When Love Comes to Town
U2, B.B. King
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I was a sailor, I was lost at sea I was under the waves Before love rescued me I was a fighter, I could turn on a thread Now I stand accused of the things I've said Love comes to town I'm gonna jump that train When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that flame Maybe I was wrong to ever let you down But I did what I did before love came to town I used to make love under a red sunset I was making promises I was soon to forget She was pale as the lace of her wedding gown But I left her standing before love came to town I ran into a juke joint when I heard a guitar scream The notes were turning blue, I was dazing in a dream As the music played I saw my life turn around That was the day before love came to town When love comes to town I'm gonna jump that train When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that flame Maybe I was wrong to ever let you down But I did what I did before love came to town When love comes to town I'm gonna jump that train When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that flame Maybe I was wrong to ever let you down But I did what I did before love came to town I was there when they crucified my Lord I held the scabbard when the soldier drew his sword I threw the dice when they pierced his side But I've seen love conquer the great divide When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that train When love comes to town I'm gonna catch that flame Maybe I was wrong to ever let you down But I did what I did before love came to town
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Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL HEWSON
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"When Love Comes to Town" is a song by Irish rock band U2. It is the 12th track on their 1988 album "Rattle and Hum."
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CollaborationThis song is a collaboration between U2 and B.B. King, a legendary American blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist.
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Song Style"When Love Comes to Town" diverges from U2's typical sound, as it incorporates elements of blues, a unique approach for the band at that time.
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Recording LocationThe track was recorded at Sun Studios, a historic recording studio in Memphis, known as the birthplace of rock 'n' roll.
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Single ReleaseThe track was released as a single in April 1989. It was the third single from the "Rattle and Hum" album.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was filmed in the historic Rivoli Ballroom in London. It features both U2 and B.B. King performing.
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Chart Performance"When Love Comes to Town" reached the top ten in several countries, including Ireland, the UK, and Australia. In the United States, it peaked at No. 2 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Live PerformancesB.B. King and U2 performed "When Love Comes to Town" live together on many occasions, including their appearances on the Lovetown Tour in 1989.
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Song's MeaningThe song's lyrics tell a story of regret and redemption, aligning with the blues tradition. It's about recognizing mistakes, seeking forgiveness, and the transformative power of love.
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Grammy AwardsThe album "Rattle and Hum," featuring the song, was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1989.
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