| Asterik 17.06.2006 17:47 |
Does anybody know what Bono thought of Queen and Freddie Mercury. I can imagine him being annoyed by their apolitical stance but perhaps having a repsect for the music? |
| kdj2hot 17.06.2006 18:00 |
He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)... |
| Winter Land Man 17.06.2006 19:11 |
kdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" |
| Bambi 17.06.2006 23:45 |
amen. |
| Madman007 18.06.2006 01:27 |
Bono's a douche bag... end of story. And don't try to sell me the "But he helps millions of people world wide every year. He's a saint." bit because I don't buy it. Yes, he helps create awareness but beside that he's a two faced wanker. I remember the day he was gonna sing in Italy and was saying something about raising funds for Africa (great, right?) and then spending over 1,500 dollars to fly his hat, which he just needed to have for the concert, from England to Italy. He booked a private cab for the hat from England to the airport, a first class ticket on the plane for the damn thing, and booked another cab from the airport in Italy to wherever he was... why not FedEx the damn thing over night and donate the rest of the money to charity? Or better yet... SING WITH OUT IT! It's not like it's a magical music hat which makes you sing better when you wear it! What a jackass! P.S.- Just saw some pictures of him in People Magazine when he went to Africa, and he looked more uncomfortable than Dick Cheney at a gay wedding. Once again... two faced publicity whore. But at least his publicity creates awereness... damn him. P.P.S.- I don't hate U2... just Bono as a person. |
| john bodega 18.06.2006 01:45 |
Basically, any sentence that begins with "Bono's views" should be discounted and thrown in the bin. |
| Maz 18.06.2006 02:55 |
Madman007 wrote: P.S.- Just saw some pictures of him in People Magazine when he went to Africa, and he looked more uncomfortable than Dick Cheney at a gay wedding. Once again... two faced publicity whore.Back in 1986, before Bono got to be a huge star that he is today, he and his wife spent several weeks working at an orphanage in Ethiopia. Most people don't do that unless they are actually committed to the project. Whether you think he's a "publicity whore" or not, I figure he's done more real work for Africa than most of his critics. |
| deleted user 18.06.2006 03:31 |
"The man is mentally ill" -Alan Partridge |
| The prophet's song 18.06.2006 03:49 |
kdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Listen to that...that's the sound of most of the respect I had for Bono flushing down the toilet. (by the way, I may not know a hell of a lot about music, but it doesn't take a genius to see that Freddie's vocal range is WAY bigger than Bono's) |
| john bodega 18.06.2006 07:35 |
"Whether you think he's a "publicity whore" or not, I figure he's done more real work for Africa than most of his critics." Blah blah, if he had any self respect he wouldn't go on about it. Charity is something one should do anonymously, otherwise it just becomes a pissing match of "woooh look at me I've done so much for people". "but it doesn't take a genius to see that Freddie's vocal range is WAY bigger than Bono's" Irrelevant... range is the last thing one would consider when comparing Freddie to Bono. Freddie just sounds better. Bono is a tad whiny for my tastes. |
| Asterik 18.06.2006 07:52 |
None of you have answered my question hah hah, but some very good point shave been raised. I agree with Alan partridge that he's mentally ill. I'm a big fan of U2 because like Queen, it's anthemic but I can't stand his posturing. May I also ask if Bono really plays the guitar as well? |
| Serry... 18.06.2006 08:46 |
<font color=lime>KillerKing840 wrote: U2 once played We Will Rock You, so I guess they can't hate Queen completely.But they've changed all the lyrics, except "we will rock you" lines... |
| Vdo28 18.06.2006 11:32 |
I think there is a lot of jealousy about Bono. Let's just stop that. I am really no fan of U2. I don't know why, but it is not my kind of music. But I think it is great that Bono is trying to make a difference even though he sometimes uses wrong methods. |
| Digitube 18.06.2006 12:19 |
:-D Get a Life Mr. Bono... I like the stuff U2 did in the 80's, hate the crap they did in the 90's. Songs like sunday bloody sunday, Pride, The unforgettable fire, with or without you, where the streets have no name etc are great songs imo, but bitching on Freddie shows Bono is not a *real* star. If we compare Bono's performance on Live Aid with Freddie's performance on Live Aid...wellll... Need I say more? Bono was struggling for the high notes, where Freddie had a marvellous voice that day and grabbed Wembley in the palm of his hand. I almost can see Freddie giggling backstage 13 july 1985 after Queen's performance, looking at Bono, saying " now how about that dear? <-) " U2's material is easy to sing, I covered a dozen of them without difficulties. Queen songs on the contrary... :-| It seems to me Bono was/is just very jealous. He always wanted to be the greatest showman on earth. But he may be very pleased if he ever was about to came in second. Too bad dear :-D Amen <-) |
| kdj2hot 18.06.2006 12:29 |
The prophet's song wrote:Whoa, wait wait wait. I was joking. I know it's hard to be sarcastic over the internet but I thought I'd give it a try anyway. It wasn't serious I'm sure Bono holds a very high regard to Queen. He (like everyone else) concedes they were by far the best band at Live Aid. I know that for sure.kdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Listen to that...that's the sound of most of the respect I had for Bono flushing down the toilet. (by the way, I may not know a hell of a lot about music, but it doesn't take a genius to see that Freddie's vocal range is WAY bigger than Bono's) About his politics, meh. I don't really care. You can't ignore them though. You gotta say he's at a higher level than most garden variety celebrity activists because he was Time magazines man of the year (even if it was shared that's a big honor). Personally I think it's a little misguided to ask for more money for Africa. They're getting a crap load of money. The problem is corrupt leaders blowing it all on luxery cars and expensive vacations and such. If he really wanted to be an activist he would do something to bring attention to that corrupt system and make sure the money gets to the people who really need it. |
| Poo, again 18.06.2006 12:59 |
Bono must die. |
| Maz 18.06.2006 13:18 |
Zebonka12 wrote: Blah blah, if he had any self respect he wouldn't go on about it. Charity is something one should do anonymously, otherwise it just becomes a pissing match of "woooh look at me I've done so much for people".Anonymous work does not raise funds nor does it put pressure on political leaders. Under your rubric, all charity would be limited with little hope of lasting change. If someone is in a position to raise the public's consciousness, more power to them. Blah, blah. |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 18.06.2006 14:36 |
Zebonka12 wrote: Basically, any sentence that begins with "Bono's views" should be discounted and thrown in the bin.LMAO!!!! :O |
| ok.computer 18.06.2006 14:57 |
Well, let me give it to you from a "lives-on-the-island-of-Ireland" perspective. Generally we're pretty proud of the *band's* achievements....though at the same time, we know they're only Irish when they're in Ireland. Musically, no band from this island has gone on to be as genuinely huge as they are. And I still think they've a few albums and at least one more tour in them. Someone on here said "ah they're nothing special, I've covered their songs and they're really easy". So? So what? Their songs generally are simplicity epitomized. But so what? They sell massively. They are instantly recognisable. Just like another band we know. But without the multi-layering. Have any of you been to a U2 concert in Ireland? It's quite a spiritual experience. And yeah, I can't believe I'm writing something that wanky either. But there you go. It just *is*. Bono may be whine-y. He may be annoying. He may even be self-promoting. Someone else wrote "why does he need to keep harping on about how much he gives to charity?" He doesn't. It is not disclosed how much Bono gives. Did he save Africa? No. Read this to see why not: link But he had a go. I think if anyone reaches a position whereby they can get the ear of the scumbag politicians that run the world from the pocket of Big Business, then it is incumbent on them to at least try. And if a short-arsed rich Irishman constantly going on about poverty in Africa bothers you, then the only advice I can give you is switch the TV off. Anyway...I'm sure they just *loved* Queen.... |
