U2: Best of the '80s

Of all of U2's career highlights, their ‘80s accomplishments stand out most. War made Bono and Co. stars after two critically lauded LPs, and an unforgettable performance at 1985's Live Aid turned them into the decade's most vital rock band. From there, U2 set their sights stateside, landing their first U.S. No. 1 hit and graduating to stadiums for good.