Reviews (page 8 of 14)
3.58
Actually really enjoyed, will listen again. Bit Scouting for Girls-esque in that he repeats the song title all the time
Classic
Some rockabilly, some rock, some southern rock, this album has it all. Every song is carefully crafted and they're all great.
YEAAHHHHH I LOVE AMERICA LETS GOOOOO 🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅(i was born in canada)
Correcto.
Iconic album, many of the tracks offer great energy and are interesting to me, but I only care for a couple of songs on the album
No Surrender is my favourite song off this album! Pure Heartland rock - it’s hard to not like this album!
Awesome album Favourites- born in the USA, cover me, I’m on fire, bobby jean, glory days, dancing in the dark
Lots of bangers but a lot faded into the bg
Soundtrack of my youth.
Though the lyrics decry the complications of American society, the sound of this album resonated with so many that it incidentally created patriotic fervor and to this day is still used incorrectly. I think seven singles is a bit much, but this new sound of music gave way for so many to shine in "Heartland Rock." The music is classic Springsteen: simple, but so full of emotion you can't help but get pulled in as the snare hits on 2 and 4 under a bright melodic line. It incorporates modern 80's instrumentation with all that Springsteen has learned in his career thus far to launch him into an American Icon
Favorite tracks that I didn’t already know: Cover Me and Darlington County. I really enjoyed this and listened twice through!
Vitsit mikä b-puolen pelastus ovat Glory days ja Dancing in the dark! Ottakaa opiksi! Jäi vain hyvä mieli, vaikka keskivaihe vähän jäi pliisuksi. Ja hyvät synat tietty.
Very cool for 1984. It seems foundational.
Fantastic album. Even saved some of the best tracks for the last few. Starts on a high note, ends on a high note. It isn't one of my personal favorites but I cannot see giving it less than 4 stars.
Good stuff on here. Obviously some absolute banger anthems and those I dug. The non-recognizable songs were fine, but nothing to write home about.
This album is very much a mixed bag. There are some obvious bangers, but some definite duds as well. The good ones are REALLY good. Hence 4 stars.
BL: Listened to this album before. Springsteen was a large part of my youth. Tapping into the cultural alienating feeling of coming from a small town with little prospects beyond working in what little infrastructure is there (limiting myself to retail or accountancy), or going beyond and exploring the great unknown (in my case, London). This album does focus more on the politics of the time as opposed to other forays but I think this is a welcome change, and reinforced Springsteen as one of the greats of all time. I still want to see him live before the time is up. AL: As good on the relisten as I remember, not much I can add to my previous BL, but highly recommend this one. I’d say Springsteen’s best. FT: “Born in the USA”, “No Surrender”, “Glory Days”, “Dancing in the Dark” 4/5
Having a song become misconstrued is a hell of a thing. That probably wasn't Bruce Springsteen's intention, for Born in the U.S.A. is not the righteous political rah-rah that it has been unfortunately painted as. But we're perhaps far past the point of no return with that. Which is a shame given that the rest of the album, barring a song or two, has been overshadowed. For almost every song on this contains plenty of surprises that could cause more than a head turn and a reconsideration in regards to what was expected. Sure, Bruce is a thoroughbred rock and roller but synthesizers abound (it's the 80s) and he fits in pretty well within them, scarcely sounding out of step as feared. Ultimately, Born in the U.S.A. exists as the moment when Bruce and the zeitgeist once more intertwined and defined the times. While not his masterpiece, it serves as yet another example of his awesome musicianship. Never judge a book or album from its cover. Favorites: Born in the U.S.A., Darlington County, Working on the Highway, I'm on Fire, No Surrender, Bobby Jean, I'm Going Down, Glory Days.
80s synth and production is a bit tough for me
I mean… its a classic.
Still Bruce and great, but this album overall lacks the emotional punch of "Born to Run" or "Nebraska". Some songs still have it like "Dancing in the Dark", an all time great, but there is some fillerish songs on here. Bobby Jean was a surprise that I enjoyed a lot.
Ist das wirklich schon 40 Jahre alt?! Einige altbekannte Ohrwürmer, aber insgesamt schon recht "abgehört".
Was not a fan of Bruce or this album at the time of its release. I was a young lad in 6th grade. My Dad and I always lived Glory Days though! It was nice to look back and listen to the songs on here that didn't have heavy radio play. They still are written and performed well, and could hold their own as top notch songs. The lyrics speak to the people that work hard and enjoy a beer after work, and to the everyday Joe Schmoe of America. One of the things I love about this album is you have radio friendly hits, slow ballads, storytelling, and one of the finest 2 minute 35 second songs ever...I'm on Fire. This song was performed with simple words yet still hit heavy to the core. Look at the lyrics on a page and then listen to how complex and emotional it's delivered, pure genius. 4.4
Much respect to Bruce Springsteen, he is one of the best songwriters of his generation. He writes in reality, even when it’s ugly. I’ve never been a huge fan but if you lived through the 80’s you know almost every track on this album and like at least a few of them.
Born to Run has a slight edge for me but this is also a great Springsteen album
I tried to be cynical listening to this album for the first time in 28 or so years. Since the time when these songs seemed to have an exclusive lease on radio and MTV, I've always turned to Born to Run, Nebraska, Darkness on the Edge of Town, or the Wild, the Innocent, and the E Street Shuffle for my Bruce Springsteen fix. So it had been a while. And I was ready to conclude that this was Bruce's jump the shark moment. Listening afresh I'm stunned by what an amazing collection of songs this is; pretty much without exception. The themes of alienation and redemption through community are beautifully wrought. There're ear worms everywhere. There's the joyful overwhelming spirit of the E Street Band. Sure, I prefer the sound of B-3s and horns to mid-80s synths. But that's a few nits in an otherwise gorgeous tapestry.
4/5
I’m a pretty big Springsteen fan but came to his music a bit later in life. I’ve had the opportunity to see him live a few times and it’s always a fantastic show. Personally kinda love the guy.
Bruce Springsteen mi goat, soy un señor de 55 años comiendo una salchicha en Nueva Jersey. Enjoyable dad rock, nunca te mueras boss
Det man forventer
This was my introduction to Bruce, and I liked it at the time. But through it I found Born to Run and Nebraska, and this all felt a bit 2D. Every song is strong Althought I always felt I'm on Fire was creepy. And Working on the Highway is worse - ran away with an underage girl, brothers caught him and he's tried and sent prison to work on the chain gang - all told like he's the everyday hero that just can't catch a break. Is it satire? I want it to be satire. I liked the reviews on here describing the album as a road trip that gets more complex, which I can totally see now. And there are quality Bruce numbers in No Surrender and My Hometown. It all adds up to a 5 really, but something makes me not want to give it that.
