Books like U2 by U2 by U2

In 1975, four teenagers in a Dublin kitchen dreamed of a band, with a barely fitting drum kit, a homemade guitar, a novice bassist, and no lead singer. Over three decades, those same four musicians stayed together, driven by unwavering loyalty, idealism and a conviction that rock and roll could change the world. "U2" chronicles their journey from 1970s punk beginnings through the 1980s ascent to superstardom, the 1990s’ introspective post‑modern phase, and their 21st‑century resurgence as one of rock’s most influential bands. It covers their commercial success—over 130 million albums sold—their revolutionary live shows, their engagement with political causes, and the personal dramas that have shaped them. The memoir offers insight into the music that has defined an era while revealing faith, love, family, survival, and laughter behind the global phenomenon.

First publish date: 2006