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U2 Unveil New Album 'Songs Of Innocence' And Give It Away For Free!

Fans were able to download Bono and Co's new LP on iTunes following their appearance at the Apple press event in California...

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Wednesday, September 10, 2014 - 09:11

U2 have 'done a Beyoncé' and surprised fans with the release of their new album, which is available for free on iTunes.

The Irish rockers made the announcement after performing at a two-hour press event in California confirming the release of the new iPhone 6, iPhone Plus and Apple Watch.

The album, titled Songs of Innocence, features eleven brand new tracks and despite being available to download for free on iTunes now, will get its official release on October 13.

Speaking of their new LP, frontman Bono said: "From the very beginning U2 have always wanted our music to reach as many people as possible, the clue is in our name I suppose - so today is kind of mind-blowing to us.

"The most personal album we've written could be shared with half a billion people… by hitting send. If only songwriting was that easy. 

"It's exciting and humbling to think that people who don't know U2 or listen to rock music for that matter might check us out."

He added: "Working with Apple is always a blast. They only want to do things that haven't been done before - that's a thrill to be part of."

U2 - Songs of Innocence tracklisting: 

'The Miracle (of Joey Ramone)'
'Every Breaking Wave'
'California (There is No End to Love)'
'Song for Someone'
'Iris (Hold Me Close)'
'Volcano'
'Raised by Wolves'
'Cedarwood Road'
'Sleep Like a Baby Tonight'
'This Is Where You Can Reach Me Now'
'The Troubles' featuring Lykke Li

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Magnificent
Oh, oh, magnificent

I was born, I was born to be with you
In this space and time
After that and ever after
I haven't had a clue
Only to break rhyme
This foolishness
Can leave a heart black and blue, oh, oh

Only love
Only love can leave such a mark
But only love
Only love can heal such a scar

I was born, I was born to sing for you
I didn't have a choice but to lift you up
And sing whatever song you wanted me to
I give you back my voice from the womb
My first cry, it was a joyful noise, oh, oh

Only love
Only love can leave such a mark
But only love
Only love can heal such a scar
Justified 'til we die
You and I will magnify
Oh, oh, oh, magnificent
Magnificent, oh, oh

Only love
Only love can leave such a mark
But only love
Only love unites our hearts
Justified 'til we die
You and I will magnify
Oh, oh, oh, magnificent
Magnificent
Writer(s): Bono, Clayton Adam Lyrics powered by www.musixmatch.com
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