Good
Can’t believe I’ve never listened to this entire album until now. It’s a great album although not something I’d listen to very often.
The Boss!
Das ist natürlich ein absoluter Klassiker. Ein ganz tolles Album von Bruce Springsteen. Der kritische Song "Born in the USA" zündet immer noch und das komplette Album hat keinen einzigen Füller. Für mich persönlich ist das Album nicht unbedingt sein Bestes, aber es ist aus der Musikgeschichte nicht weg zu denken.
A decent mixture of some great songs and some forgettable songs. I love his energy level and charisma. 3.5
Born in the U.S.A. I'm On Fire Glory Days Dancing In the Dark
At first I was like boring, overplayed, maybe a 3. Picked up around Downbound Train for me. Dancing in the Dark is the best track. Not bad all around, very radio-friendly, probably a 3.6, so rounding up on this.
The Boss!
This feels like summertime with my family by the lake
I like the album Born in the U.S.A. a lot better than the song Born in the U.S.A.
This album was everywhere when I was kid. I know three songs for sure. Looking forward to finally hearing the rest. On down bound train. This is a good album but it sounds very “80s”. Not all of it. But just some of the synth choices. No surrender is a fantastic song. I think the crpytkeeper 5 covered this and I had no idea it was a cover. And now Bobby Jean. These are great tracks and they sound timeless. On “I’m going down”. What an amazing album this is.
Just not a fan of this guy. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a great album with iconic groundbreaking songs. I was 11 years old. I rank it over halfway because I know this albums place in history.
I remember there were so many hits off this album that it got a little tiresome (but the songs were great). The "filler" songs aren't as enjoyable, though, so I'll hold off on the last star.
Some classics, enjoyed some of the keys and horns. So so 80s.
Reminds me of my youth, so many of these songs were in heavy rotation, on the radio and on MTV. Stand out tracks are glory days my hometown Cover Me, I’m On Fire period so many great songs such a good album.
Love the heartland rock
#10 Bruce Springsteen - Born in the U.S.A. (1984) Pop Rock, Heartland Rock AOR C'mon man. It's Springsteen. Favourite Track: Cover Me Least Favourite Track: Bobby Jean
ok
A couple of massive songs on here but I feel like I’m the wrong side of the Atlantic to live this album.
Springsteen brings a brighter, poppier flair to his working class American ballads. His music was always on when I was a kid so I was really familiar with a lot of this album, but there were a few songs I had never heard before and they sounded just as strong as the others. It's a classic album.
2024-02-25
I love the boss.
Overall pretty good. I don't think I'm going to become a Springsteen fan, but a number of songs I liked.
OMG! I forgot how amazing this album is! I haven’t revisited this one since I was a kid. Dad used to put this in the ghettoblaster on our road trips (we did not have a tape deck… so many D-Cell batteries killed during our summers). The big hits still hit and the songs with titles I didn’t recognize are still amazing (and I totally remember all those songs!) Not quite a no-skipper. High 4
Cheesy 80s Americana music, but I'm quite surprised at how much I enjoyed it. Helps to know that the title track is actually a protest song and not the jingoistic garbage that media-illiterate types seem to think it is. And Glory Days is probably the best song written about people who peaked in high school.
I could listen to Springsteen sing all day. However, the songs are somewhat boring.
As much as I'd like to, I can't fault it
Yesterday I thought "I wonder when the first Bruce Springsteen album will show up", and here we are. This has to be one of his most famous albums, so here we go. I've tried liking Bruce Springsteen so many times, but he never really manage to get up there with the great ones for me. I think the best comparison I can make is to meat and potatoes; even though I'd say Bruce Springsteen is very good meats and potatoes, it just - at least for me - never manages to get very exciting or really stand out. With that said, I still think this is a very solid album. It seems to contain his most popular songs, 'Born in the U.S.A' and 'Dancing in the Dark', the latter of which I am a real fan. I think the songs between the hits are solid as well, but no bangers. 4 stars from me feels like a very fitting compromise since I just don't love it that much, but still recognize that it's a good album.
Correcto.
Springsteen probably has a few on this list but this one makes sense to see for sure. Born in the USA is rightly iconic but a song like Downbound Train is where Springsteen hits for me. His voice and the overall sound has a place with music greats more for the feel than anything else.
I don't know if it's the copy of the album I had but I expected these songs to sound bigger. They all kind of sounded flat. There is potential here. I would cut out the synths and probably ditch all the saxophone. I wish it had more of 60s or 70s or just unplugged sound for the instrumentals. I like his energy and the story telling lyrics. As an album it's pretty cohesive.
honestly banger after banger
A classic.
Im not even a huge springsteen fan, but great songwriting and good vibes.
Very Brucey
Some classics. I really liked "Downbound Train". The 80's synth sounds aren't great, was expecting more straight forward rock and roll.
i still think soccer mommy and lucy dacus have definitive covers of some of these songs but amazing foundational album ty jersey king
The Boss' biggest hits were here, which is funny because the biggest hit here is complaining that the label wants big hit singles. Overall it's a good record, I really like it. Merican as FUCK
One of my mom's favourite albums. 3.5/5
Americana at its finest. This album is full of songs that I sang along with in highschool, so it holds a lot of memories. Although Bruce Springsteen doesn't have the best singing voice, I feel like his songwriting and lyrics make up for that. His music make me feel something inside that's hard to explain, maybe nostalgia, maybe pride or longing, but I think that's why I like it.
•Owned •Lyrically, this is an album in line with Springsteen's work up until this point, but the bright, almost sterile production undermines it. However, that same pop production is what ushered the artist's message—namely against war and the underselling of the working class—to an even larger audience. •4/5
I mean, it’s good, but a bit straight ahead dad rock for me. Not a bad track to be heard. Steven Van Zandt was good in the Sopranos too, what a talented man
Paar geile Dinger dabei 👌🏻 der Boss rockt ab
Great album. Really enjoy the singles, but the rest of the album is worthy as well. Listening to it reminded me that "Dancing in the Dark" was maybe my first favorite song growing up. Distinctly remember hearing it on the radio on my way to and at Preschool. 4/5
Great songs, very well produced. The songs do get a bit samey outside of the hits, though.
Another classic.
Klassieker, doet absoluut nog niet gedateerd aan na 40 jaar.
Bangers. Favorite song I'm on fire
Nice album! Springsteen is the real american rocker.
I wish this was a 10 point scale because I'm giving it a 4 but it's better than most 4s I've given, just holding off the 5 because it's only something I would dip into some of I think. Might revisit and redecide
All the hits.
Heard a lot of the songs before but as an album it’s a cohesive piece and a banger
Strong 4
Already listened to - in fact, I have it on vinyl (though that was my parents' choice). I do like it, but I haven't really listened to much else Bruce Springsteen - perhaps I should.
