In God's Country - Lyrics - U2

U2 are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1976, the group consists of Bono , The Edge , Adam Clayton , and Larry Mullen, Jr. . U2's early sound was rooted in post-punk but eventually grew to incorporate influences from many genres of popular music. Throughout the group's musical pursuits, they have maintained a sound built on melodic instrumentals, highlighted by The Edge's timbrally varied guitar sounds and Bono's expressive vocals. Their lyrics, often embellished with spiritual imagery, focus on personal themes and sociopolitical concerns.

Yeah Desert sky, dream beneath the desert sky The rivers run but soon run dry We need new dreams tonight Desert rose, dreamed I saw a desert rose Dressed all in ribbons and bows Like a siren she calls to me Sleep comes like a drug in God's country Sad eyes, crooked crosses, in God's country, yeah Set me alight, we'll punch a hole right through the night Every day the dreamers die to see what's on the other side She is liberty, and she comes to rescue me Hope, faith, her vanity The greatest gift is gold Sleep comes like a drug in God's country Sad eyes, crooked crosses, in God's country, yeah Naked flame, she stands with naked flame I stand with sons of Cain Burned by the fire of love Burned by the fire of love