BAD
U Two Lyrics
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If you tear yourself in two again
If I could, yes I would
If I could, I would
Let it go
Surrender
Dislocate
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
The lyrics to U2's "Bad" portray a sense of desperation, dislocation, and surrender. The singer speaks to someone who is experiencing inner turmoil, urging them to let go and surrender themselves to the unknown. The opening line, "If you twist and turn away," speaks to the restlessness and discomfort the subject is feeling. The singer tells them that if they could, they would help, and encourages them to surrender and dislocate themselves to find freedom.
The singer then shifts to talking about throwing a "lifeless lifeline to the wind" and leaving the "heart of clay" behind. They express the desire to see the subject walk away into the night and through the rain, as well as into the half-light and through the flame. These lines carry a sense of both desperation and hope, highlighting the paradox that often accompanies a difficult time in one's life.
Towards the end of the song, the singer shifts again, reflecting on the way the world is and the way people are, saying that "true colors fly in blue and black" and describing a "bruised silken sky and burning flag." This imagery shows the contrast between beauty and destruction, which is echoed in the final lines of the song, which repeat the refrain to "let it go" to "fade away" and become "wide awake."
Line by Line Meaning
If you twist and turn away
If you try to avoid or escape from something
If you tear yourself in two again
If you emotionally hurt yourself by being indecisive
If I could, yes I would
If possible, I'd do it without hesitation
If I could, I would
If it were possible, I'd do it without hesitation
Let it go
Release your burdens and problems
Surrender
Give in and let go of control
Dislocate
Fracture or separate from the current situation
If I could throw this lifeless lifeline to the wind
If I could let go of this inanimate support
Leave this heart of clay
Abandon this vulnerable and fragile heart
See you walk, walk away
Watch you depart without intervention
Into the night
Disappear into the obscurity of the dark
And through the rain
Endure the cascading precipitation
Into the half-light
Move into the partial illumination
And through the flame
Endure the blazing fire
If I could through myself
If I could through self-sacrifice
Set your spirit free, I'd lead your heart away
Liberate you and guide you away
See you break, break away
See you fracture and escape
Into the light
Into the brightness of new beginnings
And to the day
Towards a brighter future
To let it go
Experience the relief of letting go
And so to fade away
To disappear and discontinue existence
Wide awake
Fully alert and conscious
I'm wide awake
I'm fully alert and conscious
I'm not sleeping
I'm not unconscious
If you should ask then maybe they'd
They might reveal it when questioned
Tell you what I would say
What I would possibly say
True colors fly in blue and black
True feelings are revealed in sadness and bruises
Bruised silken sky and burning flag
A sky of deep purple with a flag on fire
Colors crash, collide in bloodshot eyes
Emotions and colors blend in red and aching eyes
This desperation
This overwhelming hopelessness
Separation, condemnation
Being parted from and then judged by others
Revelation in temptation
A self-realization when faced with temptation
Isolation, desolation
Feeling alone and distressed
Oh now, and so to fade away
Letting go of life and fading away
Oh, no, no, no
Expressing emphatic denial
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adam Clayton, Dave Evans, Larry Mullen, Paul Hewson
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Odium Pugnator
@George Fitness
Was this a "Battle of the Rock Singers" competition?
"Not many...", allows for some, which can also be a good number of rock singers.
From another of those 'not so many' great rock singers,
De Duh, duh, duh
De da, da, da
Is all I want to say to you.
😁
Anita Gross
As I delve into the depths of nostalgia, the evocative chords of U2's "Bad" carry me back to a time when life was a tapestry of raw emotions and unbridled passion. The haunting melody of this song resurfaces memories of a chapter filled with both darkness and hope, where the echoes of a turbulent journey intertwine with the resilient spirit of youth.
In the corridors of my mind, I revisit the tale of a restless soul, yearning to break free from the chains of conformity. It was within this backdrop that I encountered a kindred spirit—a troubled soul whose pain resonated with the lyrics of "Bad." Together, we embarked on a rollercoaster ride of shared experiences, fuelled by our hunger for meaning and a thirst for connection.
As the song's crescendo washed over us, we were transported to a realm where time stood still. The weight of our collective struggles became intertwined with the impassioned vocals, as if the music itself was an outlet for our inner turmoil. In the midst of chaos, "Bad" became a refuge, a sanctuary where our shared vulnerabilities found solace.
Through the highs and lows of our journey, we clung to one another, seeking solace in the darkness, while yearning for the light. The lyrics of "Bad" served as a mantra, a reminder that redemption was possible even in the face of adversity. In our shared experiences and unyielding support, we found the strength to face our demons and strive for a better tomorrow.
Yet, as our paths diverged, the echoes of "Bad" lingered, a poignant reminder of the trials we endured and the bond we forged. The song encapsulated the raw emotions we once shared, the scars we carried, and the resilience that emerged from our collective struggles.
Now, as I listen to the haunting strains of "Bad," I am transported back to a time of profound growth and self-discovery. The song serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit that resides within us all, reminding me that even in the face of darkness, there is always the possibility of finding light.
The story embedded within "Bad" continues to resonate within the depths of my soul, a testament to the transformative power of music and the connections we form along life's unpredictable journey. And as I immerse myself in its melodies, I am reminded that the scars we carry are not merely reminders of our past, but symbols of our resilience and capacity to overcome.
Dan Bongard
This is, without a doubt, one of the greatest concert moments in history.
Brian McDonald
I was 17 years old, sitting watching this late Saturday afternoon, eagerly waiting on Queen coming on. Bono is a GOD.
Mark Santos
Yes!
john keys
Yes. Yes. Yes. 10000000%.
Michael G
U2 and Queen were the only performers that day who went onstage to leave something unique people would never forget. Many acts that day performed great sets, but they simply went on, performed, and got offstage. U2 & Queen made the crowd a part of their sets.
Patricia Que
Affirnative
The Shalom Peace
Probably one of the greatest live performances of all time
302VetteLife
You missed Queens?
fred scuttle
LIVE BAND LINKS UP AND MOVES THE WHOLE 72000............IMMENSE PERFORMANCE
Caelan Carnachan
Queen better