Songs Of Spirit

To the Editors:

U2 is the most important band in the world ((MUSIC, April 27)). With their songs, these musicians convey a sense of justice and evoke a wholesome feeling in the hearts and minds of their listeners.

Edward J. Barfield

Hazelwood, Mo.

The music of U2 embodies a trend that differs markedly from the mood of the songs of the 1960s. Although philanthropy remains the general theme of the lyrics, the composers have abandoned their anti-Establishment tone and given way to a more humanitarian sentiment. Hunger, war and apathy are out; food, peace and empathy are in.

Edward C. Henschel

West Hyannisport, Mass.

Is your writer serious about U2's social statements? Can he really hear the "moral imperatives" above the turbid screaming and screeching? Great musicians have made political statements with their music, which was not stylized through the gimmickry of electronics.

Emil Agosta

Weaverville, N.C.

At last adults are beginning to recognize the integrity and morality that rock groups are trying to show us. U2 reaches its audience in a way that no organized church can ever hope to achieve.

Linda Kennedy

Perkiomenville, Pa.

While many people are into U2 for "deep and meaningful" reasons, most of us just love the sound and the words. Frankly, I am tired of incomprehensible lyrics that end with "oooh, baby." U2 does not insult our intelligence. The band's music makes the hair on my neck stand up and my brain work. That is the best of both worlds, wouldn't you say?

Pauline Belleville

Burbank, Calif.