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Bono: “I know I can be a pain in the arse”

U2 frontman Bono has revealed that he believes he has an “annoying gene” and that he admits he “can be a pain in the arse”.

The activist and charity campaigner wrote about he and his band’s relationship with Australia in the country’s Daily Telegraph newspaper after U2 wrapped up their 360 Degree Tour in Perth on Sunday (December 19), saying that he admits he can be sanctimonious.

He said: "Sydney 1993 was a low point in our long career: the only time one of us didn't turn up for a concert. Adam Clayton probably hasn't forgiven himself until this tour.

"Australia forgave us that and other indulgences. Among them my sanctimony. I know I can be a pain in the arse. I have an annoying gene; it's in my DNA. I even annoy myself.

"When righteous anger turns to self-righteous, projectile vomit is the right response.

"Sometimes I forget that I'm an artist - but I shouldn't, because that's what I am, a working pop artist in a big F-Off rock band."

Watch a clip from the 360 Degree Tour below: