【It's not that "Bad." Ha, that was Great.】 What else can really be said about such an amazing band? No matter what you think of U2 or its seemingly pretentious singer, there's no denying the masterful knack the band has to touch the soul.** And has been for over two decades now. For all we know, Bono isn't acting pretentious enough. Think about it...he has a power most government officials wish they had. Like the power to speak to the youth, and actually be heard. That is something U2 has done that was by choice, and should be commended for all the good done as a result. U2 is a band with a social conscience, which is not exactly a bad thing. Some think it's uncool. Some think U2 is "old" and have lost "the edge". Lest we forget the guitarist is known as The Edge?! U2 is cool because they don't want to be cool.!! Never did. They just do what they feel is right, speak up for those who need a voice, and heal those who suffer. If you're not very familiar with the band, this album is a good start. Here I've broken down the songs and put down my thoughts about each.. U2 is one of the most innovative bands of my generation. And this album combines their genius into one case of yummy CD-ness. Again the only draw back is that the album is so ridiculously good that you listen to it 80 million times and then you feel badly that you don't want to listen to it anymore, because how could you be SICK of U2?! In fact right now i am in the mood to listen to it, but my ex-boyfriend still has my cd. Hopefully he's reached the point where he's too sick of it to listen to it anymore. Anthony, if you are reading this, PLEase give me my CD back! There i said it. In anycase. I highly reccommend this compilation.!! It's even got a second CD of B-sides which are fabulous. Go out and buy it. Well, what are you waiting for... GO! GO! Why haven'y you left the house yet? Stop reading this and go. Alright tough guy. Just buy it okay????!!!!!