ndmaxfield
War Child
Best song on the album. To me, this is mature U2 mastering and elevating early U2 so wonderfully.
That's a great idea, pairing it with Red Flag Day.Is this the tour we'll finally get Drowning Man?
Unbelievable song - so much energy and life to it. One of my favorites. I wish it could become a huge hit, but, sadly, won't because of the baggage and age of the band.
What band at this late stage is making music like this?
Red Flag Day feels like a demo they've had leftover from Boy or War....especially when Edge sings backup on the chorus - each time he does I could swear I am listening to War.
Not many bands have lasted this long in their original incarnation. Right now, Rush is the only other one I can think of.
This song also works well on a metaphorical level ....the danger of loving and losing someone.This song is a standout track.
What brings it to the next level is the contrast between the energetic music and the depressing lyrics once I figured out what the song was about.
A red flag day means don't go into the water because it is too dangerous. So I was wondering why the line "Baby let's get in the water." Why would someone risk it? Unless the alternative choice (not getting in the water) was even worse.
Then it clicked. This song goes well with Summer of Love. They are both about Syrian refugees trying to escape the death in their country. Red Flag Day is about a lover convincing his loved one to go in the water to leave their country even though they will probably die in the process. Hence why "I can feel your body shaking." I originally thought the shaking was like dancing, but when I figured out the song, I realized it is shaking in fear of death.
In interviews, Bono has spoken about the refugees getting on makeshift rafts to escape only to die..."Not even news today, So many lost in the sea last night, One word that the sea can’t say is no, no, no..."
The opening lines show the desperation of wanting to escape Syria to save his loved one.
"I am made of all that I'm afraid of
Most afraid of losing you
Hell's the season
You're the reason that I even dreamt of getting through"
Ok, I’m going to shut down this avenue of discussion before it spirals out of control. Please continue on discussing Red Flag Day.
I mean no offense Psycho, but I’m doing everyone a favor.
This song also works well on a metaphorical level ....the danger of loving and losing someone.
No offense taken....just a side comment not meant to derail. Back to talking about this great song.
There have been some thread killing Rush/U2 situations. Hate to see it again. Lol.
Ps. Love your posts. One of the best new additions around.
You're going to get me in trouble now.You mean that Red Flag Day doesn’t remind anyone of Tom Sawyer?
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well upon further research, the red flag that bono references can have multiple meanings...
1. Red flag warning - is a weather term for very hot weather and possibly turbulent seas. Don't quote me on this one. Hence, the repeated references to getting in the water and getting out of town during the worst weather where possibly no one would see you. Who knows?
2. Red flag significance - very prominent with communist and socialist countries as a symbol of their nations. Could be referencing the oppressing leadership in the countries where all of these refugees are fleeing. Who knows?
Either way, its catchy as hell and i continue to sing it at the top of my lungs in my car
This song is a standout track.
What brings it to the next level is the contrast between the energetic music and the depressing lyrics once I figured out what the song was about.
A red flag day means don't go into the water because it is too dangerous. So I was wondering why the line "Baby let's get in the water." Why would someone risk it? Unless the alternative choice (not getting in the water) was even worse.
Then it clicked. This song goes well with Summer of Love. They are both about Syrian refugees trying to escape the death in their country. Red Flag Day is about a lover convincing his loved one to go in the water to leave their country even though they will probably die in the process. Hence why "I can feel your body shaking." I originally thought the shaking was like dancing, but when I figured out the song, I realized it is shaking in fear of death.
In interviews, Bono has spoken about the refugees getting on makeshift rafts to escape only to die..."Not even news today, So many lost in the sea last night, One word that the sea can’t say is no, no, no..."
The opening lines show the desperation of wanting to escape Syria to save his loved one.
"I am made of all that I'm afraid of
Most afraid of losing you
Hell's the season
You're the reason that I even dreamt of getting through"
Well upon further research, the Red Flag that Bono references can have multiple meanings...
1. Red Flag Warning - Is a Weather term for very hot weather and possibly turbulent seas. don't quote me on this one. Hence, the repeated references to getting in the water and getting out of town during the worst weather where possibly no one would see you. Who knows?
2. Red Flag Significance - Very prominent with Communist and Socialist countries as a symbol of their nations. Could be referencing the oppressing leadership in the countries where all of these refugees are fleeing. Who knows?
Either way, its catchy as hell and I continue to sing it at the top of my lungs in my car