Excelente album, great artist
p529. 1985. 4 stars. Anthems for 80s American blue collar workers. Packed with hits, there is only one weak track on this ("Bobby Jean") and the lyrics are a direct counterpoint to the hope of "Born To Run". Not his best work, but still pretty damn good. Point deducted for dated 80s production and synths. "I'm ten years burning down the road / Nowhere to run, ain't got nowhere to go"
Es curioso, teniendo un género tan distinto en otras cosas, puedo ver mucho la influencia de Bruce en Bon Jovi
Gotta love the Boss. I once camped out with a friend to get tickets to his concert and wasn't even going to go... Listening to him always takes me back!
Many artists go for the big melodramatic moments of life. Springsteen is the voice of everyday life for everyday people.
Leuk. 4/5.
Made me question if New Jersey was the most American state, so that really says everything
4. Some of the songs didn't tickle my fancy but most were brilliant
It's a Classic. I love the album concept and the powerfull message. My Favorite songs: Dancing in the Dark, and No Surrender.
A few solid tracks marred by a couple of clunkers
good but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I'll probably come across as a bit of a numpty here, but with all the accolades for this album I was left feeling a little bit disappointed after listening to it. That's not to say it wasn't very good, but I reviewed 'Born To Run' recently and I personally preferred that album ever so slightly.
Dated, but it adds to the over all nostalgic feel of the album.
Before doing this musical journey, I never thought of The Boss much, but now with a second album that I've listened to in full, I must day I've become a Springsteen fan. This album is a hit machine. Some of his most classic songs are represented here and the pop culture phenomena that was Bruce is in full swing. The allum cover itself is legendary piece of Americana. 4.5
This is prototypical American Rock and Roll. Bruce is one of the best, and I think I said this on the other album we've seen on this list, American rockers of all time. First off, there are some classic bangers like “I’m On Fire,” “Born in the U.S.A.,” and “Dancing in the Dark.” I was hoping some of the songs I hadn’t heard on the album would be similarly good, but they were fine at best. However, I can't do below a 4 on this.
Feels dated to me in way that his other albums do not - Nebraska, Asbury Park, Born to Run, etc. have a timeless character to them. This one feels locked in the early 80's. I still love it.
Great album American Rock at its finest
8/10 My favorite tracks were Downbound Train and I'm on Fire Ive heard most of this album over the course of my life but this was my first time listening to it front to back and i was happily suprised with some of the less famous tracks!
I've never been the biggest Springsteen fan but as an album it's alright. Especially for the 80s, it could have been SO much worse, so cudos Bruce.
very much a poppy feel but a very consistent album the whole way through. filled with classics and you can’t complain about bruce springsteen, he’s a tried and tested artist. maybe not my favorite springsteen album but definetely one of the best and well worth listening to.
Classic Springsteen. Excellent.
the only thing holding this album back is some of the arrangements…holding the piano and sax should’ve taken a back seat. especially on the title track. i’d rather hear bruce’s angry guitar.
Solid Springsteen. Yeah, he's not really a "flag-waver", and the misdirection on all the marketing for "Born in the USA" smacks of commercialism off something he doesn't really believe, the tunes are undeniably good. "Glory Days" should resonate with almost every athletically-active guy.
idk tbh
Clear why this album is on the list. Born in the USA, I'm on fire, glory days, dancing in the dark.. Solid album, wasn't a huge fan of no surrender or my hometown. Sounds very 80s at times but not in a bad way. Lots of lyrics focusing on blue collar America.
Classic!
Great sound to this album. Bruce a legend.
It's good. Who would have thought?
Some great parts, emotional, roaring, mostly energetic
bangers!!!!!!
Does it get more 80s americana rock than this? We've got highways, trains, war, and more! Feels good though.
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Hade inte hört Glory days innan, den var mycket bra! Som en bättre version av Born in the USA. Overall har albumet några 5/5 låtar, men även några som är mer 2-3/5. Därför ger jag en solid 4/5 till Born in the USA
I hadn't really appreciated how good this is until now. Top stuff.
Tight. Good 1st track
Great classic rock album.
Very much enjoyed. I’m On Fire was introduced to me from Orange is the New Black and I’ve loved it ever since. I ignore the power imbalance undertones.
Really 3.5. I'm not a huge fan of The Boss but some undeniable bangers.
This was a huge album when I was in junior high, took me back.
Better than I thought
It was surprisingly good! Love a bit of lefty, big, americana, country-ish rock. Would listen again.
This would be a five if I hadn't heard so many of the songs a million times.
Still enjoyed it after many years away from it. Can sit all the way through without intervention which is unusual for me. Only thing is, and I have thought this about other more recent Springsteen records, is the sound seems a tad "rough" to me. Maybe it is meant to be like that, or maybe it is just my hearing letting me down. Still a solid 4/5 anyway.
Fajne, gitarki i ładne śpiewanie. Dobre do auta.
cover me is a banger
i liked some songs
Classic. Starter pack for some American summer barbeque brews. Wouldn't really listen to most of these aside from that though. Have to pay my respects where they're due. Personal Favorites: Cover me, Born in the U.S.A
Album 224 of 1001 Bruce Springsteen - Born in the U.S.A. Rating : 4.5 / 5 Favorite Track : Glory Days / My Hometown, etc, etc, etc. That was easy. As mentioned when I listened to "Darkness on the Edge of Town", I have a greater respect for Bruce and his songwriting than I did in my younger years. I think the future will only bring him even more respect when discussions of songwriting are had. Great album. If you've only heard the songs here and there, take 46-1/2 minutes and give the full album a listen. You won't be disappointed.
Plenty of upbeat hits
Very decent music.
Felt a little stale at first but really grew on me as time went on. The same goes for his voice. Definitely worth a second listen.
Fucking classic. Although the best album of springsteen is nevada, this one's a banger!
reminds me a lot of my dad
Done
还不错！喜欢🎷
It’s cool gives me 80s vibes
1. Born in the USA - Blijft een bloed irritant nummer, zware misser 2. Cover Me - Geweldig nummer, erg Bruce Springsteeny 3. Darlington County - Beduidend minder dan Cover Me maar prima nummer 4. Working on the Highway- Verrassend leuk, ondergewaardeerd 5. Downbound Train - Wat duisterder, nodig en super goed 6. I'm On Fire - Prachtig nummer 7. No Surrender - Oke, niet heel bijzonder maar niet slecht 8. Bobby Jean - Het heeft iets heerlijk tragisch, zo'n voorbestemde liefde gevoel van ondraaglijk lijden, en dan zieke sax solo 9. I'm Going Down - Simpel maar leuk nummer, om de een of andere reden minder Springsteeny dan de rest, wel weer sax terug wat banger is. 10. Glory Days - Echt heerlijk, dit is soort van hoe Born In The USA had moeten klinken 11. Dancing In The Dark - Misschien wel het beste Springsteen nummer ooit gemaakt, absolute perfectie 12. My Hometown - Perfecte afsluiter van het album, zet deze ''ode aan Amerika'' in het bedoelde perspectief. Treurig einde wel maar een goede tegenhanger van het openingsnummer
Not my type of music, but I liked listening to the whole thing.
