Nebraska

Bruce Springsteen

About Nebraska

"Nebraska" is the title song of Bruce Springsteen's 1982 solo album. The stark, moody composition sets the tone for the LP, the content of which consists mostly of songs about criminals and desperate people, accompanied only by acoustic guitar and harmonica. The song has been covered by other artists, including Steve Earle, Chrissie Hynde, and Aoife O'Donovan.


Year:
1982
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I saw her standin' on her front lawn just twirlin' her baton
Me and her went for a ride sir and ten innocent people died

From the town of Lincoln Nebraska with a sawed-off .410 on my lap
Through to the badlands of Wyoming I killed everything in my path

I can't say that I'm sorry for the things that we done
At least for a little while sir, me and her we had us some fun

Now the jury brought in a guilty verdict and the judge he sentenced me to death
Midnight in a prison storeroom with leather straps across my chest

Sheriff when the man pulls that switch sir and snaps my poor neck back
You make sure my pretty baby is sittin' right there on my lap

They declared me unfit to live, said into that great void my soul'd be hurled
They wanted to know why I did what I did
Well sir I guess there's just a meanness in this world

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Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949), nicknamed "The Boss", is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who records and tours with the E Street Band. Springsteen is widely known for his brand of heartland rock, poetic lyrics, Americana sentiments centered on his native New Jersey and his lengthy and energetic stage performances, with concerts from the 1970s to the present decade running up to an uninterrupted 250 minutes in length. more »

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Written by: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

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11 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Nebraska" was written around 1981 by Bruce Springsteen, who is not only an American rock artist but also a renowned guitarist.
Style
The song fits into the category of folk music and it is the title track of Springsteen's sixth studio album, Nebraska.
Story Line
The lyrics of "Nebraska" are inspired by the true story of Charles Starkweather and Caril Ann Fugate, who went on a murder spree in 1958.
Unique Recording
Springsteen initially recorded "Nebraska" on a cassette 4-track recorder at his New Jersey home.
Original Album
The Nebraska album was originally intended to be a run-through for later studio recordings. However, Springsteen and his team decided to release the demo versions, describing that they had a "haunting folk style" that was gripping.
Album Release
The album, "Nebraska," was released on September 30, 1982. Despite its dark themes and stark sound, it was received with critical acclaim.
Accolades
The song and its album have been hailed as one of Springsteen's greatest works. Rolling Stone magazine ranked "Nebraska" at number 225 on its list of the 500 greatest albums of all time in 2012.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Nebraska," including Chrissie Hynde, Los Lobos, and Cowboy Junkies demonstrating the song's enduring appeal and influence.
Performance
Despite its popularity, "Nebraska" is not one of Springsteen's most performed songs in concerts.
Legacy
"Nebraska" is considerable for its stark, stripped-down sound that highlights Springsteen's storytelling - a stark contrast to his other works filled with energetic rock and roll music.
Pop Culture Reference
The song lyrics was referenced in HBO's series, "True Detective," showing the continuous relevance and influence of this three-decade-old song.

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