The Saints Are Coming
U2, Green Day
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
There is a house in New Orleans They call the risin' sun It's been the ruin of many a poor boy And, God, I know I'm one I cried to my daddy on the telephone How long now? Until the clouds unroll and you come down The line went But the shadows still remain since your descent, your descent I cried to my daddy on the telephone How long now? Until the clouds unroll and you come home The line went But the shadows still remain since your descent, your descent Lo-cha-hey! The saints are coming The saints are coming I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply The saints are coming The saints are coming I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply A drowning sorrow floods the deepest grief How long now? Until the weather change condemns belief How long now? When the night watchman lets in the thief What's wrong now? Boom! Cha! Hey! The saints are coming The saints are coming I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply The saints are coming The saints are coming I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply I say no matter how I try I realize there's no reply
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
10 fans
Written by: Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
11 facts about this song
Artist Background"The Saints Are Coming" was performed by U2, an Irish rock band that originated in 1976 and known for their unique sound and for their outspoken stance on several humanitarian and political causes.
|
Original VersionThe original version of the song "The Saints Are Coming" was not by U2, but by the Scottish punk rock band, The Skids, which was released in 1978.
|
Charity PerformanceU2 and Green Day performed their version of "The Saints are Coming" at the Louisiana Superdome for the NFL's New Orleans Saints' homecoming, after the disaster caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2006.
|
Intent of the PerformanceThis performance was intended not only to mark the reopening of the stadium following the disaster, but also to highlight the continued plight of those affected by the hurricane and the inadequate response from authorities.
|
Charity SingleThe live version of the song was released as a download single to benefit Music Rising, an organization co-foundered by U2's Edge that replaced musical equipment lost or destroyed by the hurricane.
|
Music VideoThe video for the song included clips of U2 and Green Day performing at the Superdome, as well as archival footage of the effects and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
|
Charts Success"The Saints Are Coming," even being a charity single, achieved considerable chart success. It peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and number 51 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
|
ProductionThe version of "The Saints Are Coming" performed by U2 was produced by Rick Rubin, an American record producer and former co-president of Columbia Records.
|
Live PerformanceThis song was performed live for the first time at the Louisiana Superdome on September 25, 2006.
|
CollaborationThis song marked the first time U2 and Green Day collaborated on a song. Their performance received widespread acclaim and is considered one of the iconic moments in modern rock music.
|
Grammy AwardsAlthough the song did not win any awards, U2 has received several Grammy Awards throughout their career, showcasing the high level of talent and musicality present in "The Saints Are Coming."
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"The Saints Are Coming Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/9881198/U2/The+Saints+Are+Coming>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the The Saints Are Coming Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In