Listened to this while playing Return to Dark Tower. My first time playing. I had a blast! I was apprehensive to listen to this album. I am not a fan of the title song...so I was expecting this to be lots of that. It kinda was...but I liked it more than I was expecting to. I've heard Arcade Fire often compared to Springsteen, but I've never understood the comparison til listening to this album. I feel like I need to hear them cover Dancing in the Dark. Definitely have a lot more respect for BS as an artist after hearing the album.
Good album. I grew up hearing most of these songs on the radio. Not my cup of tea, but there are many good songs on it.
always gonna remind me of courtney cox and adam sandler and the fourth of july
I forgot how many songs from this album got radio play. The jubilant, upbeat melodies belie the bittersweet themes of regret and sad nostalgia. I was never a Springsteen fan, but he sure can craft some poignant lyrics. A big, puffy ❤️ for "Bobby Jean" which I never listened to before. Only one really bum song on the whole album.
Very fun and upbeat chord progressions, with bright shiny music. The lyrics are really depressing though.
Classic
Very americana. Not really my thing, but still good.
Good album. Reminds me of the 80s
Incredible album, though it’s always hard to judge someone as great as Bruce Springsteen. That being said, some of the non-hits didn’t fully land with me, though they’re very good too. I did learn that I’m on Fire was him and not Elvis originally, as I always assumed. Favorite song: Born in the USA. 9/10
Classic. Familiar.
Great collection of songs. Not necessarily cohesive enough to be his best album. I still prefer Born to Run
Enjoyed it
THIS ALBUM IS SO AMERICAN I TOTALLY PAID ATTENTION TO THE LYRICS AND THEMES OF THE ALBUM USA USA 🦅🦅🦅
Am aware of and enjoy the works of The Boss but never listened to any of his albums beyond the obligatory ’Greatest Hits’. Very much enjoyed this. Would listen again
First time I had sit down with this one and I very much enjoyed it. Had heard all the singles before so interesting to hear it in the context of the album
Great music from the boss!
A good classic album
This was a great album. I remember listening to this a lot as a kid. 4.5/5
Oh fijn! Een rock album! Born in the USA, het nummer dat iedereen wel kan dromen en consistent verkeerd geinterperteerd word door patriotische amerikanen. Alleen daarom al een banger. Hoor ik nou een mondharmonica op Darlington Country? Of zit ik totaal fout. Loev weinig gebruikte instrumenten te horen. Dit is wel echt een beetje peak americana rock voor mij. Ik vind Bruce een lekkere stem hebben, ga best lekker op deze muziek. I'm on fire is zo'n nummer dat ik heb gehoord, dat ik ken maar nog nooit zelf aan heb gezet. OH MIJN GOD STAAT DANCING IN THE DARK OP DIT ALBUM????? Vuur, puur vuur. Dit is nu mijn favo dad-rock album dat we geluisterd hebben tot nu toe. Is het 5 sterren? dat denk ik niet, maar dit is een verdiende 4 sterren radiorock album. Ik vibe zn stem, de muziek is gewoon chill en het album is precies lang genoeg. FAVO: Born in the USA, Darlington Country, I'm on fire, Glory days, Dancing in the dark
The Boss, nog zo'n bekende artiest waar ik niet super bekend mee ben. Dit voelt wel een beetje als een soort greatest hits albums, veel nummers ken ik zelfs. Desondanks, vind ik dit een zeer plezierig album om naar te luisteren. Het voelt heel erg gegrond, maar met wel wat duidelijke elektronische invloeden, met wat fijne synth lijntjes hier en daar. Tot slot bevat dit album mijn favoriete Springsteen nummer, I'm on fire, dus per direct een plusje. Favorieten: Cover Me, I'm on Fire, Glory Days
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1. BORN IN THE U.S.A. (5 stars) 2. COVER ME (3 stars) 3. DARLINGTON COUNTY (3 stars) - no bridge Didn't realize how rockabilly this album was until I got to 4 4. WORKING ON THE HIGHWAY (3) 5. DOWNBOUND TRAIN (3.5) - not rockabilly, liked it a bit better 6. I’M ON FIRE (5) - obviously heard this one a thousand times back in the day 7. NO SURRENDER (4.5) - surprised by this one, really liked it. 8. BOBBY JEAN (3) 9. I’M GOIN’ DOWN (3.5) - has a really old-school fifties feel to it 10. GLORY DAYS (5) 11. DANCING IN THE DARK (5) - astonishing how different this song is than all the others 12. MY HOMETOWN (5) - I remember this one - much quieter and folkier than anything else on the record.
Can’t deny that this is about as fun as rock gets, there are some cheesy bits here and there, but why shouldn’t there be. The hits speak for themselves, and the b-sides ain’t bad either. As I move through the Springsteen records (this is the second) I think I prefer the dark and moody sight just a bit more. Dancing in the dark is a timeless anthem.
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Bruce Springsteen is not my favorite, but this is a good overall album
VERY EXCITED
banger
Bruce hits the big time. Much pop-ier than earlier work but all good.
I like this album, all the songs are fun and catchy, even if a little repetitive. Springsteen is such an emotional vocalist and the band plays with so much passion. It’s easy to enjoy this album. 4/5
Correcto.
Really good Bruce Springsteen album. There's some great hits on it. A little bit more radio friendly than his other albums.
I'm not the biggest fan of The Boss, but I'd venture to say that this is his best work. Great album! It is a shame though that it has been twisted as a patriotic album rather than the true protest album that it is.
I voted his last one 1 star. This one I'm much more familiar with and it is much better than the post 911 American love fest album which I despised - yuck.
Americana via New Jersey
A rightful classic. Springsteen is a hell of a songwriter. However, a lot of this just isn’t my thing.
