Music Monday

One of the most popular bands in the world, for over two decades, has been U2.

I am not a die hard fan, but I do appreciate their music. It has one of the most distinct sounds I have ever heard. If I had to sum it up in one phrase, I would choose "constant motion." It's almost impossible to listen to most U2 music and stay still. The rhythm just pulses in, invited or not. Although its rhythmic pulse makes it okay for dancing, it is more perfect as work-out music. The constant motion underlying Bono's soaring voice is good for motivating feet to keep on running. That same motion makes for a great laser light show, too. I saw an amazing laser light show set to U2 music while on a rather strange date back in my college days. We won't go down that path now. Another intriguing aspect of their music is the way Christian themes are often tied into the lyrics. There are many different interpretations for the lyrics of their songs, but one view of the song I showcase today is that Bono is singing about the Holy Spirit. Who knows what his intentions were, but it's interesting to think about.

Mysterious Ways