America Quote by Bono
“But more than anything else, for the British folks Irish people were all terrorists. So when we went to Britain, it was always a lot of resistance to U2. And that's why we came to America.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Bono discussing U2's reception in Britain, 1990s
British audiences often perceived Irish artists as threatening, leading to resistance against U2, prompting their move to the US.
In simple terms: British hostility pushed U2 to America.
Key Takeaway
Consider how prejudice shapes artistic migration.
Themes
prejudice
music industry
migration
Mood
frustrated
optimistic
Type
historical
cultural
When to use this quote
- concert tours
- record deals
- media interviews
Key Concepts
cultural identity
nationalism
artist reception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does national identity affect music reception?
- What strategies help artists overcome cultural bias?
A Different Perspective
Not all British listeners were hostile; some embraced U2 early on.
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