I wonder if there’s ever been a record that has as many bangers as this? I went through a big Springsteen phase about 10 years ago and havent listened to him much since, so this has been a nice reminder of how class he is. This album was also a mainstay in my Dads car as a kid, and brings back nice memories. It’s not my favourite of his (Darkness on the Edge of Town / Born to Run take that acolade), but it is the album I’d say is Bruce Springsteen. His band are phenomenal too - was lucky enough to see them at the Stadium of Light about 2010ish and for 3 hours straight they didn’t let up. Cool as fuck, and arguably the best live act around. 4.5
Ah the boss hey! Feels so American to me, but not the recent America, the American dream type America, the small town America... My dad is a huge fan, although I'm not sure how much of this album he played... Springsteen hipster. Don't think I've heard this album in full before I'm not a fan of born in the USA and dancing in the dark feels like a guilty pleasure. Can't help but picture Courtney Cox dancing However, there are some really great tracks on here that evoke that American dream feeling. Think I like no surrender best. Highlights are: Downbound train I'm on fire No surrender Dancing in the dark My hometown I'm pretty sure he has better albums than this, which will appear on this list, but still really enjoyed this 4.5
This is the most American album ever and includes a heavy social criticism
Knew some of the songs.
Surprised how many songs I knew. Not a Springsteen fan but this album has a lot of hits on it.
alright sure yea it's good, nice big soaring choruses and sax parts. everyone impersonating springsteen as their version of doing "rock vocals" for the last 40 years has kinda made it sound corny asf tho
he's the boss!
Here Bruce gets more anthemic than ever, and the most anthemic he possibly will ever, while still retaining the singular portraits of working class life he had explored on The River and Darkness. The ‘80s polish sometimes gets in the way, though the textures the synths add on “Dancing In the Dark,” for example, stick with you.
I didn’t really appreciate Bruce Springsteen’s music until years later, but my high-school self knew all the lyrics to all the hits from this album, envied Courtney Cox in the ‘Dancing in the Dark’ video and could probably pick Bruce’s ass out of a lineup.
So many pivotal classics that I actively opposed when this came out because I didn’t sit down with the album and really listen. It’s definitely one for the list.
Bruce Springsteen’s Born in The USA — a hard-thumping, fist-pumping collection of concert-ready mega pop songs — is an extravagant, yet devastatingly honest summation of the oft-coveted american dream: the feelings of freedom and superiority, wind blowing in your hair; the short-lived sense of existential victory; the repetitive doom of capitalism; the fear and tension bred by race and politics; and — maybe most important to the success of this record — the sheen of optimism that shields the decay underneath. every song is more vivid and vibrant than the one before — which is saying a lot, as the opener is full of life from the second the synths kick in. there are moments of quiet longing for more than the glorified american dream: on “I’m On Fire,” he yearns for romance, and then opens the b-side of the album with an ode to long-lasting friendship on “No Surrender”. there’s more to be had than the desire for a fast-paced, fist-pumping life — the darkness begins to rear its head in the latter half of the album, oppressive sadness and regret ooze out of the rapturous joy like sweat on skin, but the way they coexist so seamlessly is a testament to Springsteen’s acerbic storytelling. by the end of the record, you get the sense Springsteen has found the perfect, sweetest dream, and it’s a blast to join him on the ride.
mas gringo no se puede. pero del bueno.
A great rollocking listen still, after nearly *checks notes* 40 years
I bought this in the 80's and listened to it many times as a teenager.
wear polo and listen to boss
At first I was greatly upset by this album—the first few tracks were so stadium anthem-y, which is a great departure from the tracks on previous Springsteen albums that I’ve adored. But, as I got accustomed to the new sound, and came to realize the lyrical quality was just as consistent, I started warming up to it fast. I’m on Fire is a beautiful song that first tipped me off to this album’s quality, and the run of tracks from Glory Days onwards is absolutely classic stuff. Doesn’t reach the highs of some of his earlier, darker work, but still an excellent outing and an extension of an incredible streak of albums Springsteen was on from his debut onwards.
I really enjoyed listening to this album. Even though I'm not a big fan of Springsteen, his music is very much culturally relevant since I'm from New Jersey. I mean, he essentially put Asbury Park on the map and had it make a lot more money after he got popular. And it is always nice listening to an artist that still has a huge hold on state culture like that. I feel a little differently about Sinatra since he feels further removed than Bon Jovi or Springsteen when it comes to naming famous artists from the state.
fav tracks: cover me, i'm on fire, dancing in the dark, no surrender, i'm going down, working on the highway least fav: none
Lots of notable songs here, a few curve balls that are a bit jarring and brings the score down a touch but some of my all time favourite Beatles songs on this album but as a whole not one of my favourite Beatles albums.
Generally thought of myself as "not a Springsteen fan" but this album is super solid. Bop after bop, well done, I'm a convert.
I know I've listened to Born In the U.S.A. at least once before, because this album carries cultural weight. I am very familiar with at least half of the twelve tracks. It's been a long time since I last listened, and I had forgotten that some of the tracks were on this album. I like most of the tracks at least a little, and some of the tracks bring back some nostalgia for when they were on the radio. I wish I liked Bruce Springsteen as much as others do. I don't get swept into the music as much as some of Springsteen's super fans. There are tracks on this album that I would seek out ("I'm on Fire", "My Hometown"), probably for their melancholoy. I probably like Nebraska more than this, but Born In The U.S.A. is worthwhile.
The archetype of a great artist putting out a solid rock 'n roll album.
Good rollicking rock n roll - hardly slows. Surprisingly not as many hooks and catchy choruses as would be expected from such a top selling album. Classic Springsteen storytelling. Terrifically misunderstood title song!
A classic that I've never listened to since I haven't really been able to get into the Boss. Still not my favorite, but worth listening to. A weak 4 for me
Used to hate the Boss, now I kind of appreciate him, although Tom Petty will always be my guy. And while I much prefer Nebraska, which he did before this, I can’t deny how many of these songs are bangers, especially “Cover Me” and “My Hometown”. I do prefer the more rocking Bruce vs the poppy, synth-happy tracks that the biggest hits are, but I can concede that it’s good that he’s clearly having some fun here. Gonna go with B-, which is at least a full letter grade higher than I’d give it in the past.
4/5
dancing in the dark is the manifesto of my spirit - although too often i forget it (no surrender too) this is a good record folks, what do you want from me? lacking in insightful reviewing abilities i consulted my ma who is known to be a fan of this record, and she said: "just brucey baby" the question is, why didnt i think of this myself?
BOM
Massive boomer album, loved it
Great rock n roll
3/20- Driving to school Perfect encapsulation of Springsteen, every song resonates with me in some way and has a dynamic range of style
I had already heard quite a few tracks on this album but was enjoying myself nonetheless. Bruce Springsteen is the 80s for me (among others of course). New favorites are Cover Me and No Surrender.
As I sat down to listen to this album, I had an uncontrollable urge to shot gun 4 beer, clean my hunting rifle, and tattoo an eagle across my back. ‘Merica, fuck yeah.