| deleted user 18.06.2006 16:09 |
The prophet's song wrote: it doesn't take a genius to see that Freddie's vocal range is WAY bigger than Bono'sHa, that reminds me of a funny story that my dad's friend told me a few weeks ago. Basically there's this pub near where we live run by an elderly guy who doesn't allow his customers to sing. Bono was in there one day and the locals persuaded him to sing a few lines. The guy who owned the pub had no idea who Bono was and threw him out. The locals told him, "But that's Bono!" and the guy replied, "I couldn't give a f**k who he is, he hasn't got a note in his head anyway!" |
| Champipple 18.06.2006 16:33 |
Bono may be egotistical, may not be as talented as Freddie (really now who is?) and vain, but at least he's doing his best to raise awareness about Africa. You don't have to like someone to admire them. I admire Bono because unlike 90% of everybody he's come out and said he cares about the third world and has put his name on the line with his beliefs. I like U2 too! Not in the same way as Queen, but I'll sure miss them when they're gone. |
| Mr.Jingles 18.06.2006 16:57 |
Well, U2 and Bono sent a salute to people at Wembley Stadium during 'The Freddie Mercury Tribute'. 'Until The End Of The World' was broadcatsed on the screens from a performance the night before in San Francisco. |
| Mr.Jingles 18.06.2006 16:58 |
<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: Bono must die.As arrogant as Bono might be I applaud his efforts to help people in Africa. If someone must die it should be Paris Hilton. |
| Poo, again 18.06.2006 17:26 |
Mr.Jingles wrote:Look, I've already made up my mind. Bono dies, Paris lives.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: Bono must die.As arrogant as Bono might be I applaud his efforts to help people in Africa. If someone must die it should be Paris Hilton. |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:09 |
Madman007 wrote: Bono's a douche bag... end of story. And don't try to sell me the "But he helps millions of people world wide every year. He's a saint." bit because I don't buy it. Yes, he helps create awareness but beside that he's a two faced wanker. I remember the day he was gonna sing in Italy and was saying something about raising funds for Africa (great, right?) and then spending over 1,500 dollars to fly his hat, which he just needed to have for the concert, from England to Italy. He booked a private cab for the hat from England to the airport, a first class ticket on the plane for the damn thing, and booked another cab from the airport in Italy to wherever he was... why not FedEx the damn thing over night and donate the rest of the money to charity? Or better yet... SING WITH OUT IT! It's not like it's a magical music hat which makes you sing better when you wear it! What a jackass!why don't you try saying something that is true instead off telling some false bullshit. you remember the day huh? please, quit lying. |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:12 |
kdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...wow. another one off those "tall tales". |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:17 |
Zebonka12 wrote: Blah blah, if he had any self respect he wouldn't go on about it. Charity is something one should do anonymously, otherwise it just becomes a pissing match of "woooh look at me I've done so much for people".he's not doing "charity" work you moron. he's trying to help correct the mistakes off shitheads like George Bush. by helping combat things like hunger, poverty etc, etc, you erase the ability for things like hate, terrorism to take hold in a society. take your hate out off your ass and look at things from a sensible point of view. |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:20 |
Ha, that reminds me of a funny story that my dad's friend told me a few weeks ago. Basically there's this pub near where we live run by an elderly guy who doesn't allow his customers to sing. Bono was in there one day and the locals persuaded him to sing a few lines. The guy who owned the pub had no idea who Bono was and threw him out. The locals told him, "But that's Bono!" and the guy replied, "I couldn't give a f**k who he is, he hasn't got a note in his head anyway!"tall tale NO:3 |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:22 |
if the measure off a band can be taken from it's fanbase, then based on this forum Queen is one shitty band.what love and respect i had for them is now gone. |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 00:30 |
and one more thing. Bono campaigns for more AIDS research funding and education. if someone had the heart to do this back in the days when Freddie was still here he would probably still be alive you fools. |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 00:30 |
I think some of you people need to calm the heck down and take some Xanax's or something. Why all of the Bono hate? Based on what exactly? Seriously. To wish death on and to hate someone you don't even know and evidentally hasn't done anything wrong. So um, that says alot about some your intelligence. Seems people LOOK for something to hate Bono for, and most of those things end up making no logical sense whatsoever, or are based on twisted, taken out of context crap and rumours. I don't get it. |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 00:34 |
Also, the hat rumor's been debunked. So, you can rest your poor little Bono-hating heads on that now. And, why do you think Bono hates Queen, or is jealous? He does not. Back your shit up with facts before making comments like that. Even so, I have never once heard the man speak a bad word about Queen, Freddie, or anyone else in the band. Anytime I have heard he or anyone else from U2 speak about Queen, its always been positive. Bono and U2 have even said, they (Queen) were the ones whole stole the show that day at Live Aid. And Bono puts Freddie on the top level of such greats. Good god, people. Get a grip. *gets the whip out* |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 00:52 |
LeroyBrown11 wrote: "The man is mentally ill" -Alan PartridgeHe was probably joking. |
| mike hunt 19.06.2006 01:33 |
U2 played the first verse of barcelona during their latest tour. |
| Madman007 19.06.2006 02:30 |
kingofsorrow wrote:Dude... before you open your mouth... do some research:Madman007 wrote: Bono's a douche bag... end of story. And don't try to sell me the "But he helps millions of people world wide every year. He's a saint." bit because I don't buy it. Yes, he helps create awareness but beside that he's a two faced wanker. I remember the day he was gonna sing in Italy and was saying something about raising funds for Africa (great, right?) and then spending over 1,500 dollars to fly his hat, which he just needed to have for the concert, from England to Italy. He booked a private cab for the hat from England to the airport, a first class ticket on the plane for the damn thing, and booked another cab from the airport in Italy to wherever he was... why not FedEx the damn thing over night and donate the rest of the money to charity? Or better yet... SING WITH OUT IT! It's not like it's a magical music hat which makes you sing better when you wear it! What a jackass!why don't you try saying something that is true instead off telling some false bullshit. you remember the day huh? please, quit lying. link OR, if you don't like The Sun... link I also found a report that said "Also a reported £5000 was spent on sending Bono’s favourite hat by jumbo jet from Ireland to the United States because the concert couldn’t go ahead without it." And Gagasoapbar, if the story has been debunked, could you please send me and article or some kind of information that states this? Please and thank you. |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 02:49 |
