Born to Run
Emmylou Harris
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Well I never did crawl and I never did toe the line No man is a master to me, I ain't that kind I just put on my travelin' shoes If you want to win you just can't lose the time Or stay behind Well I was born to run To get ahead of the rest And all that I wanted was to be the best Just to feel free and be someone I was born to be fast I was born to run Well I take the chances, sometime I made mistakes But you don't get nothin' unless you take the breaks Livin' as dangerous as dynamite Sure it makes you feel nervous but it makes you feel alright Makes you feel alright Well I was born to run To get ahead of the rest And all that I wanted was to be the best Just to feel free and be someone I was born to be fast I was born to run Nobody gonna make me do things their way By the time you figure it out it's yesterday Well it comes to he who waits I'm told But I don't need it when I'm old and gray Yeah, I want it today Well I was born to run To get ahead of the rest And all that I wanted was to be the best Just to feel free and be someone I was born to be fast I was born to run I was born to run To get ahead of the rest And all that I wanted was to be the best Just to feel free and be someone I was born to be fast I was born to run
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Written by: PAUL KENNERLEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Original CreatorThe song "Born to Run" was originally written and performed by Bruce Springsteen. This iconic track was covered by Emmylou Harris.
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Album InformationEmmylou Harris included her rendition of "Born to Run" in her album "Last Date". Released in 1982, it was her 13th studio album.
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Live PerformanceUnlike most album tracks, Harris's version of "Born to Run" was not a studio recording but was recorded live during a concert.
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Genre VariationWhile Springsteen's original genre of the song is heartland rock, Emmylou Harris' version is classified under country and bluegrass genres.
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Chart PerformanceEmmylou Harris' live album, which included "Born to Run," peaked at the number 9 spot on the Billboard's Top Country Albums chart.
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Female InterpretationEmmylou Harris' version is considered a compelling female interpretation and counterpoint to Springsteen’s iconic male-fronted rock & roll narrative.
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Music VideoUnlike Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run," there is no official music video for Emmylou Harris's version. Most of her fans associate the song with her powerful live performances.
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Song DurationThe song is quite lengthy, running for five minutes and fifty seconds
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Musical ArtistryHarris's version of "Born to Run" is often praised for its unique blend of country and soul, bringing a new depth to the classic song.
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Springsteen's ReactionWhile it's not clear what Springsteen thinks of Harris's cover specifically, he has in general been open about his appreciation for other artists interpreting his music.
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