10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About U2


	10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About U2
JediKnut
4-25-2008 2:26 AM
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u2, rock
JediKnut says:
Really awesome list! Some of this stuff I didn't know myself!

Check the link to read the full story. A must for any U2 fan!
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