Dude... before you open your mouth... do some research: link OR, if you don't like The Sun... link I also found a repor that said "Also a reported £5000 was spent on sending Bono’s favourite hat by jumbo jet from Ireland to the United States because the concert couldn’t go ahead without it."DUDE....... research? please, those "myths" have been debunked. so come again. and remember Freddie "probably" be alive if a loser such as yourself had the moral fortitude and goodness of heart to champion futher research and education off the aids epeidemic. then again who cares? right? you don't like Bono so that is good enough reason to concentrate on shit like his so called "hat tantrum", and forget about how he's trying to help make this a better world for all of us right? no wonder the politicains are rich, stupid fucks like you concentrate on the wrong thing. |
| Madman007 19.06.2006 05:17 |
kingofsorrow wrote:First off Kingofsorrow, I don’t understand why you have to be so disrespectful and call me and others on this thread names when we have not done so to you. That was really uncalled for. Second, you truly open your mouth without knowing WHAT THE FUCK YOU’RE TALKING ABOUT! In 1995 my uncle and his partner died of AIDS and ever since then I’ve done everything in my power to raise money for AIDS research and awareness. Just because I knocked Bono for some things I had read (which by the way, I didn’t know where not true) does not give you the right to question my “moral fortitude and goodness of heart”. You don’t know me, so shut up. Just because people don’t like your favourite singer and call him names you don’t have to be such an a-hole. Respect other people's opinions. If I and some others don't like Bono then we don't like him and if you like him, great but if you want to maybe change our minds about him, cursing and calling us names is not the way to go about it. LEARN TO COMMUNICATE! I would like an apology but judging from what I've seen I probably won't get one. Good day sir...Dude... before you open your mouth... do some research: link OR, if you don't like The Sun... link I also found a repor that said "Also a reported £5000 was spent on sending Bono’s favourite hat by jumbo jet from Ireland to the United States because the concert couldn’t go ahead without it."DUDE....... research? please, those "myths" have been debunked. so come again. and remember Freddie "probably" be alive if a loser such as yourself had the moral fortitude and goodness of heart to champion futher research and education off the aids epeidemic. then again who cares? right? you don't like Bono so that is good enough reason to concentrate on shit like his so called "hat tantrum", and forget about how he's trying to help make this a better world for all of us right? no wonder the politicains are rich, stupid fucks like you concentrate on the wrong thing. P.S.- You said, "if the measure off a band can be taken from it's fanbase, then based on this forum Queen is one shitty band.what love and respect i had for them is now gone.", remember that's a double edge sword and the way you have been acting here is quite questionable. Also, if you have lost all love and respect for Queen then please leave this Queen based site because you obviously have nothing more to do here. |
| arcadata 19.06.2006 07:20 |
mike hunt wrote: U2 played the first verse of barcelona during their latest tour.Cool! really? |
| Champipple 19.06.2006 08:09 |
Who cares if he flew a hat first class? He's a ROCK STAR. Just because he does a lot of good work for world causes doesn't mean he has to live like a nun. Let the boy enjoy! What Bono does with his money is his business, not ours. |
| deleted user 19.06.2006 08:11 |
Messenger Of Leah wrote:lmao thats so Freddiekdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" |
| Wiley 19.06.2006 12:14 |
Champipple wrote: Who cares if he flew a hat first class? He's a ROCK STAR. Just because he does a lot of good work for world causes doesn't mean he has to live like a nun. Let the boy enjoy! What Bono does with his money is his business, not ours.That is so true. I don't mind Bono's political views but I respect him. I think he's kinda like a dork, I mean, not being the typical decadent rockstar and being public about it. Freddie was far more outrageous than Bono. He had all his guests flown overseas to attend one of his birthday parties, he did lots of things, spent ridiculous amounts of money in useless items, etc. If this Bono thing about his hat is true, well, who cares? I know I don't. I know U2 know how to put a great show. They did just that a few blocks from my house this february and it was great. I still think Queen+PR in San Diego was a better show, yet smaller (6300 vs 46000 attendance) but U2 was quite an event over here. I know it'll be the same when Queen and Paul Rodgers come to Mexico, maybe better, but they need to come. Wiley |
| kingofsorrow 19.06.2006 13:19 |
First off Kingofsorrow, I don’t understand why you have to be so disrespectful and call me and others on this thread names when we have not done so to you. That was really uncalled for. Second, you truly open your mouth without knowing WHAT THE FUCK YOU’RE TALKING ABOUT! In 1995 my uncle and his partner died of AIDS and ever since then I’ve done everything in my power to raise money for AIDS research and awareness. Just because I knocked Bono for some things I had read (which by the way, I didn’t know where not true) does not give you the right to question my “moral fortitude and goodness of heart”. You don’t know me, so shut up. Just because people don’t like your favourite singer and call him names you don’t have to be such an a-hole. Respect other people's opinions. If I and some others don't like Bono then we don't like him and if you like him, great but if you want to maybe change our minds about him, cursing and calling us names is not the way to go about it. LEARN TO COMMUNICATE! I would like an apology but judging from what I've seen I probably won't get one. Good day sir... P.S.- You said, "if the measure off a band can be taken from it's fanbase, then based on this forum Queen is one shitty band.what love and respect i had for them is now gone.", remember that's a double edge sword and the way you have been acting here is quite questionable. Also, if you have lost all love and respect for Queen then please leave this Queen based site because you obviously have nothing more to do here.you're right i don't know you, thesame way you dont know bono. you have the nerve to try and make me look like an ass for sticky up for a good man when people like you take pot shots at him. then you come with the lame excuse off how it's "your" opinion. please, you stated your thoughts like they were fact so don't give me that bull. you also posted the lies about the hat thing like they were fact also and provided links like you were giving us some undeniable evidence. if your going to knock somebody based on something you read about them, then you are all those names i called you and more. p.s. your little tale about your uncle dying off aids and your so called contributions don't mean squat. try your lies with someone else, maybe you should sell the story to the sun. follow your own link and see if they have a section for you to submit you tale. hey maybe your uncle and his "partner" would still be alive if we had somebody around like Bono when aids first hit the scene all those years ago. no wait it wouldn't do any good, because people would ore interested in listening to tales off his tantrum and so fort instead off concentrating on his deeds. thanks for making the world the way it is. you want an apology? FUCK YOU! |
| Madman007 19.06.2006 14:21 |
I appreciate the apology Kingofsorrow! Was that really so hard? Have a nice day! |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 19.06.2006 15:46 |
Didn't Bonno dedicate a few songs to Freddie when they had the Freddie Mercury Tribute? He was doing a concert of his own and mentioned Freddie at his concert? I read this somewhere.... |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 21:12 |
