Badlands
Bruce Springsteen
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Lights out tonight Trouble in the heartland Got a head-on collision Smashin' in my guts man I'm caught in a crossfire That I don't understand But there's one thing I know for sure Girl, I don't give a damn For the same old played out scenes I don't give a damn For just the in-betweens Honey I want the heart, I want the soul I want control right now Yeah, are you listening to me baby? Talk about a dream Try to make it real You wake up in the night With a fear so real You spend your life waiting For a moment that just don't come Well don't waste your time waiting Badlands, you gotta live it every day Let the broken hearts stand As the price you've gotta pay We'll keep pushin' till it's understood And these badlands start treating us good Workin' in the fields 'Til you get your back burned Workin' 'neath the wheels 'Til you get your facts learned Baby I got my facts Learned real good right now You better get it straight girl Poor man want to be rich Rich man want to be king And a king ain't satisfied 'Til he rules everything I want to go out tonight I want to find out what I got But I believe in the love that you gave me I believe in the faith that can save me I believe in the hope And I pray that some day it may raise me Above these badlands, you gotta live it every day Let the broken hearts stand As the price you've gotta pay We'll keep pushin' till it's understood And these badlands start treating us good Woah oh woah oh woah oh For the ones who had a notion A notion deep inside That it ain't no sin to be glad you're alive I want to find one face that ain't looking through me I want to find one place I want to spit in the face of these Badlands, you gotta live it every day Let the broken hearts stand As the price you've gotta pay We'll keep pushin' till it's understood And these badlands start treating us good Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands Woah oh woah oh woah oh Badlands
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Written by: Bruce Springsteen
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10 facts about this song
Release and Album Information"Badlands" is a song by American rock artist Bruce Springsteen. It was released in 1978 as the lead single from his album "Darkness on the Edge of Town".
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Inspirational SourceThe song was reportedly inspired by Elvis Presley's rendition of "Promised Land". Springsteen was influenced by Presley's energy and passion, incorporating these elements into "Badlands".
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Strong Social Message"Badlands” is known for its social commentary, addressing economic disparity, working-class concerns and the American Dream. It expresses a strong sense of resilience and hope in the face of adversity.
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Critical ReceptionOver the years, "Badlands" has been highly praised by critics for its vibrant energy, memorable hook, and Springsteen's passionate delivery. Rolling Stone magazine ranked it as one of Springsteen's greatest songs.
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Performances“Badlands” is a favorite at Springsteen’s live performances, often used as his opening or closing number. The song was performed at the 2009 Super Bowl with Springsteen's E Street Band.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists, including everyone from AC/DC to U2, have covered “Badlands” recognizing its enduring appeal.
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In Popular CultureThe song has been featured in a variety of popular culture contexts. It has been used in films like "Armageddon" (1998) and TV shows such as "The Sopranos".
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RecognitionIn 2014, Rolling Stone ranked "Badlands" as the 42nd greatest Bruce Springsteen song. Acknowledging the song's heartfelt lyrics and unforgettable melody.
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Noteworthy LyricsThe song’s lyrics includes the striking line: “It ain't no sin to be glad you're alive,” which has come to be synonymous with Springsteen’s life-affirming rock & roll spirit.
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Notable AccompanimentThe E Street Band, renowned for their collaborations with Springsteen, provided the instrumentation for "Badlands". The band's saxophonist, Clarence Clemons, performed a memorable and impactful sax solo in the song.
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