Paul David Hewson (born 10 May 1960), better known as Bono, is an Irish singer-songwriter, activist, and philanthropist. Bono is the lead singer and primary lyricist for the rock band U2.
Bono was born and raised in Dublin and went to Mount Temple Comprehensive School, where he met his future wife, Alison Stewart, and formed the band U2 with other students.
Through his expressive vocal style, grandiose body language, and passionate songwriting, Bono quickly made a name for himself as the band’s charismatic frontman. His religious imagery is influenced by his Christian beliefs, and he frequently incorporates social and political themes into his lyrics.
In the early years of U2, Bono’s lyrics helped to set the band’s rebellious and ethereal tone.
Bono has become one of the world’s most well-known philanthropic performers, and the National Journal named him the most politically effective celebrity of all time.
Bono has been dubbed “the face of fusion philanthropy” for his success in enlisting powerful allies from a diverse range of leaders in government, religious institutions, philanthropic organizations, popular media, and business, as well as for spearheading new organizational networks that connect global humanitarian relief with geopolitical activism and corporate commercial enterprise.
Why is Bono called Bono?
The name is derived from the Latin phrase meaning “good voice.” Guggi gave Bono the nickname, which he initially disliked but accepted after learning of its translation.
Hewson has been referred to as “Bono” since he was 14 or 15. Aside from being his stage name.
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