the sun? fore fuck sake. whos gonna believe the SUN? of all publications. those are the fecks that started ther hat rumor in tjhe first place. SO, you people wanna hate bono so much, so you search and search for a reason to hate him and desperately scant around looking for "evidence" that rpoves bono as some evil demom man.. like little flies scavenging around a dog's rotting shit. its disguisting. and the worst you can find on bono is this stupid hat rumor. which, was disproved a few times. and what if it was true? would that make bono a bad person? um.. no. who the feck cares? and why does it matter? youre gonna judge a person over THAT fuckin shit? it just goes to show how much bono HAS NOT DONE WRONG.. if the worst u can find is this stupid hat thing. its s freekin comical. and even that.. is... nothing at all. yeah.. so he forgot his hat... there may have been more to the hat thing than we know of (lets say if it was true, which was of course debunked..) yes, some people agree with bono on his political shit. some dont. OK.. i agree with him, but dont agree about how he is going about accomplishing it.. because i think bono has the wit about him to really show these politicians the real deal in a much better manner. he used to not be afraid to speak his mind... to refer to a politician as a wanker or an asshole.. now its kissing up almost.. even tho he prolly doesnt like the politician(s) anyway, but its kinda sad to see him have to go about it that way, but i greatly admire him for trying and doing it anyway and keeping with his goal!! he walks the walk.. talks the talk... he does it. he doesnt go out there... just to make some fucking media hype for himself like .. oh angelina jolie and brad fuckface pitt... who crave and crave attention. probably even made up their own baby's birth, for publicity and most likely dont give one shit about Africa. bono does care. and no, hes not gonna fucking announce how much hes raised for charity.. or how much hes given to charity... BECAUSE IT ISNT... RIGHT TO SAY IT. itd be showing it off.. and deferring from the real reason he does it. just becauyse he doesnt mention how much he donates doesnt mean.. that he doesnt donate! because he does!! but, hes making a good point now. that.. money really isnt the matter anymore. money could have gone in to help the people regain a constructive stability structure there in africa so that itd be easier for the people to.. take control themselves.. example... giving them food and shelter.. so they can... make an effort to help themselves. but now, bonos just asking for the politicians to be AWARE and to stop this nonsense. he isnt asking for money anymore. how many times does he have to say.. WE DONT WANT YOUR MONEY.. WE WANT YOUR VOICE.. YOUR AWARENESS. and yes, bono spent over a month in ethiopia in 1985 with his wife ali... this is where he witnessed some... pretty horrific things and it stuck with him.. hence, why he got so involved with live aid and continued with it when others didnt. who else in live aid actively did so?? while i might believe that theres no hope or africa.. because the world governments and their own government ar so greedy and sick and want to kepe africa poor no matter what... i sill look up to bono for fighting till the end and to be able to say that he never stopped and never let those people down. bonos a good guy. and to judge him on his vocal range.. is just REALLY PATHETIC AND LOW. both he and freddie are absolutely fabtastic vocalists. to be bitching about who was better at live aid (as you all are)... really is stupid. it also shows how superficial some of you are... bono has a great, great voice. while he may not have the range like he did 20 years ago... that voice holds more soul and character than most any other vocalist in the industry today... or anyday. he may not sing all "pretty and proper" like.. Michael Bolton.. but.. who the fuck |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 21:13 |
<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote: Didn't Bonno dedicate a few songs to Freddie when they had the Freddie Mercury Tribute? He was doing a concert of his own and mentioned Freddie at his concert? I read this somewhere....its on youtube.com, actually. |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 21:15 |
also, before i feckin forget. when asked on what he thinks have been the best vocalists of our time, bono always mentions Freddie. is he trying to be the 2nd freddie mercury? no. ive never seen any evidence. because.. there is none. am i being biased? no. |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 21:25 |
link U2 at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert theres more, elsewhere on the net... |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 21:36 |
link The "Hat" topic discussed and pretty much debunked. |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 19.06.2006 22:53 |
gagasoapbar wrote: link U2 at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert theres more, elsewhere on the net...OMG, on this book I have it said U2 wasn't at the Freddie Mercury Tribute concert. Weird... :S Thanks for the link anyway. |
| gagasoapbar 19.06.2006 22:58 |
<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote:they were not at the actual tribute venue. they added their own bit they did from one of their own shows... via satellite or some shite. which is what you see on there. check it out.gagasoapbar wrote: link U2 at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert theres more, elsewhere on the net...OMG, on this book I have it said U2 wasn't at the Freddie Mercury Tribute concert. Weird... :S Thanks for the link anyway. its documented. |
| Bambi 20.06.2006 00:46 |
PLEASSSSE, EVERYONE IS GOING SLIGHTLY FRICKIN MAD!!!! U2 IS OK, THEY NEVER HAVE BASHED FREDDIE OR QUEEN, AND IF THEY WANT TO DO CHARITY WORK THATS THEIR MOTHER FUCKING BUISSNESS, WHO IN THE HELL GIVES A RATS ASS IF BONO SAID THIS OR THAT ABOUT FREDDIE, JEEZ LIKE IT REALLY MATTERS 15 YEARS LATER, BONO RESPECTED FREDDIE AS AN ARTIST AND APPLAUDE QUEEN FOR STEALING THE SHOW AT LIVE AID, ANYWAY BONO HAD A MULLET DO. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 01:03 |
LOL @ doeeyes. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 01:04 |
doeeyes wrote: PLEASSSSE, EVERYONE IS GOING SLIGHTLY FRICKIN MAD!!!! U2 IS OK, THEY NEVER HAVE BASHED FREDDIE OR QUEEN, AND IF THEY WANT TO DO CHARITY WORK THATS THEIR MOTHER FUCKING BUISSNESS, WHO IN THE HELL GIVES A RATS ASS IF BONO SAID THIS OR THAT ABOUT FREDDIE, JEEZ LIKE IT REALLY MATTERS 15 YEARS LATER, BONO RESPECTED FREDDIE AS AN ARTIST AND APPLAUDE QUEEN FOR STEALING THE SHOW AT LIVE AID, ANYWAY BONO HAD A MULLET DO.Actually.. it was.. 21 years ago... :-P |
| john bodega 20.06.2006 06:23 |
Fuck Bono. "he's not doing "charity" work you moron." BIG FUCKING DEAL. I bet you walk past beige buildings with a swatch and correct people who get the shade wrong when commenting on how ugly it looks. "he's trying to help correct the mistakes off shitheads like George Bush." I wish he'd correct that mistake your parents made. "by helping combat things like hunger, poverty etc, etc, you erase the ability for things like hate, terrorism to take hold in a society." That's nice but if these things are so awful why are you still at your computer? Shouldn't you be out helping Bono? I'm not a great human being. I suck - but don't play the holier-than-thou game if you aren't out there combatting George Bush and his evil servants *yourself*. "take your hate out off your ass and look at things from a sensible point of view." My sensible point of view is that you're probably 12. Go to hell. |
| Poo, again 20.06.2006 07:57 |
I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably. |
| deleted user 20.06.2006 12:24 |
<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.I agree,he is an stuck up bastard!I was at this charity meal and was sitting near me and I wasnt paying any attention to him at all for the whole night casue I really dont like the man and my dad told him I liked queen and and he said cool and I said "yeah,I like good music",well if looks could kill id be dead now |
| Madman007 20.06.2006 20:21 |
I heard his trips to Africa are fronts for a bigger purpose... to sacrifise and EAT African orphans! I saw it on E! AND the Sun so you know it MUST be true. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 20:22 |
