San Diego 1997 by U2 is a live album that captures the band at their peak. The album features recordings from their PopMart tour, which was one of their most visually stunning and ambitious tours to date. The album is a must-have for any U2 fan, as it showcases the band's energy and musicianship in a way that studio albums simply can't.
The album opens with the crowd-pleasing "Mofo," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. Bono's vocals are powerful and emotive, and the rest of the band is firing on all cylinders. Other highlights include "Gone," "Until the End of the World," and "Staring at the Sun," all of which showcase the band's ability to blend rock and pop into something truly unique.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Please," which features a spoken-word intro from Bono that addresses the conflict in Northern Ireland. The song is a powerful statement on the need for peace and understanding in a world that's often divided by politics and religion.