producer Brian Eno.
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Covers and TributesSeveral other musicians, including Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder and Coldplay's Chris Martin, have praised and performed versions of "Bad," underlining its influence in the music industry.
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Fan FavoriteWhile not released as a single, "Bad" has become a firm fan-favorite and is frequently requested at U2 concerts.
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Album StandoutDespite being part of an album that features several other popular U2 tracks, "Bad" is often singled out by critics and fans alike as a standout track on The Unforgettable Fire.
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Emotional ImpactDue to its profound emotional resonance, "Bad" has been described as one of U2's most moving songs.
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