<font color=dark red>WhiteQueen wrote:HAHAHAHAHAHA<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.I agree,he is an stuck up bastard!I was at this charity meal and was sitting near me and I wasnt paying any attention to him at all for the whole night casue I really dont like the man and my dad told him I liked queen and and he said cool and I said "yeah,I like good music",well if looks could kill id be dead now I can imagine how sarcastic and asinine you sounded when you actually said that too!!!! He probably thought you were being sarcastic and degrading his work... depending on the tone of your voice. From the sounds of it, you probably did say it like some stuck up ignoramus. How older were you when this happened? When did it happen and where? Gagasoapbar wnats to know. Bless. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 20:23 |
Madman007 wrote: I heard his trips to Africa are fronts for a bigger purpose... to sacrifise and EAT African orphans! I saw it on E! AND the Sun so you know it MUST be true.The Sun can stick a fucking dead fish right up its ass. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 20:24 |
<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.Again, wishing death upon someone you do not even know, nor even have any evidence of being a bad poerson to begin with, REALLY shows your ignorance, dude. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 21:02 |
hmm, now "all is quiet".. (on new years day..) *hears echo of own voice* |
| emil91 20.06.2006 21:40 |
Does Bono hate Queen, people say no. So why do people on this forum continue to argue over Bono. This topic is getting out of hand. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 21:56 |
emil91 wrote: Does Bono hate Queen, people say no. So why do people on this forum continue to argue over Bono. This topic is getting out of hand.people want to hate bono for no fucking reason. thats why. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 21:57 |
also, i think all these so-called bono haters are really all secretly in love with him or really are u2 fans and dont wanna admit it. to themselves or others, so um... i rest my case. |
| Bambi 20.06.2006 22:42 |
This is really childish, does every one here know Bono? have they met the guy? a lot of people were 1 years old when live aid happened, know one knows these rock stars only what they read and most of it's bull shit, the sun, the daily mirror, the star national enquirer, everyone has thier own taste in music and who and what they like, bashing some one who they don't know is stupid, thier lives are private and your only second guessing on what thier like. no one is comparing him to Freddie who I am sure could give a holy rat's ass about. |
| gagasoapbar 20.06.2006 23:41 |
whats your favorite brand of cereal? |
| Champipple 21.06.2006 00:59 |
<font color=dark red>WhiteQueen wrote:No offense, but in your story you come off as being stuck up. It sounds like you acted rude and he didn't like it.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.I agree,he is an stuck up bastard!I was at this charity meal and was sitting near me and I wasnt paying any attention to him at all for the whole night casue I really dont like the man and my dad told him I liked queen and and he said cool and I said "yeah,I like good music",well if looks could kill id be dead now |
| deleted user 21.06.2006 07:00 |
Champipple wrote:It was supposed to sound rude bacause I really dont like the man,you didnt have to endure a night of him talkin about his views on life and his stories,he wouldnt let anyone get a feckin word in.<font color=dark red>WhiteQueen wrote:No offense, but in your story you come off as being stuck up. It sounds like you acted rude and he didn't like it.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.I agree,he is an stuck up bastard!I was at this charity meal and was sitting near me and I wasnt paying any attention to him at all for the whole night casue I really dont like the man and my dad told him I liked queen and and he said cool and I said "yeah,I like good music",well if looks could kill id be dead now |
| deleted user 21.06.2006 07:02 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Yeah I made it sound sarcastic on purpose,I got my point across well anyway.It was about 2/3 years ago in this big hotel in meath I think it was,<font color=dark red>WhiteQueen wrote:HAHAHAHAHAHA I can imagine how sarcastic and asinine you sounded when you actually said that too!!!! He probably thought you were being sarcastic and degrading his work... depending on the tone of your voice. From the sounds of it, you probably did say it like some stuck up ignoramus. How older were you when this happened? When did it happen and where? Gagasoapbar wnats to know. Bless.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.I agree,he is an stuck up bastard!I was at this charity meal and was sitting near me and I wasnt paying any attention to him at all for the whole night casue I really dont like the man and my dad told him I liked queen and and he said cool and I said "yeah,I like good music",well if looks could kill id be dead now |
| Bambi 21.06.2006 09:31 |
specialK. |
| Poo, again 21.06.2006 09:54 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Your failure to see sarcasm REALLY makes your ass look big in those jeans.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.Again, wishing death upon someone you do not even know, nor even have any evidence of being a bad poerson to begin with, REALLY shows your ignorance, dude. |
| Poo, again 21.06.2006 09:55 |
<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote:Wow, I'm quoting myself.gagasoapbar wrote:Your failure to see sarcasm REALLY makes your ass look big in those jeans.<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote: I'll just repeat what I said before. Bono must die... soon, preferably.Again, wishing death upon someone you do not even know, nor even have any evidence of being a bad poerson to begin with, REALLY shows your ignorance, dude. |
| Donna13 21.06.2006 11:49 |
First of all, who is Bono? And why does he need to fly his cat to Italy? Freddie would never have flown his cat anywhere - cats usually like to stay at home where they are comfortable in their own surroundings. I think they get really scared on planes and I can't imagine what one would do if hearing such loud concert music! I'm sure you could lose your cat that way and then he would never be available for any future concerts. |
| deleted user 21.06.2006 11:52 |
Donna13 wrote: First of all, who is Bono? And why does he need to fly his cat to Italy? Freddie would never have flown his cat anywhere - cats usually like to stay at home where they are comfortable in their own surroundings. I think they get really scared on planes and I can't imagine what one would do if hearing such loud concert music! I'm sure you could lose your cat that way and then he would never be available for any future concerts.you have to be blonde |
| ok.computer 21.06.2006 15:05 |
doeeyes wrote: This is really childish, does every one here know Bono? have they met the guy?No. But I *have* met his wife, Ali. And she is ***luvvverly***. Unavailable alas, and impervious to my obvious Northern Irish charm. Well...one had to try... |
| Oberon 21.06.2006 16:43 |
Freddies son wrote:You REALLY think that's like Freddie? I don't. Not at all like the Freddie I've heard aboutMessenger Of Leah wrote:lmao thats so Freddiekdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" |
| gagasoapbar 21.06.2006 17:02 |
Oberon wrote:again, we dont know the CONTEXT of which Freddie's or Bono's actions/comments were addressed during that moment. were we there? no.Freddies son wrote:You REALLY think that's like Freddie? I don't. Not at all like the Freddie I've heard aboutMessenger Of Leah wrote:lmao thats so Freddiekdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" but from what i am seeing as far as Freddie AND Bono, pre-during-post Live Aid, have all been either good things or innocent joking comments. the comment bono made after live aid about freddie pinning him against the wall.. obviously said in good jest. though, it probably did happen, but no one took offence to it, nor was freddie hitting on bono or whatever... and i think bono was very aware of this and did not take it the wrong way. they were just all joking around about it. jesus nor did freddie mean anything by it. christ, people. i see nothing wrong here. on either side. queen's or u2's. freddie or bono's. |
