Vocalist made a list of some of his favorite songs at all times – among them, one of Mother Monster’s great hits
In May 2020, Bono He celebrated his 60th anniversary with an unusual tribute to some of his favorite artists. The vocalist of U2 He wrote, as if he were in the skin of the fans, letters to his idols by choosing his favorite music of each.
The material was published on the band’s official website with the name of 60 Songs that saved my life (“60 songs that saved my life”in Portuguese).
Among the contemplated icons were Beatles, David Bowie, Bob Dylan and Van Morrisonartists constantly praised by Bono. These are names that influenced him to be interested in music, to set up the U2 and face difficult periods in life.
He explained his intention with the list:
“These are some of the songs that saved my life. Those without which I could not have lived … those that led me from here, from zero to 60 … by all the misconduct, all kinds of discomfort, from the serious to silly … and for joy, especially joy.”
And added:
“I wanted to thank the artists and everyone who helped create them. They were doing the same for me … I’m writing a fan letter to follow each song and try to explain my fascination.”
Lady Gaga on the list
A surprise, however, was the inclusion of “Born this way”from Lady Gaga. In the “Letter” directed to pop singer, Bono praised the quality of the song and explained why she likes her so much:
“Dear Lady Gaga, when he first heard it, I knew, like everyone, how clear the concept was and that the chorus would be one of those! It was the second time I realized the lyrical power of the presentation with verses like ‘God does not make mistakes.”
Bono added:
“A song may be too perfect, but this is not … her perfection is in the fact that she loves the cracks we all fell. Some in high heels, some on the floor or knee. Gaga, you have overcome all the others with this one. This song will be sung forever.”
Lady Gaga and “Born This Way”
“Born this way” He left on the album of the same name released in 2011. It was Lady Gaga’s second studio album. Music speaks of empowerment, both female and LGBTQIAPN+ and racial minorities.
The songs that saved Bono’s life
1. Luciano Pavarotti, Bono & Zucchero – Miserere
2. Sex Pistols – Anarchy in the UK
3. Kanye West – Black Skinhead
4. Billie Eilish – Everything I Wanted
5. David Bowie – Life on Mars?
6. The Beatles – I Want to Hold Your Hand
7. Ramones – Swallow My Pride
8. The Clash – Safe European Home
9. PUBLIC ENEMY – FIGHT THE POWER
10. Patti Smith – People have the power
11. John Lennon – Mother
12. The Rolling Stones – Ruby Tuesday
13. Elton John – Daniel
14. Andrea Bocelli- Con Te partiro
15. Elvis Presley – Heartbreak Hotel
16. Johnny Cash – Hurt
17. This Mortal Coil – Song to The Siren
18. Kraftwerk – Neon Lights
19. The Fugees – Killing Me Softly With Hiss Song
20. Prince – When Doves Cry
21. Daft Punk Feat Pharrell Williams & Nile Rodgers – Get Lucky
22. Madonna – Ray of Light
23. Jay -Z Feat Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind
24. Talking Heads – Love Goes to Building on Fire
25. Lou Reed – Satellite of Love
26. The Verve – Bitter Sweet Symphony
27. Joy Division – Love Will Tear Us Apart
28. New Order – True Faith
29. REM – Nightswimming
30. Adele – Chasing Pavements
31. Arcade Fire – Wake Up
32. Pixies – Monkey Gone to Heaven
33. Oasis – Live Forever
34. Iggy Pop – Lust for Life
35. Gavin Friday – Angel
36. Massive Attack – Safe from Harm
37. Kendrick Lamar Feat U2 – XXX
38. Bob Marley & The Walers – Redemption Song
39. Echo and the Bunnymen – Rescue
40. Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit
41. Pearl Jam – Jeremy
42. Bob Dylan – Most of the Time
43. Beyoncé Feat Kendrick Lamar – Freedom
44. Depeche Mode – Walking in My Shoes
45. Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – Into My Arms
46. Simon & Garfunkel – The Sounds of Silence
47. Coldplay – Clocks
48. INXS – NEVER TEAR US APART
49. New Radicals – You Get What You Give
50. Angelique Kidjo – Agolo
51. Lady Gaga – Born this way
52. Frank Sinatra & Bono – Under My Skin
53. David Bowie – Heroes
54. Simple Minds – New Gold Dream (81/82/83/84)
55. Sinéad O’Connor – You Made Me The Thief of Your Heart
56. Van Morrison – A Sense of Wonder
57. Bruce Springsteen – There Goes My Miracle
58. Daniel Lanois – The Maker
59. Peter Frampton – Show Me The Way
60. Bee Gees – Immortality – Demo Version
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Source: Rollingstone
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