out of my head - elise's journal

It's hard to put into words the feeling that came over me when U2 got on stage Friday night.

Overwhelming.

A feeling that there is something larger than me. I wonder if it's wrong to feel this way about something that isn't religious. I'm not comparing U2 to God, not even close. What was powerful was the crowd. I have never been in a room with so much energy (I work with children, so that's saying a lot).

Those 20 000 people became one that night.

It's like everyone forgot about their worries and preoccupations the minute they got on stage. They suddenly became aware of who they really are. That's how I felt.

It's very hard to stay indifferent to U2. Bono has such a presence. His influence on a crowd is amazing. He may be more influencial than politicians. It wouldn't surprise me. He connects with the crowd the way not many people can.

I've been to a considerable amount of concerts. I was never moved to this extent before. I might sound ridiculous, but I had tears in my eyes when they came on stage. I don't know how to explain it. I'm not even one of those intense fans. I just like their music and couldn't pass up the opportunity to see them live.

Overwhelming.

At many points, Bono stopped singing, took out his ear piece and listenned to the crowd. I can't even begin to imagine how it must feel to hear 20 000 people singing your songs.

The sound was amazing. These guys know how to perform live. I understand how they could become the greatest rock band of all time. My mom heard somewhere that their success will surpass the Beatles, because they are continuing to do music. I wouldn't be surprised.

It seems like the city was put on hold that night. U2 was in town for the first time since 1985. They expected the highway to be packed. Extra buses were on duty to help the flow of things. Arcade Fire openned for them. The members of that Canadian band are truly living through their music. They breathe through their instruments. They give it their all. If you get a chance to catch them live, it's a must.

And U2, well, there's not much more to say. They have the ability to unite a crowd of thousands of people. It's hard to stay indifferent. I was in the 300 level (very high), and everyone was up dancing and singing. I was there on Friday November 25. In the same room as U2. It was...

Overwhelming.

Thanks Kass.

# written by Elise

Comments:

I write songs. You write history. -Bono to Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin.

# posted by

Elise : 11/27/2005 8:05 PM

Wow, you're so lucky to of witnessed a U2 concert. They're making their way here to my country after a staggering length of disappearance, but it'll be AWESOME. I am busting to get my ticket now, but I think once they are on sale, they'll sell out within the first few hrs so I must study this opportunity very hard. I could understand everything you said about the performance.

They're one of the best performing live bands. And one of the best bands to be an artist producing music. Thats a lot in this world and todays age, they have a lot to be proud and successful of. I love the new layout by the way, I am still awaiting HP but it wont be long now. jac xxx

# posted by

jazzy : 11/28/2005 2:07 AM

Hey!
Wow, ça avait l'air vraiment spectaculaire!! Tu es tellement chanceuse d'y être allée... Après avoir lu ton entry + les dizaines d'articles parus dans les journaux afin de couvrir l'évènement, j'avoue regretter de ne pas m'être procurée de billets... Tu es vraiment chanceuse d'avoir vécu l'expérience U2 LOL ;)

Passe une bonne semaine!
Kass

# posted by

Kass : 11/28/2005 5:50 PM