| gagasoapbar 21.06.2006 17:12 |
im just trying to give you all a lesson in "thinking outside of the box" as far as these things go, aka "thinking outside of the cat litter box pile". that yes, do not take this so literally. do not take what you read in a tabloid magazine as fact. even if something did happen, dont take 100% of it as being exactly what happened. most is twisted. you must learn to have a sense of humor. especially understanding the BRITISH (that includes IRISH, SCOTTISH, WELSH, ENGLISH) senses of humor. that to someone else from another place, may sound offensive or rude, when it really isnt at all and nothing personal about it whatsoever. also, there are always different sides to a story. just because freddie pinned bono against a wall and said that to him, doesnt mean he was hitting on bono. but just being overly dramatic and silly... in a joking way. Freddie was like that! and when bono made that comment in the interview afterwards regarding Freddie doing that to him, you must understand that bono has a very funny sense of humor, and he can come across as hes very serious or joking, and especially if hes drunk.. everything comes out all weird. which, he was slightly tipsy at Live Aid. I think it was fairly obvious. they both respected eachother, and got along... i dont even see wtf's so wrong about what the fuck Bono said anyway after live aid anyway!! as for the (I forgot your name) comment about meeting bono at that charity event and you being a little snob... again, you're now detailing/admitting/or aware your own behavior which resulted in his response to you. besides, again... how do we know that this really even happened or that you perhaps are twisting the facts or exaggerating? its all PERSPECTIVE, people. and context. and again, people find the need to hate bono and look for things to hate him for, which arent even real.. or they arent anything whatsoever to warrant a hate for him in the first place. its been like this since i remember. if this and the freekin hat thing is all you can find... then, well.. whatever. next thing im gonna be hearing/seeing is people accusing bono of being a satanist because he... wears black all the time, or the brand of hair-dye he uses, or eats meat, or that his pet dogs ears stand straight up (like most dogs)... yes, something that stupid. its almost comical. |
| Winter Land Man 21.06.2006 17:16 |
The guy from Status Quo said Freddie lifted him up in the air and said "Freddie could of had his way with me right there because he's so strong" or something like that. Bono never said that. Freddie pinned Bono down in a violent way, not sexual. |
| Winter Land Man 21.06.2006 17:18 |
Oberon wrote:Freddie got in bar fights and another time, Freddie and Peter Jones were walking and some old man was behind them, and Freddie turned around and punched the guy in the face.Freddies son wrote:You REALLY think that's like Freddie? I don't. Not at all like the Freddie I've heard aboutMessenger Of Leah wrote:lmao thats so Freddiekdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" |
| gagasoapbar 21.06.2006 19:34 |
Messenger Of Leah wrote: The guy from Status Quo said Freddie lifted him up in the air and said "Freddie could of had his way with me right there because he's so strong" or something like that. Bono never said that. Freddie pinned Bono down in a violent way, not sexual.why the fuck would freddie do that?? that makes no damn sense to me at all and bono never said anything like that about the incident, and it sure doesnt seem like a Freddie like thing to do. |
| gagasoapbar 21.06.2006 19:35 |
Messenger Of Leah wrote:um, why?Oberon wrote:Freddie got in bar fights and another time, Freddie and Peter Jones were walking and some old man was behind them, and Freddie turned around and punched the guy in the face.Freddies son wrote:You REALLY think that's like Freddie? I don't. Not at all like the Freddie I've heard aboutMessenger Of Leah wrote:lmao thats so Freddiekdj2hot wrote: He hated them and thought he could outsing the no talent wanker with the cat screeching voice and overpowering rape friendly personality, Freddie any day of the week (reference to Freddie hugging Bono at Live aid)...Freddie didn't hug Bono. Freddie pinned Bono viciously against the wall and basically said "what do you think about us now?" were they drunk maybe? |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 21.06.2006 21:15 |
BONO MAKES ME LAUGH, LMAO!!!!!!!!!!! :D |
| Winter Land Man 21.06.2006 21:25 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Freddie is Freddie. You just haven't a clue what he'd do. I read it on an article about Freddie and Live AID which was posted on here about a month or so before when Live 8 was going to happen and people discussed when Queen were at Live 8.Messenger Of Leah wrote: The guy from Status Quo said Freddie lifted him up in the air and said "Freddie could of had his way with me right there because he's so strong" or something like that. Bono never said that. Freddie pinned Bono down in a violent way, not sexual.why the fuck would freddie do that?? that makes no damn sense to me at all and bono never said anything like that about the incident, and it sure doesnt seem like a Freddie like thing to do. |
| gagasoapbar 21.06.2006 22:08 |
Messenger Of Leah wrote:what would make freddie be violent towards bono (verbally or physically or demeanor-wise) in any manner? seemed they were getting along fine before and never heard either one speak a bad word of the other. what would make him so mad?gagasoapbar wrote:Freddie is Freddie. You just haven't a clue what he'd do. I read it on an article about Freddie and Live AID which was posted on here about a month or so before when Live 8 was going to happen and people discussed when Queen were at Live 8.Messenger Of Leah wrote: The guy from Status Quo said Freddie lifted him up in the air and said "Freddie could of had his way with me right there because he's so strong" or something like that. Bono never said that. Freddie pinned Bono down in a violent way, not sexual.why the fuck would freddie do that?? that makes no damn sense to me at all and bono never said anything like that about the incident, and it sure doesnt seem like a Freddie like thing to do. |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 22.06.2006 01:34 |
its_a_hard_life wrote: BONO MAKES ME LAUGH, LMAO!!!!!!!!!!! :D |
| john bodega 22.06.2006 02:02 |
doeeyes wrote: This is really childish, does every one here know Bono? have they met the guy? a lot of people were 1 years old when live aid happened.I am Bono. |
| Winter Land Man 22.06.2006 03:24 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Freddie didn't like musicians who made politics in their music.Messenger Of Leah wrote:what would make freddie be violent towards bono (verbally or physically or demeanor-wise) in any manner? seemed they were getting along fine before and never heard either one speak a bad word of the other. what would make him so mad?gagasoapbar wrote:Freddie is Freddie. You just haven't a clue what he'd do. I read it on an article about Freddie and Live AID which was posted on here about a month or so before when Live 8 was going to happen and people discussed when Queen were at Live 8.Messenger Of Leah wrote: The guy from Status Quo said Freddie lifted him up in the air and said "Freddie could of had his way with me right there because he's so strong" or something like that. Bono never said that. Freddie pinned Bono down in a violent way, not sexual.why the fuck would freddie do that?? that makes no damn sense to me at all and bono never said anything like that about the incident, and it sure doesnt seem like a Freddie like thing to do. Read the Peter Freestone book. And.... Bono probably made a rude comment to Freddie.... since Freddie said something like "What do you think now?"...... something similar to that. I don't have the original article that was posted but I read it on here and elsewhere. Freddie was Freddie. |
| Poo, again 22.06.2006 09:00 |
