Magnificent Lyrics

Lyric discussion by young_jables 

Cover art for Magnificent lyrics by U2

Classic THE EDGE riff! The intro rules! I think Bono is singing about a muse, which can be a lover, fans, mother, god.

According to Rolling Stone's Magazine, the song is based on the Magnificat (Canticle of Mary) from the Gospel of Luke.

Thanks for your reply. I was not aware of that.