A misunderstood classic protest album, I've heard the song Born in the USA so many times I didn't bother re-listening to, but the rest of the tracks are so blood good it wasn't missed, in fact it was a relief.
Born in the USA, I’m on fire, and dancing in the dark at nicely spread throughout, always like the hits to be balanced. One negative, really don’t like the synths on this album. Just has not held up over the years and sounds dated and cheesy
Good stuff
Daleko od najboljeg brucea ali opet...
This is such a fun pick-me-up after some serious, challenging albums. I don't think it's Bruce Springsteen's very best album, although it's packed to the gills with major hits, but it's upbeat, rocking, and a joy to listen to. Springsteen has a gift for writing solid rock tunes that are more thoughtful than they seem, and he's a good musician. The production on this one is a bit dated, but it has a feel-good 80s vibe that I enjoy despite myself.
Two Bruce in one week! Artist #114 - an album I've listened to twice before Ah so hard! It's not perfect but it's pretty bloody good!
i really dont know. torn between 3.5 and 4
Uno de los mejores álbumes de rock de los 80, duh.
Highlights: Born in the U.S.A., Dancing In the Dark
At Rock in Rio I saw the first time the band played this entire album in order. I also saw Bruce in Toronto in 1985 when this album was just released. The show started with them playing the title song with a big US flag being a back curtain. Regan wanted this to be his campaign song. Whoops! I guess he didn't check the lyric sheet. Reagan's quote from his campaign trail: "America's future rests . . . in the message of hope in the songs of a man so many young Americans admire - New Jersey's own Bruce Springsteen" Alas, the bromance was one sided as Springsteen, speaking to the audience just before playing Badlands on the day after Reagan was elected said: “I don’t know what you guys think about what happened last night, but I think it’s pretty frightening," It has some other really good songs such as Glory Days and My Hometown and Darlington County is a heck of a lot of fun live. This is his best selling album but I can't get to a 5 since I never really liked Dancing in The Dark and there is a wee bit of filler. I'll save the 5 for the album with the rest of the songs he wrote at this time.
Best: Cover Me Worst: Glory Day
Had never listened to this all the way through before. BiUSA had me thinking this would be a 5 but then it dipper for a bit with some filler. Then it hits Bobby Jean and into Glory Days, Dancing in the Dark and My Hometown. Can't think of any other album that finishes as strongly. Best song Bobby Jean.
I try to knock this album but every time I listen to it, I'm reminded just how good it is. Oh, oh, oh, I'm on fire.
While there are some Springsteen albums I've grown to like more than this one, you can't deny this one's got the hits! Almost every song here is solid gold, baby!
Despite my thoughts leading into this album I actually quite enjoyed it. The hits hit and the rest goes along nicely. I'm not sure if I'll listen again but I don't cringe at the thought of it. I may be a (reluctant) convert?
Genres: Rock This is his seventh studio album. His first two albums were released in 1973. I first became aware of Springsteen in the eighties, but he has been performing since the mid-sixties. As well as being a singer and musician, he is a prolific and very successful songwriter providing hits for many other artists. This particular album sold 30 million copies worldwide and is one of the most commercially successful albums of all time. I loved half the tracks on the album. For me the other (less popular) tracks were OK. Clearly the album is well loved; the least played track has over 10 million plays on Spotify! Perhaps the other tracks will grow on me after listening some more.
I feel like I am listening to my mom's music. Bruce Springsteen sings powerfully about an America in decline, but rather than do anthing about it or offer some hope as to how to fix anything, he can't abandon his framing of one man versus the system and the system wins. His music is good his message sucks ass. Glory Days is a perfect example. His lyrics are all about repression, regression, yearning, and loss. He stirs a pot hoping to have a listener respond and fill in the gaps. It's effective, but i don't like it. It feels like I am being dragged through living all my worst moments.
Not a bad starter
I don't get Bruce Springsteen but this is a very good album.
Bruce in his finest form.
This may be Bruce Springsteen’s most energetic album. It is chock full of singles including the title track, ‘I’m On Fire’ and ‘Dancing in the Dark’ for starters. Once again we see Springsteen positioning himself as an Everyman, the voice of America’s disaffected working class. This is a good role for him and he does it very well. What’s really striking is his genuine love and affection for down and out small town America reflected in songs like ‘My Hometown.’ There is a melancholy to these songs that conjure images of closed factories and dilapidated neighborhoods making his lyrics all the more potent. The biggest drawback of this album is the dated production and instrumentals. However, they too are relics of their time just like the America that Springsteen immortalizes in song. Rather fitting then isn’t it.
Noice
Some of the synths have aged really badly but that's the only real negative. Every song is either poetic and emotional, an outright banger, or both
A couple of things were painfully 80s (looking at you, Born in the USA instrumental), but there are some quality songs on here. 8/10
acc such a cutie
Classic Bruce Not my favorite voice but brings back good memories
Classic album, was cool hearing how many songs on this album went on to stand the test of time. Super unique grit to Bruce’s voice that can be aggressive or gentle. Some of the songs had a surprisingly strong 50’s sound to the vibe and instrumentation. All around solid album, I now want to explore i more of Bruce’s albums going forward.
Pretty good (8,2 out of 10). Some big hits on this album, with Dancing in the Dark being my favourite.
3.9/5. Good Bruce not best Bruce
Such a storyteller. Not even his best album and its chock full of hits.
I'm a sucker for 80s albums. Once you get past the title track which I'm sure you've heard hundreds of times, the album is deeper than you expect. I feel like 50% of people think Bruce Springsteen is a patriot, America First type of guy and 50% know that his music actually appeals to working class. He does a good job of making social commentary catchy. I'm On Fire is the best song on the album but Dancing In The Dark and Downbound Train are both great too
I grew up listening to this music.
Solid. Classic. Good stuff.
All his classics on a single album... Can you believe it?
Love the harmonica and the live sound. Neil young’s voice is great and unique. Although it’s much more country than I’d normally listed to, I Added the whole thing to my library.
Yes I love it. BITUSA is a childhood classic for me glory days too
Never got into Springsteen but this album is peak. Enough has been said about the irony of Born in the USA and many of it fans not realizing the critique of the USA in the lyrics, but oh boy just shows how a non-ironic sounding chorus can sway a song. Dancing in the Dark is prob my fav track. A buncha others are fine but typically not my thing. Still it's a 5 for legacy but a 3 for my enjoyment so... 4 it is.
Yeah, this is a really solid album! Some things still niggle (endless repetition of simple melodic lines, for example) but if I turn off my judgemental filters and get in the mood, most of these songs really hit the spot.
