Out Of Control
U2 · Boy
Eighteen years dawning
I said how long.
Say how long.
It was one dull morning
I woke the world with bawling
I was so sad
They were so glad.
I had the feeling it was out of control
I was of the opinion it was out of control.
Boys and girls to school
And girls they make children
Not like this one.
I had the feeling it was out of control
I was of the opinion it was out of control.
I was of the feeling it was out of control
I had the opinion it was out of control.
I fought fate
There's blood at the garden gate
The man said childhood
It's in his childhood
One day I'll die
The choice will not be mine
Will it be too late?
You can't fight fate.
I had the feeling it was out of control
I was of the opinion it was out of control.
Out Of Control - U2
Released on the 1980 album Boy, 'Out Of Control' stands as a defining track in U2's early discography, blending post-punk energy with the band's signature melodic sensibility. The song captures the raw intensity of the group's formative years, featuring a driving rhythm section and Liam O'Flynn's distinctive fiddle work that became a hallmark of their sound. It serves as a pivotal moment in their transition from the Irish post-punk scene to an international rock force, showcasing their ability to fuse traditional Irish instrumentation with modern rock structures. The recording reflects the band's commitment to live, organic textures during this era, establishing a foundation for their subsequent success with albums like The Joshua Tree.