Pride (In The Name Of Love)
Pride (In The Name Of Love)

U2 - Pride (In The Name Of Love) Lyrics

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Nov 20, 2006
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Pride (In The Name Of Love) Lyrics

One man come in the name of love
One man come and go
One man come, he to justify
One man to overthrow

In the name of love
What more in the name of love
In the name of love
What more in the name of love

One man caught on a barbed wire fence
One man he resist
One man washed on an empty beach
One man betrayed with a kiss

In the name of love
What more in the name of love
In the name of love
What more in the name of love

Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh

Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh

Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh

Early morning, April fourth
Shot rings out in the Memphis sky
Free at last, they took your life
They could not take your pride

In the name of love
What more in the name of love
In the name of love
What more in the name of love

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
For the Reverend Martin Luther King
Sing

In the name of love
What more in the name of love
In the name of love
What more in the name of love

In the name of love

Writer(s): Adam Clayton, Dave Evans, Larry Mullen, Paul David Hewson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What inspired U2 to write 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)'?

    Initially inspired by Ronald Reagan's pride in America's military power, Bono shifted the focus to Martin Luther King Jr. after reading about civil rights leaders. The song celebrates those who stand for equality and nonviolence, with King as a prime example.

  2. Who produced 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)' and where was it recorded?

    The song was produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois. It was recorded in various locations, including Slane Castle and Windmill Lane Studios in Dublin, with the latter being where the final version was completed.

  3. What error is present in the lyrics of 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)'?

    The lyrics mention Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination occurring 'Early morning, April 4,' but it actually happened in the evening. Bono acknowledges this and sometimes sings 'early evening' during live performances.

  4. How has the song 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)' been received by critics and audiences?

    Upon release, 'Pride' received mixed reviews for its lyrics but was praised for its anthem-like sound. It achieved considerable commercial success, reaching top charts in countries like New Zealand and the U.S., and remains one of U2's most popular songs.

  5. How is 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)' typically performed live by U2?

    The song has been a staple in U2's live concerts, often accompanied by clips of Martin Luther King's speeches. Over time, the key of live performances has shifted from B♭ to A, and audiences frequently join in singing the chorus.

  6. What notable event did U2 dedicate 'Pride (In The Name Of Love)' to in 2023?

    In October 2023, during a concert in Las Vegas, Bono dedicated the song to the victims of a massacre at the Nova Sukkot music festival in Israel, adapting the lyrics to reflect the tragic event.

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