God Part II

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About God Part II

"God Part II" is a song by rock band U2, and the fourteenth track from their 1988 album Rattle and Hum.


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Don't believe the devil
I don't believe his book
But the truth is not the same
Without the lies he made up

Don't believe in excess
Success is to give
Don't believe in riches
But you should see where I live
I, I believe in love

Don't believe in forced entry
Don't believe in rape
But every time she passes by
Wild thoughts escape
I don't believe in death row
Skid row or the gangs
Don't believe in the Uzi
It just went off in my hand
I, I believe in love

Don't believe in cocaine
Got a speed-ball in my head
I could cut and crack you open
Do you hear what I said
Don't believe them when they tell me
There ain't no cure
The rich stay healthy
While the sick stay poor
I, I believe in love

Don't believe in Goldman
His type like a curse
Instant karma's going to get him
If I don't get him first
Don't believe that rock 'n' roll
Can really change the world
As it spins in revolution
It spirals and turns
I, I believe in love

Don't believe in the 60's
The golden age of pop
You glorify the past
When the future dries up
Heard a singer on the radio
late last night
He says he's gonna kick the darkness
'Til it bleeds daylight
I, I believe in love

Love
Love
Love
Love

I feel like I'm falling
Like I'm spinning on a wheel
It always stops beside of me
With a presence I can feel
I, I believe in love
Stop

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U2 are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1976, the group consists of Bono (vocals and guitar), The Edge (guitar, keyboards, and vocals), Adam Clayton (bass guitar), and Larry Mullen, Jr. (drums and percussion). U2's early sound was rooted in post-punk but eventually grew to incorporate influences from many genres of popular music. Throughout the group's musical pursuits, they have maintained a sound built on melodic instrumentals, highlighted by The Edge's timbrally varied guitar sounds and Bono's expressive vocals. Their lyrics, often embellished with spiritual imagery, focus on personal themes and sociopolitical concerns. more »

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Written by: ADAM CLAYTON, DAVE EVANS, LARRY MULLEN, PAUL HEWSON

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10 facts about this song

Song Inspiration
"God Part II" is a direct response to "God", a track by the musician, John Lennon. The song title itself appears to suggest a continuation or response to Lennon's original track.
Album Inclusion
This track is part of U2's sixth studio album, "Rattle and Hum". The album was released in October 1988.
Song Composition
The song consists of edgy guitar riffs and intense vocals by frontman Bono. The song showcases a more hard rock sound, a bit different from the band's usual style.
Lyrical Theme
The song lyrics directly address various social issues and ideas, including consumerism, fame, and violence. It also criticizes individuals Bono considered to be destructive in society.
Music Video
The music video for the song, released in 1989, was directed by Phil Joanou and features black-and-white footage of the band members.
Tour Performance
The song was regularly performed during the band's Lovetown Tour in 1989, but hasn't been played live since 1990.
Song Duration
"God Part II" has a duration of 3 minutes and 15 seconds, making it one of the shorter tracks on the album.
Song Structure
It is unique in its layout, being one of the few U2 songs that do not include a repeated chorus.
Album Reception
"Rattle and Hum", the album on which "God Part II" appeared, got mixed reviews but was nonetheless commercially successful, reaching No.1 on the US Billboard 200 and UK album charts.
Continuing Influence
The song inspired the name of a rock band, "Noise of Human Art", based on a lyric from the track: "I don't believe in the '60s, in the

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