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Why Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA.' is still America's definitive July 4 song

Why is Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A." still America's defining July 4 song? Here's why the misunderstood 1984 ...

Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA.': 7 weeks at No. 1 and its impact on rock music

Bruce Springsteen dominated the charts in 1984.
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Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the U.S.A.' Once Ranked Billboard's No. 1 July 4 Song

It may be one of America's most recognizable songs, but the reason it landed at No. 1 isn't as straightforward as many fans ...
American Songwriter

55 Years Ago, This Rock Supergroup Was Overshadowed by Their Opening Act, a Then-Unknown Bruce Springsteen Band

Bruce Springsteen reportedly turned down a potentially life-changing offer from Peter Frampton on July 11, 1971.
Forbes

Bruce Springsteen’s Unreleased ‘Born To Run’ Song Becomes A Hit

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. 2025 has been a massive and unusually busy year for Bruce ...
American Songwriter

Bruce Springsteen Makes Surprise Appearance at ‘Born to Run’ 50th Anniversary Event; Performs with Past and Present E Street Band Members

This past week, the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music, which is based at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey, presented a series of events celebrating the 50th ...
America Magazine

Fifty years later, Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born To Run’ still speaks to young people

Bruce Springsteen’s iconic 1975 album “Born to Run” turned 50 years old this week. But despite its age, its exploration of faith remains relatable to young adults like me. The album is appealing to ...