Even Bruce wasn’t always sure exactly what he was trying to say with “Born in the U.S.A.” Let’s finish tracing the evolution of one of Bruce Springsteen’s most famous songs, from early drafts to remixes and great live performances.
Category: Roll of the Dice
Cast off before he ever even finished it, “Love’s Gonna Be Tonight” is a Buddy Holly homage that might have been right at home on The River.
How do you break down a song when the songwriter is an unreliable source? You just dive right in and listen. Let’s cut through the mystery of “Harry’s Place” and explore the heart of the song.
Omitting this stunning street romance from Greetings From Asbury Park was a ballroom crime. Take a close listen to this misunderstood lost classic inside.
A tale of two versions of the same song. One ranks near the top of Bruce’s catalog, the other near the bottom. Find out which is which (and why) inside.
Bruce re-wrote Roy Orbison’s classic “Oh, Pretty Woman,” giving the title character a name and a more realistic ending. Insights and rare performances inside.
At the dawn of the 1970s, even Bruce couldn’t help but be a little cynical about the likelihood of real change. Take a listen to his sarcastic Steel Mill song, “Change It.”
“My Lucky Day” is classic E Street magic both in the studio and on stage. Take a look and listen behind the scenes inside.
The road to “Born in the U.S.A.” starts here with this Nebraska-era demo.
“Darlington County” has a prequel, Wayne’s buddy has a name, and Bobby Jean has yet another sister. Don’t believe me? Take a listen to Bruce’s unreleased lark, “Delivery Man.”