Fontaines D.C. cover U2's 1992 hit 'One' for Apple Music Home Sessions

Dublin rockers Fontaines D.C. have put their trademark spin on U2's classic hit 'One' ahead of their St. Patrick's Day appearance on Jameson Connects' Widen the Circle livestream this Thursday.

The single was recorded as part of Apple Music Home Sessions, Vol.2. The Grammy-nominated outfit have previously covered the likes of The Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys and The Pogues' version of traditional song 'I'm A Man You Don't Meet Every Day' over the past two years.

'One' was initially released as a benefit single by U2, with proceeds going towards AIDS research. The song was written after the band members were inspired by a chord progression The Edge was playing in the studio. The lyrics, written by Bono, were inspired by the band members' fractured relationships and the German reunification.

Listen to Fontaines D.C. cover 'One' below:

Ahead of the release of their highly anticipated third album, Skinty Fia, next month, Fontaines D.C. were crowned Best Band In The World at the NME Awards 2022, held at the O2 Academy Brixton in London last week.

Following their livestreamed Jameson Connects gig on St Patrick's Day, they embark on a major tour of Europe later this month – before heading to North America.

Fans can expect songs from Dogrel, A Hero's Death and upcoming album Skinty Fia to be performed on the eve. Most recent single 'I Love You' marks the second song to emerge from Fontaines D.C.'s new album, which lands on April 22nd via Partisan Records. 'Jackie Down The Line' was given its television debut on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon earlier this year.

They'll be back in Europe for the festival circuit this the summer, and will play two shows in the Iveagh Gardens, Dublin on July 2 and 3. Fontaines D.C. also made the Electric Picnic line-up, so catch them at Stradbally, Co. Laois from September 2-4 this year.

Stay tuned for a cover interview with Fontaines D.C. in our upcoming issue.