Even Better Than The Real Thing
U2 · Achtung Baby
And you'll be satisfied
Give me two more chances
You won't be denied
Well my heart is where it's always been
My head is somewhere in between
Give me one more chance
Let me be your lover tonight
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You're the real thing
Yeah the real thing
You're the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Child...
Give me one last chance
And I'm gonna make you sing
Give me half a chance
To ride on the waves that you bring
You're honey child to a swarm of bees
Gonna blow right through you like a breeze
Give me one last dance
We'll slide down the surface of things
You're the real thing
Yeah the real thing
You're the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Child...
We're free to fly the crimson sky
The sun won't melt our wings tonight
Oh now...here she comes
Take me higher
Take me higher
You take me higher
You take me higher
You're the real thing
Yeah the real thing
You're the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Even Better Than The Real Thing
Released on U2's 1991 album Achtung Baby, 'Even Better Than The Real Thing' stands as a defining track of the band's post-rock era. The song exemplifies the group's shift toward electronic textures and introspective lyricism, blending rock instrumentation with synthesizers and spoken-word elements. It captures the band's exploration of identity and disillusionment, themes central to the album's narrative. As a staple of their live performances, the recording showcases the dynamic interplay between the band members, particularly Bono's vocal delivery and The Edge's signature guitar work. The track remains a significant part of U2's discography, reflecting their ability to evolve their sound while maintaining their core artistic identity during a pivotal period in their career.