While in lockdown, Bono's been tuning in to some of the inspirational Irish musicians who've been the soundtrack to his life.
Earlier today he told Ryan Tubridy on RTÉ Radio 1 what he’s been up to - ‘I’m reading… writing… I’m making lists…’ including his favourite Irish songs from over the years, telling Ryan “You can have it if you want… everything from the Fontaines, the great Shane McGowan… Van Morrison… Thin Lizzy…’.
He also talked about the band’s efforts to support the work of the Irish government in securing personal protective equipment for health workers in the fight against Covid-19.
'They are the people we went to work for,' he explained, paying tribute to frontline health workers. 'I've seen those looks before, but never at home in Ireland. It's a different level of courage.'
Check out The Full Irish! and tell us what you think in the comments below.
(Bit of a U2 day for Ryan Tubridy. It kicked off with Bono and tonight Adam will join him as a guest on The Late Late Show).
Happy Birthday. I remember an enthusiasm for Engine Alley one time. Mrs Winters a slot in at 41 perhaps.
xgarcia
09 May, 2020
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to Bono, 60....it's hard to believe it. Seems that I have known him for a whole life.
TerryMartin
09 May, 2020
U2 fan.
Happy birthday Mr Hewson. ..welcome to the 60.s club. ..really enjoyed the interview. .some great songs you picked. All the best for you and the family and the band of course! ..
tomclaeys
09 May, 2020
Happy birthday
Happy birthday great man
pablobello77
09 May, 2020
Feliz cumpleaños Bono
Que pases un bonito día con tus seres queridos...
Lemonette
09 May, 2020
My list for Bono-songs by my neighbors i
Bono listen to Tyler Childers, poet of the Big Sandy: “ All Your’n” - heartfelt performance and good lyrics. “ I Will Follow You to Virgie “ ( Virgie is a small community in E. KY”) Chris Stapleton : “Sometimes I Cry” - country blues
❤️ Happy Birthday! ❤️ Teresa - Lemonette
Sandrobono12
09 May, 2020
Happy Birthday Bono
I wish you the best, for you and your family. I hope to see you in Cologne.
bonovx
09 May, 2020
Happy Birthday Bono
Wishing you a very warm and happy birthday today Bono. Blessings to you and all of your family. Put your feet up, relax and have a Guinness on me.
Isaiah
09 May, 2020
Happy Birthday!
Thank you for your gift of music, I hope you have a blessed day✌️
PatyMelina
09 May, 2020
What a nice surprise
I was so happy, inspired and motivated to listen to this beautiful voice, telling us about his daily life during quarentene! It was confortant and delightfull to know what this brilliant soul is up to. This interview crossed the ocean and reached us here in Brazil! Hands up to Ryan as well that asked the most intelligent and interesting questions that every fan would like to ask for. Cheers!
Shannon387
09 May, 2020
Great list!
Nice list! I love hearing what the band are listening to. I've discovered a lot of different artists that way.
Happiest of Birthdays to Bono!! Sending you much love, always.
jonny_mulligan
09 May, 2020
Happy birthday bono
Happy birthday bono from Betty Molly Locky and Jonny
musicabona
09 May, 2020
Wonderful interview!
It´s a great pleasure to listen to Bono´s beautiful and sincere thoughts. I´m moved by his comments about the courage and efforts of frontline workers. In these times U2´s donation to provide essential things like masks is very generous. I love Bono´s words about Ireland´s history, diversity and his clear commitment To Europe. He has made great use of this time to write, read and create lists. Early memories like the first impressions of The Beatles reveal much passion for music and on the list there are some amazing Irish musicians and their songs.
May Bono have a wonderful 60th birthday with his family!
alibono
08 May, 2020
❤️
I could listen to Bono for hours...days.....
What a voice, what a storyteller. I love this guy