<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote:Yeah, that's what happens if you quote yourself.<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote: BONO MAKES ME LAUGH, LMAO!!!!!!!!!!! :D |
| Donna13 22.06.2006 10:54 |
Yes. Brawls do still break out in England on occasion. Haven't you seen the scene in Bridget Jones where "It's Raining Men" is playing? |
| stateside fan 22.06.2006 22:55 |
FUCK BONO!!! |
| gagasoapbar 23.06.2006 02:02 |
stateside fan wrote: FUCK BONO!!!la la la de ha ha do de dum dum la la grow up, dude. |
| stateside fan 23.06.2006 22:29 |
oh please teach me how. |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 23.06.2006 23:38 |
its_a_hard_life wrote:its_a_hard_life wrote: BONO MAKES ME LAUGH, LMAO!!!!!!!!!!! :D |
| gagasoapbar 24.06.2006 01:50 |
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| ok.computer 24.06.2006 13:11 |
stateside fan wrote: oh please teach me how.With the level of intellect you display in your posts, I doubt it can be done... |
| Poo, again 24.06.2006 13:53 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Enlightening. |
| gagasoapbar 25.06.2006 02:53 |
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| FVBVA 25.06.2006 11:24 |
i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting time |
| The Real Wizard 25.06.2006 21:23 |
fatih wrote: i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting timeBono has done a hell of a lot more for the third world than Freddie did... that's for sure. I fully agree with Zeni. Charity does little to solve problems, especially if it's done anonymously. Justice is the word for lasting change to the systems of the world. When someone is a celebrity, they certainly can bring awareness and interest to the masses. |
| gagasoapbar 26.06.2006 01:55 |
oops |
| gagasoapbar 26.06.2006 02:00 |
oops |
| gagasoapbar 26.06.2006 02:04 |
Sir GH<br><h6>ah yeah</h6> wrote:Ditto on that, Sir GH... and *bows to you*fatih wrote: i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting timeBono has done a hell of a lot more for the third world than Freddie did... that's for sure. I fully agree with Zeni. Charity does little to solve problems, especially if it's done anonymously. Justice is the word for lasting change to the systems of the world. When someone is a celebrity, they certainly can bring awareness and interest to the masses. And a message to Fatih and all the other Bono bashers who think Bono's a lousy frontman, singer, whatever: Have you ever been to a U2 show or ever seen one on TV? Maybe if you did, your opinions would change. And may I ask how many actual U2 albums you have actually bothered to listen to? You might be very shocked. (and I can see the smartassed comments that will most likely follow this question, but I will make my point anyway.) Again, if you took a little bit of a venture down that lane, your negative opinions might just change. Bono/U2 is just as brilliant as Freddie/Queen... just they're different styles, backgrounds, messages, etc. Don't get me wrong. I am a U2 fan as well as a Queen fan. Arguing (verbally abusively) over who's best, who can reach better ranges (therefore in some people's eyes means they're a better person or artist, huh?), etc.. really is just a waste of time. Music isn't meant to be treated that way. It isn't about vocal ranges and shit like that. What the hell's wrong with some of you? Also, do a little research before you guys blast your mouths and opinions off. Got a problem with Bono's personality? Or how he doesn't give a damn about others' opinions and just goes out and does what he feels is right or wants? Well, I quite like it, to be honest with you. If you don't like it, and don't like what he's doing in this world (positive), and still want to divulge on that "hat" issue.. then well, shove it and seek some psychotherapy! hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah!!!! "They're coming to take me away.. Ha ha!!" |
| Asterik 26.06.2006 07:47 |
Sir GH<br><h6>ah yeah</h6> wrote:fatih wrote: i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting timeBono has done a hell of a lot more for the third world than Freddie did... that's for sure. |
| john bodega 26.06.2006 08:37 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Or maybe some people just don't like him.Sir GH<br><h6>ah yeah</h6> wrote:Ditto on that, Sir GH... and *bows to you* And a message to Fatih and all the other Bono bashers who think Bono's a lousy frontman, singer, whatever: Have you ever been to a U2 show or ever seen one on TV? Maybe if you did, your opinions would change. And may I ask how many actual U2 albums you have actually bothered to listen to? You might be very shocked. (and I can see the smartassed comments that will most likely follow this question, but I will make my point anyway.) Again, if you took a little bit of a venture down that lane, your negative opinions might just change. Bono/U2 is just as brilliant as Freddie/Queen... just they're different styles, backgrounds, messages, etc. Don't get me wrong. I am a U2 fan as well as a Queen fan. Arguing (verbally abusively) over who's best, who can reach better ranges (therefore in some people's eyes means they're a better person or artist, huh?), etc.. really is just a waste of time. Music isn't meant to be treated that way. It isn't about vocal ranges and shit like that. What the hell's wrong with some of you? Also, do a little research before you guys blast your mouths and opinions off. Got a problem with Bono's personality? Or how he doesn't give a damn about others' opinions and just goes out and does what he feels is right or wants? Well, I quite like it, to be honest with you. If you don't like it, and don't like what he's doing in this world (positive), and still want to divulge on that "hat" issue.. then well, shove it and seek some psychotherapy! hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah!!!! "They're coming to take me away.. Ha ha!!"fatih wrote: i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting timeBono has done a hell of a lot more for the third world than Freddie did... that's for sure. I fully agree with Zeni. Charity does little to solve problems, especially if it's done anonymously. Justice is the word for lasting change to the systems of the world. When someone is a celebrity, they certainly can bring awareness and interest to the masses. Nah, that's impossible. And unreasonable! Forget I mentioned it. |
| gagasoapbar 26.06.2006 18:08 |
Asterik wrote:QUOTE] Bono's done hell of a lot more for himself, more like. I love U2 but not his attitude.How so? |
| gagasoapbar 26.06.2006 18:09 |
Zebonka12 wrote:I'm just curious what makes people hate him so much. That's all.gagasoapbar wrote:Or maybe some people just don't like him. Nah, that's impossible. And unreasonable! Forget I mentioned it.Sir GH<br><h6>ah yeah</h6> wrote:Ditto on that, Sir GH... and *bows to you* And a message to Fatih and all the other Bono bashers who think Bono's a lousy frontman, singer, whatever: Have you ever been to a U2 show or ever seen one on TV? Maybe if you did, your opinions would change. And may I ask how many actual U2 albums you have actually bothered to listen to? You might be very shocked. (and I can see the smartassed comments that will most likely follow this question, but I will make my point anyway.) Again, if you took a little bit of a venture down that lane, your negative opinions might just change. Bono/U2 is just as brilliant as Freddie/Queen... just they're different styles, backgrounds, messages, etc. Don't get me wrong. I am a U2 fan as well as a Queen fan. Arguing (verbally abusively) over who's best, who can reach better ranges (therefore in some people's eyes means they're a better person or artist, huh?), etc.. really is just a waste of time. Music isn't meant to be treated that way. It isn't about vocal ranges and shit like that. What the hell's wrong with some of you? Also, do a little research before you guys blast your mouths and opinions off. Got a problem with Bono's personality? Or how he doesn't give a damn about others' opinions and just goes out and does what he feels is right or wants? Well, I quite like it, to be honest with you. If you don't like it, and don't like what he's doing in this world (positive), and still want to divulge on that "hat" issue.. then well, shove it and seek some psychotherapy! hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah hah!!!! "They're coming to take me away.. Ha ha!!"fatih wrote: i can see nothing in bono comparable to our freddie.it is just wasting timeBono has done a hell of a lot more for the third world than Freddie did... that's for sure. I fully agree with Zeni. Charity does little to solve problems, especially if it's done anonymously. Justice is the word for lasting change to the systems of the world. When someone is a celebrity, they certainly can bring awareness and interest to the masses. In being a U2 fan for nearly 15 years, I have seen enough of this and noone has a real logical reason behind their feelings. |
