cobl04
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Okay, now I have been getting worked about Achtung Baby for the past three or four days, because Bono said it was the sound of four men tearing down the Joshua Tree. Also, I had high expectations because it seems everyone everywhere likes it. But today I got it, and here is the review.
Zoo Station
I put it on in CD player in the car on the way home from the shop, and immediately noticed Zoo Station. I have about three or four Aussie Rules Footy videos at home, and this song, or the intro, plays at the start. So I was like, 'cool, I didn't know this was by U2'. I was thrown off a bit by the first verse, I didn't like the distorted sound at first, but I got into it.
3/5
Even Better Than The Real Thing
Quite a good song. One of the rockier songs I've heard by U2. I don't think it's that great personally, but I still liked it.
3.5/5
One
Contrary to most other people's views on this forum, I don't think this song is that great. It gets better as it goes along. the lyrics are obviously quite deep and emotional.
3/5
Until The End Of The World
I did some research, and discovered that this is this forum's favourite song off of Achtung Baby by looking at the Worst song Survivor. I would disagree, but I think its the best of the first four songs. The third verse is the best.
3.5/5
Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses
Immediately my favourite song off the album. The chorus is absolutely to die for. It's probably the most traditional song off this album. The intro is terrible, though.
4.5/5
So Cruel
According to Worst song survivor the second worst song on the album. I didn't like it a great deal either. It reminds me of Alex Lloyd's Amazing quite a bit. The chorus is nice.
2.5/5
The Fly
The song, itself isn't great but Edge's guitar solo...
. This was my first listen and I thought that solo was terrific. The chorus is also pretty good, but it's the solo that is the best part.
3/5
Mysterious Ways
I really like the chorus. It's really catchy. It's actually quite a good song. I can see why it was released as a single.
3.5/5
Tryin' To Throw Your Arms Around The World
According to this very forum, the WORST song off Achtung Baby. I disagree wholeheartedly. I thought this song was actually pretty good. I think I would have voted for it a few times.
3/5
Ultra Violet (Light My Way)
Another one I really liked. Has a good rythym, and flows really well. I like the guitar. Currently my second favourite song.
4/5
Acrobat
This was pretty good. I really enjoyed it, especially the 'I know your time is coming round, don't let the bastards grind you down' part.
Good song! Would kick ass live.
3.5/5
Love Is Blindness
Obviously the dakest song on the album, and I think it's a good way to finish the album. It's a good song, but probably sounds better in headphones.
3/5
Overall - The first thing I want to stress is that this was my first listen to the album, so things are going to change. You guys have known it for 14 years, and I hadn't heard any of the songs before today. But it is quite good. I kept the reciept in case I wanted to take it back, but I will rip up that reciept.
So - the final verdict - or 
?
It's gonna take me a few listens to get into, but I think it definitely has potential.
Zoo Station
I put it on in CD player in the car on the way home from the shop, and immediately noticed Zoo Station. I have about three or four Aussie Rules Footy videos at home, and this song, or the intro, plays at the start. So I was like, 'cool, I didn't know this was by U2'. I was thrown off a bit by the first verse, I didn't like the distorted sound at first, but I got into it.
3/5
Even Better Than The Real Thing
Quite a good song. One of the rockier songs I've heard by U2. I don't think it's that great personally, but I still liked it.
3.5/5
One
Contrary to most other people's views on this forum, I don't think this song is that great. It gets better as it goes along. the lyrics are obviously quite deep and emotional.
3/5
Until The End Of The World
I did some research, and discovered that this is this forum's favourite song off of Achtung Baby by looking at the Worst song Survivor. I would disagree, but I think its the best of the first four songs. The third verse is the best.
3.5/5
Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses
Immediately my favourite song off the album. The chorus is absolutely to die for. It's probably the most traditional song off this album. The intro is terrible, though.
4.5/5
So Cruel
According to Worst song survivor the second worst song on the album. I didn't like it a great deal either. It reminds me of Alex Lloyd's Amazing quite a bit. The chorus is nice.
2.5/5
The Fly
The song, itself isn't great but Edge's guitar solo...
. This was my first listen and I thought that solo was terrific. The chorus is also pretty good, but it's the solo that is the best part.3/5
Mysterious Ways
I really like the chorus. It's really catchy. It's actually quite a good song. I can see why it was released as a single.
3.5/5
Tryin' To Throw Your Arms Around The World
According to this very forum, the WORST song off Achtung Baby. I disagree wholeheartedly. I thought this song was actually pretty good. I think I would have voted for it a few times.
3/5
Ultra Violet (Light My Way)
Another one I really liked. Has a good rythym, and flows really well. I like the guitar. Currently my second favourite song.
4/5
Acrobat
This was pretty good. I really enjoyed it, especially the 'I know your time is coming round, don't let the bastards grind you down' part.
Good song! Would kick ass live.3.5/5
Love Is Blindness
Obviously the dakest song on the album, and I think it's a good way to finish the album. It's a good song, but probably sounds better in headphones.
3/5
Overall - The first thing I want to stress is that this was my first listen to the album, so things are going to change. You guys have known it for 14 years, and I hadn't heard any of the songs before today. But it is quite good. I kept the reciept in case I wanted to take it back, but I will rip up that reciept.
So - the final verdict -
or ?It's gonna take me a few listens to get into, but I think it definitely has potential.
and wouldn't think of parting with them.
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