Paul David Hewson , better known as Bono ( born 10 May 1960 in Dublin , Ireland ) is an Irish musician , best known as the lead singer for the rock band U2 . Paul David Hewson ( born 10 May 1960 ) , most commonly known by his stage name Bono ( Ë bÉ n oÊ ) , is an Irish singer , musician , and humanitarian best known for being the main vocalist of the Dublin-based rock band U2 . Bono was born and raised in Dublin , Ireland , and attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School where he met his future wife , Ali Hewson , and the future members of U2 .