Bono was born in Dublin, Ireland, and raised in a mixed-religion household, which influenced his artistic expression.
He formed U2 in 1976 with fellow students, marking the beginning of a legendary music career.
Bono is known for his impassioned vocal style, often delivered in a high register with a three-octave range.
Biography
Early Life
Paul David Hewson, widely known as Bono, was born on May 10, 1960, in Dublin, Ireland. He was raised in a mixed-religion household, with a mother who was a member of the Church of Ireland and a father who was Roman Catholic. Bono's early life was marked by the loss of his mother at a young age, which deeply influenced his artistic expression. He attended various schools, including Mount Temple Comprehensive School, where he first began to explore his musical talents.
Musical Career
Bono's musical journey began in 1976 when he, along with David Evans (The Edge), Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr., formed the band U2 after responding to a bulletin board advertisement. Initially named "Feedback" and later "The Hype," the band eventually settled on the name U2. Bono's role evolved from playing guitar to becoming the lead vocalist, a transition that marked the beginning of his iconic career. U2 gained international fame with their unique blend of alternative rock and post-punk, characterized by Bono's impassioned vocal style and socially conscious lyrics. Over the years, U2 has released numerous albums, including notable works like "The Joshua Tree" and "Achtung Baby."
Activism and Philanthropy
Beyond music, Bono is renowned for his activism and philanthropy. His commitment to social justice was ignited after witnessing a benefit show for Amnesty International in 1979. He has been involved in various humanitarian efforts, including the Band Aid charity single and the Live Aid concert. Bono's humanitarian work extends to Africa, where he and his wife, Ali Hewson, spent time volunteering in Ethiopia, developing educational programs for children. His activism has earned him numerous accolades, including the Knight of the Legion of Honour and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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Discography
The Singles Collection2022
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Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story2022
- 1.Surrender (intro)0:41
- 2.I, Chapter 1: Lights of Home16:57
- 3.I, Chapter 2: Out of Control11:40
- 4.I, Chapter 3: Iris (Hold Me Close)30:43
- 5.I, Chapter 4: Cedarwood Road24:10
- 6.I, Chapter 5: Stories for Boys22:26
- 7.I, Chapter 6: Song for Someone29:40
- 8.I, Chapter 7: I Will Follow26:00
- 9.I, Chapter 8: 11 O’Clock Tick Tock57:05
- 10.I, Chapter 9: Invisible59:20
- 11.I, Chapter 10: October32:50
- 12.I, Chapter 11: Two Hearts Beat as One29:35
- 13.I, Chapter 12: Sunday Bloody Sunday43:07
- 14.I, Chapter 13: Bad24:23
- 15.I, Chapter 14: Bullet the Blue Sky20:27
- 16.I, Chapter 15: Where the Streets Have No Name21:02
- 17.I, Chapter 16: With or Without You27:52
- 18.I, Chapter 17: Desire21:39
- 19.II, Chapter 18: Who’s Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses25:19
- 20.II, Chapter 19: Until the End of the World26:55
- 21.II, Chapter 20: One31:43
- 22.II, Chapter 21: The Fly39:47
- 23.II, Chapter 22: Even Better Than the Real Thing14:27
- 24.II, Chapter 23: Mysterious Ways25:00
- 25.II, Chapter 24: Stuck in a Moment22:37
- 26.II, Chapter 25: Wake Up Dead Man34:16
- 27.II, Chapter 26: The Showman42:17
- 28.II, Chapter 27: Pride (In the Name of Love)49:57
- 29.III, Chapter 28: Beautiful Day35:17
- 30.III, Chapter 29: Crumbs from Your Table27:13
- 31.III, Chapter 30: Miracle Drug62:31
- 32.III, Chapter 31: Vertigo29:15
- 33.III, Chapter 32: Ordinary Love43:27
- 34.III, Chapter 33: City of Blinding Lights22:18
- 35.III, Chapter 34: Get Out of Your Own Way39:09
- 36.III, Chapter 35: Every Breaking Wave35:11
- 37.III, Chapter 36: I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For39:08
- 38.III, Chapter 37: Love Is Bigger Than Anything in Its Way28:34
- 39.III, Chapter 38: Moment of Surrender34:17
- 40.III, Chapter 39: Landlady5:58
- 41.III, Chapter 40: Breathe8:30
- 42.[outro, credits]1:57
Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark2011
- 1.NY Debut (instrumental)3:10
- 2.Boy Falls From the Sky4:28
- 3.Rise Above 13:54
- 4.Picture This3:39
- 5.I Just Can't Walk Away (Say It Now)3:26
- 6.Bouncing Off the Walls3:00
- 7.Pull the Trigger4:02
- 8.No More3:45
- 9.DIY World2:57
- 10.If the World Should End3:47
- 11.Sinistereo3:17
- 12.A Freak Like Me Needs Company3:42
- 13.Rise Above 24:23
- 14.Turn Off the Dark4:07
The Complete Solo Recordings, Volume 52003
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The Lonely Planet2003
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The Complete Solo Projects, Volume 42001
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The Complete Solo Projects, Volume 32000
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The Complete Solo Projects, Volume Two1998
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The Complete Solo Projects Volume 11997
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The Showman (Stories of Surrender version)2025
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We Are the People2021
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America's Song2009
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Don’t Give Up (Africa)2006
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Across the Universe2005
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When the Stars Go Blue2002
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New Day1999
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In the Name of the Father1994
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I've Got You Under My Skin
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Stories of Surrender EP2025
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1983-11-xx: The Inside Track, ABC Radioshow, New York City, NY, USA
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1984-11-xx: WBCN, Boston, MA, USA
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1981-05-27: WBCN, Boston, MA, USA
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1981-08-19: BBC Radio 1
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1982-07-xx: Dave Fanning Show, RTE, Dublin, Ireland
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1982-12-14: Stockholm
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- Record label
- Island Records
Achievements
- Award
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Award
- Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
- Award
- Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
- Award
- MusiCares Person of the Year
- Award
- Philadelphia Liberty Medal
- Award
- TED Prize
- Award
- NAACP Image Award – Chairman's Award
- Award
- Grammy Awards
- Award
- doctor honoris causa of Keiō University
- Award
- Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- Award
- Officer of the Order of Liberty
- Award
- Time Person of the Year
- Award
- Man of Peace
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Award
- Order of Merit (Ukraine), 3rd class
- Award
- Presidential Medal of Freedom
- Award
- Member of the European Order of Merit
Groups
- Artists Against AIDS Worldwidecurrent
- Band Aid 30current
- MDH Bandcurrent
- Passengerscurrent
- The Conspiratorscurrent
- The Dalton Brotherscurrent
- U2guitar, harmonica, lead vocalscurrent
Played together with
Adam ClaytonU2 · bass guitar
Larry Mullen, Jr.U2 · background vocals, membranophone, percussion- PassengersU2
- Terry LawlessU2 · additional, keyboard
The EdgeU2 · background vocals, guitar, keyboard, piano
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Paul David Hewson
Paul David Hewson, known by the nickname Bono, is an Irish singer-songwriter and activist. He is a founding member, the lead vocalist, and primary lyricist of the rock band U2. Bono is known for his impassioned vocal style as well as his grandiose songwriting and performance style. His lyrics frequently include social and political themes, and religious imagery inspired by his Christian faith.
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