Formed in Dublin in 1978, U2 is one of the greatest songwriting partnerships and most influential bands of ... International Achievement in 1994, Best Song Musically and Lyrically for ‘Walk ...

It's a few days late to tie in with St. Patrick's Day, but U2 are the first Irish songwriters to be named Ivors Academy Fellows. They are the second group to receive the honor, following Bee Gees.