Beautiful Day I [Single] by U2

Pros: Critical accolades for this song have been overwhelming.
Cons: It's a softer side of rock music.

The throbbing heartbeat of a bass drum that kicks in at the beginning of this song and the melodic energy in this CD single announces to the listener that this is U2. The song 'Beautiful Day' is smooth and cheerful, its a happy uplifting rockish tune...

Pros: Bonos Vocals, Poetic Lyrics, Fabulous Instrumentals
Cons: Intro might be a turn off

Pros: All three songs are excellent.
Cons: There are only three songs.

I am one of those U2 fans that feels compelled to buy everything the band releases, and I’m not just talking about the albums. I’m talking about singles, videos, soundtracks, side-projects etc. Friends have often asked questions like, “Why bother buying...

Pros: Summer Rain is awesome!
Cons: None!

I confess, I am a huge U2 fan - their CD's take up the first 11 slots in my home CD player, and the only slot in my car CD player.

Their new song, Beautiful Day, is a great song in pure U2 fashion - I don't think anyone would argue with...

Pros: U2 are ROCKING!
Cons: I like other songs on the album EVEN MORE!

When I first heard the song, I was pleased to hear U2 producing more of the same - great rock music. I admit, it took a while for the song to really grow on me, and there are other, better songs on the album... but U2 have really transformed this song in...