This is a real classic album with some very good songs - even the worst songs here I would still call 'good.' And any album with songs like Born in the U.S.A., Working on the Highway, I'm On Fire, Glory Days, Dancing in the Dark, and My Hometown deserves a high score in my book (or 1001albumgenerator-project). What I really don't like, however, is the mix, which, in typical early-to-mid-80s fashion is quite bright, but at the expense of the low end. Granted, you can hear the bass, but it's too tame to be really driving the groove. Also, there is constantly too much reverb on Springsteen's voice. Which is a real shame. 4/5
I like it
First song I ever danced to, and first song I ever sang to was the title track - at 4 years old - and it was my favourite song too. Obviously I grew up with Springsteen in the background - kind of uncool, but not ignorable, and went through most of my life just kind of thinking, one day I'll give him a proper listen. And in my late 30s I did - and I discovered the wonderful world of The Boss, Born to Run, Darkness on the Edge of Town, Nebraska - all stellar records, and while I did get into a number of individual tracks from this album - which are unavoidable if you grew up anywhere near guitar music, I kind of thought this is the 'cheesy' album - not up to the heights of it's predecessors. And yeah, well, there's a lot more to it than meets the idea. It starts with the title track which is a bit, well 'much' - even though it's such a great song at it's core, and probably one of the most misunderstood songs ever written. But after that, it's a well rounded record, upbeat throughout - not the most introspective - celebratory yet self-aware. Even here, Bruce manages to keep it multi-dimensional - talking about the Vietnam veterans shrouded in faux-jingo-ist anthem, which ends up being the most jingoist anthem ever used - mocking others' Glory Days, a prohibited affair in I'm on Fire, and so on so forth. Musically and lyrically, there's a lot to dig in and discover over the years. It loses one star, because you can't really play Born in the USA out too loud in many places, can you, and it's hardly avoidable in being the first track.
In my mind I tend to pair Born To Run and Born In The U.S.A. together, but this could not be further from the truth. Not only are they nearly a decade apart, but it's reflected in the sound too. Glossy synths line the melody of the opening title track, reflecting a more pop-focused album that's still grounded in Springsteen's signature heartland rock sound. This culminated as Springsteen's most commercially successful album, outselling Pink Floyd's The Wall or The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's. But moneymaking does not make a good album. Looking at the other songs, Born In The U.S.A. is certainly good but not exactly great. Springsteen acknowledged the step down in quality, stating "The rest of the album contains a group of songs about which I've always had some ambivalence." Perhaps the better-written songs could be found on the sister-album Nebraska, but that doesn't change the sheer level of this album's success. Born In The U.S.A. brought heartland rock to the masses and resonated with Americans to their core. Seemingly overnight, Bruce Springsteen had become the everyman: the blue-collar worker getting laid off, the Vietnam veteran with no support system, the father struggling to make ends meet. If it wasn't you, it was somebody you knew. The United States was irreversibly changed under Ronald Reagan. Born In The U.S.A. is the snapshot of this time.
Now here is how you kick off a week. I haven't listened to all of his albums yet, and I'm not a huge fan of him anyway, but this is probably my favorite BS album. Born in the USA is a childhood classic that I remember being on a slideshow our dad would show us. One of the original home movie songs, so to speak. But on top of that I'm on Fire and Dancing in the Dark both reach pretty close in quality. Three awesome songs plus a smattering of pretty good songs on top of it go give this a real Americana feel.
top notch brucey
Run went well, saw mouse for first time though…
Matkittu vähän eppuja.... Syyttömänö syntymään biisiä... Muuten hyvä... Paljon tunnetta äänessä.. se hyvä..
baita som, de consistencia
Classic Springsteen tracks here; evocative, moving, memorable tales from the working class man, invariably laid off by the lumber mill or the factory and falling in hard times. If the production is a little splashy, the songwriting makes up for it.
6/12, 50%
Makes you feel like a kid growing up in the 80s. The album explores middle America and the innocence and trauma of it all. It does make you nostalgic for a different time. Best Songs: Born in the USA, Glory Days, Dancing in the Dark Worst Songs: Darlington County
might deserve 5 stars just for the title track but there's a bit of filler here
Really good album and quite solid down the line rock and roll, enjoyable listen
not bad
💚
Classic. Had never had the chance to listen to it all the way, very much liked Cover Me.
Unbelievable amount of singles. Weird to listen and notice he’s kind of a weak singer that brings incredible energy with a great band. Obviously a classic.
Mooi hoor! Papa en mama luisterden dit vroeger heel vaak, en best veel liedjes werden in de Valom ook gespeeld door Summerland op de kermis. Ik was lekker door aan het luisteren zónder dat ik doorhad dat de cd al afgelopen was en ik 'best of Bruce' aan het luisteren was. Veel meer herkenbaar dan ik dacht. 'Rauwe' stem, en nu ik wat bewuster luister zit er nog wel aardig verhaal in ook!
Very classic album with many great hits
Ceux qui mettent moins de 4 sont de droite
Classic album
if you don't get out of my way when "dancing in the dark" comes on, then it's your fault if you get clocked. this album was full of some old fashioned rock and roll. two of the boss’s biggest songs were here, and ugh did he deliver. the e street band backing him sounded great, too. really, the album left me with a feeling of homesickness. “my hometown” definitely hits the listener over the head with that, especially since it finishes the album. the boss’s voice sounded soulful at times, which definitely contributed.
This album is quintessential Americana heartland rock, but not for the reasons many Americans think it is. Let me explain. It is incredibly common on American Independence Day to hear the song Born in the USA blaring at every neighborhood barbecue and community fireworks show. Many folks cling to the song like some kind of badge of superior patriotism. It's just one of those songs that has become as synonymous with patriotism as the American national anthem. But here's the thing that they fail to get (which is crazy, because it's literally in the lyrics): Born in the USA (the song) is NOT about being proud of being American. It's about the STRUGGLES of being American. It's about how American soldiers were used as cannon fodder in the Vietnam War and how, when they came back, they found difficulties in adjusting to everyday life again, because of inflation, because of trauma, because of lack of support from their government. Because the government treated those who returned from Vietnam as being as good as dead. The soaring chorus lyrics "born in the USA" are intentionally antithetical to the purpose of the song; the verses are meant to make a mockery of the chorus and make the chorus feel hollow. But the real message of this album was buried by blind American patriotism. Apply this concept to Born in the USA (the album), and you have what this album is really about. Again, it is about being American, but not in the way patriotic people should be gloating about. It's about the struggles of blue collar life in America. The album cover captures it perfectly as well, with a clear blue collar type of person (white shirt, tattered jeans, faded hat) emblazoned on the front. This person isn't thriving. This person is getting by. Looking at this album for what it is, it has great, meaningful lyricism encapsulated in very catchy melodies and foot-stomping beats. It really tells a cohesive, real story of life from front to back, which is what makes it such a shining example of the heartland rock genre, and a profound piece of American rock in general. It no doubt launched and furthered the popularity of other heartland rock acts, as well. This album has a number of well known radio hits, and it was great to experience it from front to back. I only wish more Americans appreciated it for what it really is, and not for what they idealize it to be.
