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

"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.

The track was born during recording sessions in Fez, Morocco . Co-producer Daniel Lanois noted that Bono came up with the euphoric melody, which the band treated like a "fanfare".