Composer

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Paul Hewson / David Evans / Adam Clayton / Larry Mullen Jr.

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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5:06

"With or Without You" is a song composed by the Irish rock band U2, consisting of Paul Hewson (Bono), David Evans (The Edge), Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. The song was released on March 16, 1987, as the lead single from their fifth studio album, "The Joshua Tree." The song was a massive commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries, including the United States, where it spent three weeks at number one. The song is a slow-tempo ballad that features The Edge's signature guitar sound, which is characterized by a delay effect that creates a distinctive, atmospheric sound. The song is built around a simple chord progression, with The Edge's guitar providing the main melody. The song's lyrics are about a troubled relationship, with Bono singing about the difficulties of trying to hold on to someone who is slipping away. The song is divided into three distinct sections, with each section featuring a different instrumental arrangement. The first section features a sparse arrangement, with The Edge's guitar and Clayton's bass providing the main accompaniment. The second section features a more complex arrangement, with Mullen's drums and percussion adding a driving rhythm to the song. The final section features a return to the sparse arrangement of the first section, with Bono's vocals and The Edge's guitar taking center stage. Overall, "With or Without You" is a powerful and emotional song that showcases U2's ability to create memorable melodies and lyrics that resonate with listeners. The song's success helped to cement U2's status as one of the biggest bands in the world, and it remains one of their most beloved and iconic songs to this day.

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