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U2

The Zane Lowe Interview Series

CHAPTER

The Influence of Kurt Cobain and The Beatles on Songwriting and U2

The speakers discuss how Kurt Cobain described 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' as a pop song despite its aggressive nature and talk about the importance of songwriting discipline using their own favorite song, 'In My Life' by The Beatles, as an example. They also emphasize the significance of being open to experimentation and innovation in music.

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