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Paul David Hewson, known as Bono, is an Irish singer-songwriter and activist. He is a founding member, lead vocalist, and primary lyricist of the rock band U2. Bono is recognized for his passionate vocal style, grandiose songwriting, and performance style, often incorporating social, political, and religious themes in his lyrics.

Singer-songwriter, activist, lead vocalist and primary lyricist of U2Known for U2, Activism, SongwritingOfficial site
Appearances2
Podcasts2
Linked books8
LatestMay 30, 2025
Podcasts featuring Bono
Joe Rogan Experience
1 episode · latest May 30, 2025
SmartLess
1 episode · latest Jan 23, 2023
Recurring topics
American identity and culture (2)American mythology and identity (2)friendship and relationships (2)performers and spontaneity (2)

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Joe Rogan Experience
#2330 - Bono
May 30, 2025

I had the preposterous moment of going into a crowd in the, in Los Angeles, I forget, the Forum or somewhere like that, with a white flag.

Surrender · performers and spontaneity
Joe Rogan Experience
#2330 - Bono
May 30, 2025

Love be deeper, friendship is more wide from like Chronicles of Narnia.

Chronicles of Narnia · friendship and relationships
Joe Rogan Experience
#2330 - Bono
May 30, 2025

I was reading Sam Shepard, I was reading On the Road, I was reading all these great writers and just opening up my imagination.

On the Road · American mythology and identity
Joe Rogan Experience
#2330 - Bono
May 30, 2025

There's a great book by Bulgakov called The Master and the Margarita.

The Master and the Margarita · concept of evil

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