| john bodega 26.06.2006 23:31 |
Well you've every right to be curious sirrah. It's just... HIM! The megalomaniacal, ego-driven thing only works if you have great music to back it up (which I just haven't heard from him in yonks). If he wants to be Bob Geldof and help the 3rd world, more power to him... but does he have to look so god damned *smug* when he's doing it? I mean... okay, perhaps it's unreasonable for people to piss on him while knowing so little, but in my view it's just as unreasonable for people to wank in his shadow and sing his praises while not knowing him personally. |
| Saint Jiub 26.06.2006 23:59 |
Good post Zeb. However, Bono maybe as smug as Sting, but Bono at least makes an effort to try and improve the world. |
| gagasoapbar 27.06.2006 00:36 |
Zebonka12 wrote: Well you've every right to be curious sirrah. It's just... HIM! The megalomaniacal, ego-driven thing only works if you have great music to back it up (which I just haven't heard from him in yonks). If he wants to be Bob Geldof and help the 3rd world, more power to him... but does he have to look so god damned *smug* when he's doing it? I mean... okay, perhaps it's unreasonable for people to piss on him while knowing so little, but in my view it's just as unreasonable for people to wank in his shadow and sing his praises while not knowing him personally.How's he act or look smug when doing this? |
| john bodega 27.06.2006 11:03 |
"How's he act or look smug when doing this?" I see you don't believe me! God damn I wish I'd had my VCR rolling when I saw him on the news that one time... it was... ugh, damn... he was at a press conference, and he was waffling on about how big Live 8 was and how it was going to wake up the world leaders and shit, but he just had this awful look on his face and with every word he was giving his fist a little jiggle like he was 'really feeling it'. It just strikes me as disingenuous, and don't think I'm picking solely on Bono, I'm just talking about him because this is his thread. What about Madonna? HAHA. "Are you ready to start a revolution", she said to that crowd.... Cretinous. Again. You'll just have to shrug and say 'I don't believe you' because I wasn't taping at the time. But really, I've seen this guy act like a total gimp. Just my bad luck maybe. |
| Winter Land Man 27.06.2006 22:21 |
If Bono died and went to Heaven, I'm sure Freddie would give him a good thumping, just like Roger said he'd do to John Peel. |
| gagasoapbar 27.06.2006 22:36 |
Zebonka12 wrote: "How's he act or look smug when doing this?" I see you don't believe me! God damn I wish I'd had my VCR rolling when I saw him on the news that one time... it was... ugh, damn... he was at a press conference, and he was waffling on about how big Live 8 was and how it was going to wake up the world leaders and shit, but he just had this awful look on his face and with every word he was giving his fist a little jiggle like he was 'really feeling it'. It just strikes me as disingenuous, and don't think I'm picking solely on Bono, I'm just talking about him because this is his thread. What about Madonna? HAHA. "Are you ready to start a revolution", she said to that crowd.... Cretinous. Again. You'll just have to shrug and say 'I don't believe you' because I wasn't taping at the time. But really, I've seen this guy act like a total gimp. Just my bad luck maybe.I watched it. All of the press things he did for it. They aired all the pre- and post Live 8 press stuff Bono and Geldof did, all over the world .. no need to provide any recorded stuff. In fact, I think its available online on various U2 boards anyway. And my opinion on it? I disagree with you. I have heard Bono speak of these matters, on some very, un-scripted, natural, from the heart ways... But, some of those press things he does, do sound kind of repetitious and dramatic sometimes, but thats just Bono himself. It could come across the wrong way sometimes, but certainly doesn't mean he is anymore or less serious about his campaigns. I honestly don't see what you saw. Maybe its because I am a U2 fan and have been following the band for a long while and kind of, understand and get used to the odd quirks and such of the band and Bono. Who knows. Or maybe I'm just braindead.... I don't see how he seemed non-genuine or, whatever else. |
| gagasoapbar 27.06.2006 22:37 |
Messenger Of Leah wrote: If Bono died and went to Heaven, I'm sure Freddie would give him a good thumping, just like Roger said he'd do to John Peel.Comments like that.. really make me sad. |
| john bodega 29.06.2006 00:46 |
"I honestly don't see what you saw. Maybe its because I am a U2 fan" " Or maybe I'm just braindead...." Hahaha... look, really. Enjoy the guy. I just get that vibe off him, and since we've both seen the same stuff I don't see either of us changing our view, eh? I mean look, to play Devil's advocate, I don't hate him nearly as much as those Gallagher wankers in Oasis (who *actually* said that if the Beatles were around in the 90's, they'd be Oasis). Paaathetic. "Comments like that.. really make me sad." Oh cheer the fuck up, at least he said he'd go to Heaven and not Hell. Besides, Chuck Norris will be the doorman at Heaven, it's not like he'll let in any troublemakers. |
| javielete 29.06.2006 07:44 |
BONO ES UN GILIPOLLAS Y UN CHULOMIERDA!! |
| gagasoapbar 29.06.2006 22:07 |
javielete wrote: BONO ES UN GILIPOLLAS Y UN CHULOMIERDA!!I'm afraid to even ask what that means... |
| john bodega 29.06.2006 23:09 |
I didn't know Bono had chlymidia. |
| Asterik 30.06.2006 17:24 |
gagasoapbar wrote:Asterik wrote:I like their music but the ideas I don't like, the preaching, the wild-eyed prophecies. Bono laps up the praise he receives in a way I find nauseating.QUOTE] Bono's done hell of a lot more for himself, more like. I love U2 but not his attitude.How so? |
| gagasoapbar 30.06.2006 21:45 |
Asterik wrote:gagasoapbar wrote:Sorry, but for some reason I find it rather cool...Asterik wrote:Bono laps up the praise he receives in a way I find nauseating.QUOTE] Bono's done hell of a lot more for himself, more like. I love U2 but not his attitude.How so? |
| gagasoapbar 30.06.2006 21:46 |
Zebonka12 wrote: I didn't know Bono had chlymidia.Would you like to be spanked? Cause I sure know of a lovely torture tool to do it with. *giggles to self* :-P |
| john bodega 01.07.2006 00:36 |
"BONO ES UN GILIPOLLAS Y UN CHULOMIERDA!!" I was trying to translate :P I guess I fail at linguistics because I came up with; "I didn't know Bono had chlymidia." I've no future in translation it seemed. But that wouldn't be the first time I've been offered a spanking thanks to QZ, cheers! |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 01.07.2006 01:48 |
U2 rock man!!!!!!!!! I don't give a shit about Bono, he can do what he likes, he's his own man. U2 ROCK. Peace out! |
| john bodega 02.07.2006 13:24 |
<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote: Me with my Queen posters! linkNice posters. :P |
| Poo, again 05.07.2006 18:30 |
Zebonka12 wrote:Lol, Jess, you look... intoxicated.<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote: Me with my Queen posters! linkNice posters. :P |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 05.07.2006 23:15 |
Zebonka12 wrote: I didn't know Bono had chlymidia.He is badmouthing Bono! :D |
| its_a_hard_life 26994 05.07.2006 23:15 |
<font color=pink>The Millionaire Waltz wrote:As for YOU Mr. Robbie...Zebonka12 wrote:Lol, Jess, you look... intoxicated.<font color="#FF00FF">its_a_hard_life wrote: Me with my Queen posters! linkNice posters. :P I am NOT drunk there! *winks* JEJEJEJE |
