The Best of 1980-1990--Truly the Best

I am a big U2 fan, and I had to have all of these songs on one convenient disc that I could take in my car without having to swap out for my favorite songs on all six albums from this era. Here is a track by track analysis for all 14+1 (October is included as a ghost track following All I Want Is You) songs on the album. Grades on a scale from 1-10 (i.e. 8/10). Also included is the original album the track can be found on.

PRIDE (IN THE NAME OF LOVE)
This song has an infectious guitar and inspired lyrics. This song launched U2 into their pre-Joshua Tree semi-fame, and any listener knows why. This song can take even the most die hard U2 hater and turn them into at least someone who recognizes the genius of this band. A musical classic that will live on in the memories of all who have been touched by it. 9/10.
Original Album: The Unforgettable Fire

NEW YEAR'S DAY
A great improvement over the seemingly drawn out album version from War. This is the single version, and it wastes no time getting it's message across. Although one of the weaker songs on the album, it is still a U2 classic in its own right, although greatly overshadowed by Sunday Bloody Sunday on the album. 8/10.
Original Album: War

WITH OR WITHOUT YOU
The quintessential U2 song, this song became something greater than a piece of music, influencing and permeating 80s culture. Everyone who was between the age of 16-30 when this song was released knows the words. Simply put, this song is a work of art. 10/10.
Original Album: The Joshua Tree

I STILL HAVEN'T FOUND WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR
Supposedly about Bono searching for fulfillment in his faith, this song strikes a chord with the listener, allowing you to feel his pain, disorientation, and emptiness. One of the triple threat tracks from the Joshua Tree, this song evokes strong feelings in anyone who listens to it. 10/10.
Original Album: The Joshua Tree

SUNDAY BLOODY SUNDAY
The drums at the beginning let you know that this is no ordinary U2 song. The beat sounds...angry, and that's exactly what the song is about. A great track, telling of the Irish Troubles, this song is "not a rebel song" but is still an anthem of sorts. The song provides the strongest moment in the Rattle and Hum film when Bono begins talking about the Troubles, leading up to the immortal moment when he loses it, and states "f**k the revolution!". A great song, especially when taken in the context it's meant to be taken in. 10/10
Original Album: War

BAD
A song that yearns for something more, and uses tactful and beautiful lyrics to get its message across. About a herion addict, this song seems to state so much more than just a drug addiction. It conveys a message too powerful for words, one that permeates your every being. Like all U2 songs, this song leaves a lasting impression. You can never forget where you were when you first heard this song. Not like you'd want to, anyway. 10/10.
Original Album: The Unforgettable Fire

WHERE THE STREETS HAVE NO NAME
Yet another beautiful spiritually-themed U2 song, this song, the final (in the order of this album) of the Joshua Tree triple threat, this album may be the weakest of the triad, but is nevertheless a wonderful and beautiful song. Without this track, the Joshua Tree is missing something crucial. Definitely a necessary track on this compilation. Without it, the album isn't the same. 9/10.
Original Album: The Joshua Tree

I WILL FOLLOW
The song that kicked off the bands career, their youthful exuberance truly shines through, starting with the guitar notes that ring through the air. With a light, almost punk sound, this song, although not a masterstroke like practically any other song on this compilation, this song shines bright with a light of its own. 8/10.
Original Album: Boy

THE UNFORGETTABLE FIRE
With a melodic, almost opera like feel to it, The Unforgettable Fire is truly an epic that defines the album it's named for. An undescribable track, although tedious at times, it's one of those you have to hear to truly understand what I'm saying. 9/10.
Original Album: The Unforgettable Fire

SWEETEST THING
The weakest song on the album, but explainably why, this song is good, but lacking the caliber of the other songs on the album. With it's sticky sweet, poppy feel, this one almost seems like too much. Although not a throwaway track by any means, it doesn't live up to the legacy of the tracks it's grouped with.
Original Album: Sweetest Thing Single

DESIRE
Arguably the best track from Rattle and Hum, this infectious track is U2's first brush with true rock out music. I mean, before this track all of their stuff seemed just like light pop/rock, but in an infectious vein. This song allowed them to cross the line into rock and roll. Opening with Edge's quick chord changes, he makes something that if played by anyone else can sound really lame. One of the best U2 songs ever. 10/10.
Original Album: Rattle and Hum

WHEN LOVE COMES TO TOWN
Incredibly deep lyrics that rank with U2's best, this song sadly only ranks as one of the okay songs on the album. Okay, of course, is still phenomenal, but by this album's standards it could be a lot better. The duet with B.B. King is cool, but seems out of place. It should have been either a strictly B.B. King song (which would've been awesome) or a strictly U2 song. The two things conflict and produce a great, but not legendary track. 8/10.
Original Album: Rattle and Hum

ANGEL OF HARLEM
Bono's intentions were good with this song, but once again it turns out to be a song with a little to be desired, like many songs on Rattle and Hum. Solid, but not perfect, as the song is, like Sweetest Thing, too light and poppy. Another mediocre song, but only by the high standards set by this album. 8/10.
Original Album: Rattle and Hum

ALL I WANT IS YOU
A heartfelt song that can bring a tear to the eye of the strongest man, this is probably the sole greatest U2 song ever. Even if you don't end up buying this album, you should at least listen to this track somehow. All the elements are blended perfectly to create a masterpiece on the scale of the Mona Lisa. 10/10.
Original Album: Rattle and Hum

OCTOBER [GHOST TRACK]
The best track from the hurried October album, this song is tacked on to the end of All I Want Is You as a ghost track, and is simple but profound. Although you'll have to stick around for a little while after All I Want Is You, the reward of this song is worth your wait. 8/10.
Original Album: October

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