The song is a popular feature for collectors, appearing in various U2 vinyl collection sets .

The song explores the idea of sacrifice made for one's art or medium. Lanois initially envisioned the setting as a small bedroom in 1950s New York, imagining the persona of jazz legend Charlie Parker. 2. Musical Contributions

The track was produced by the longtime U2 collaborative team of Brian Eno , Daniel Lanois , and Steve Lillywhite .

"Magnificent" is the second track and second single from U2's 2009 album, No Line on the Horizon . It is widely regarded as one of the band's most overt "hymns of praise," drawing heavy comparisons to their 1981 song "Gloria" for its spiritual and worshipful themes.