Chillin in the usa
If you think Bruce makes stupid music, you’re stupid… simple as
Springsteen's seminal album tells the tale of people who have been beaten down but refuse to quit. Enjoyable, but you have to be in the mood for it.
A handful of well known tunes. A lot of filler.
They don't call him The Boss for no reason. Major nostalgic vibes drip off this thing. Yearning chord progressions aplenty, sax solos, and that gravelly impassioned voice of ol' Brucey Boy.
Some classic bangers like “I’m On Fire,” “Born in the U.S.A.,” and “Dancing in the Dark.” Was hoping some of the songs I hadn’t heard on the album would be similarly good, but I only found that I hadn’t heard them for good reason.
I know it's good but not really my thing. Didn't add to library
It's more pop influenced than I expected, especially in the songs that don't get radio play. There's a reason those songs don't get radio play; they aren't that good. It's a good album that is worth an occasional listen, but I strongly prefer 'Born to Run'. 'Dancing in the Dark' and 'I'm on Fire' are both well known and the best on the album easily. 'No Surrender' is less popular but pretty good.
Kind of a mixed bag for me.
It’s a totally fine Springsteen album. Iconic thanks to a gross misunderstanding of the title track and a Courtney Cox cameo. It’s uneven at times.
Never been much of a Springsteen fan, but this album is ok.
Dancing in the dark
There's something about Bruuuce that always puts me off - is it the bombast? The hyper-masculinity? The fact that some songs sound like Meat Loaf? I just don't know, but when I sit down and listen to a full album, I do enjoy it and Born in the USA is a classic, with many of his biggest and best songs. The title track is oft-misinterpreted to be a chest beating patriot's song but if you actually listen to the verses, you'll see it's anything but and still relevant today. I'm on Fire, I'm Goin' Down, Glory Days, Dancing in the Dark - all fantastic songs and the rest was pretty good too. Overall I preferred Nebraska, which I also had come up recently - more intimate, emotional without going over the top, but I may have to start going through his discography to see what I've been missing.
A nice 4th of July present this was, despite being Australian. I knew and enjoyed the title track and Dancing in the Dark before today but the album as a whole was a pleasant suprise filled with decent tracks.
Likeable Bruce album, sounds like it's time, but some storming tracks.
Does what he does - stadium rock that still manages to sound humble and rooted. It's a little samey and one paced, but the great songs make up for it.
Very nice. Kind of repetitive but the feeling is classic and not overdone. Not as cheesy as I expected.
This marks the third Bruce Springsteen album that I've gotten on this list, and while I don't think that I'll ever consider myself a Springsteen fan, I must say that I've enjoyed all three albums. This album is classic Sprinsteen, straight-ahead rock with a working class message. It's good all the way through, though one song sort of blends into the next since they all have a similar feel. The song I'm on Fire helps break up the monotony, though. Overall, though, there's nothing bad about this album that I can point to. The man makes solid work 4/5
Great album. Maybe a 4.5, the peak of Bruce's stadium rock, while still having solid commentary on being lower/middle class and American
Correcto. 4
Dadrock for the working class chad
Cet album intervient dans une période très compliquée de la vie de Springsteen. Il est d'ailleurs revenu récemment sur cette période, déclarant qu'il y avait très clairement "une couille dans le paté" pendant ces années difficiles. Comme vous le savez désormais, la pochette de Darkness On The Edge Of Town avait fait l'objet d'un violent clash entre Bruce et son producteur, qui a refusé de céder aux caprices de Bruce en coupant la couverture de l'album au-dessus de son appareil génital. Six ans plus tard, Bruce refuse toujours d'écrire le moindre texte, et l'impatience commence à se faire sentir chez ses fans. Le producteur doit donc agir. Il se rendit donc directement au domicile de Bruce pour lui faire part d'une proposition. Arrivés devant la porte, le producteur se soumet à la règle tacite qui consiste à toquer 5 fois à la porte pour s'assurer que Bruce ouvre la porte habillé (Bruce a pour habitude de se promener nu comme un verre dans son domicile). Bruce ouvre alors la porte, et tend directement son doigt en direction de son producteur: "Tire mon doigt". Le producteur s'exécute, ce qui conduit Bruce à lacher instantanément un énorme pet, avant de s'esclaffer. Une fois remis de ses emotions, le producteur peut enfin expliquer son projet à Bruce: il a bien compris que Bruce avait été très heurté par le refus d'afficher ses "enormes couillasses" sur la pochette de l'album précédent, c'est pourquoi il a une contre-proposition: "Bruce, pourquoi ne pas afficher ton arrière train sur le prochain album?" "Mon gros cul poilu?" "Il faudra le recouvrir, mais en essence oui c'est bien de cela que l'on parle" Bruce était absolument séduit par l'idée, et se mit immédiatement à écrire l'album a succès que vous connaissez tous.
It's like listening to a greatest hits album. I quite enjoyed My Hometown from this round of listening.
It was 1984, I think, or 1985, when I first got this album. I got it through the Columbia House Records & Tapes Club. I had gotten a bunch of Springsteen albums, but the only one I really went back to was “Born To Run.” Even “Born In The USA” did not overly thrill me. You have to understand, when you come from Jersey, you had to choose: Springsteen, Sinatra, or (later) Bon Jovi. I chose Springsteen. But then I kind of grew out it. It’s weird how that musical hero from that age left me. Maybe I just felt I had to like Springsteen for some reason, since “Born In The USA” was EVERYWHERE. Listening to the album in one sitting now, it’s a lot more polished than “Born To Run" (not necessarily a good thing). I keep joking about Springsteen becoming a country singer, and there are at least 2 or 3 songs that point to it here. The title track… it’s another one of those tracks with no bridge. This irks me, because it feels so repetitive. And yet the song itself is so well-known. “I’m On Fire” should have done more, it’s such a haunting song. “Glory Days” I can go my entire life without hearing again. Honest. It’s a good album with one or two iconic songs, but “Born To Run” is still his greatest album. This does not hold a candle to that. So it has to get a slightly lower rating, like a 4.4 maybe?
Well, this was a surprise. I really enjoyed this album much more than I thought I would. I barely remember the songs on here making an impression on me back in the '80s when the were hits. Listening to the today I really appreciate the lyrics and overall mood of the album. I also didn't realize how many songs I knew on here and that he did a cover of Tom Waits' "Downtown Train." I also don't think that I every really understood the meaning of the title track as a child.