![]() The slower tempo of his version gives the song a pensive tone which helps to underscore the dismal feeling of the lyrics. Springsteen has reworked many of the tracks from Born In The USA in concert over the years and today’s song sounds like his touch which is a huge compliment to Yorn’s skill & talent. It was an excellent choice and adding a harmonica was inspired. ![]() Yorn also recorded a cover of today’s song as a stripped down acoustic track. and eventually recorded his own version of that tune. Yorn was instantly entranced, became a fan of The Boss’ music. But years later a friend suggested that Yorn listen to “New York City Serenade” from Springsteen’s second album, The Wild, The Innocent & The E Street Shuffle. But it was a hit record anyway and one of the highlights of Springsteen’s live shows to this day as he still invites someone on stage to dance with him during the coda.Īnother very talented singer & songwriter from New Jersey, Pete Yorn, was not a fan of Springsteen’s or his 1984 release because he was bothered by the popularity of the album & because he was into metal music at that time. He felt there was something more to life, yet did not know of a way to start the change. In reality the song was a bleak tale of self-loathing where the singer wanted to change everything about himself & his surroundings and basically run away from who he thought he was. The fast tempo song, performed on a stage with a slick set design and Springsteen’s dance moves with a pre-“Friends” Courtney Cox, looked like nothing but pure fun. The dark message of today’s original track was also disguised by the video. The Boss was decked out in red (bandana), white (t-shirt) & blue (jean jacket) while he pumped his fist in the air each time he sang the chorus. The video for the track made it appear like a song of US pride as well. The title track was misinterpreted as an American anthem when in reality it was a protest song about what happened to the men & women when they returned home after their service in the Vietnam War. It was the first single from his ginormous 1984 album, Born In The USA. On Februmy great musical love & New Jersey’s favorite rocker Bruce Springsteen won his first Grammy Award for Best Male Vocal Performance for the original recording of today’s song. And if this helps anyone else, even better. So until a more normal semblance of life returns, I am going to share a song I listen to that helps me escape the current state of things, if only for a few minutes each day. It is my refuge, the most comforting part of my life & the one thing I consistently count on. Still, music is something that will never change for me. I know we are still facing a serious situation but a new year gives us hope for the new days, seasons, opportunities & moments ahead. But in addition to protecting your physical wellness, what are you doing to stay mentally healthy today? Hope you are all well and continue to stay that way during this global health crisis we are facing.
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