Point Blank

Bruce Springsteen

About Point Blank

"Point Blank" is a song written by Bruce Springsteen and first released on Springsteen's 1980 album The River. In Europe, it was also released as a single in 1981, backed by another song from The River, "Ramrod". Although it was not released as a single in the US, it did reach #20 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.


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2014
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Do you still say your prayers little darlin'
Do you go to bed at night
Prayin' that tomorrow, everything will be alright
But tomorrow's fall in number
In number one by one
You wake up and you're dying
You don't even know what from

Well they shot you point blank
You been shot in the back
Baby point blank you been fooled this time
Little girl that's a fact
Right between the eyes, baby, point blank
Right between the pretty lies that they tell
Little girl you fell

You grew up where young girls they grow up fast
You took what you were handed and left behind what was asked
But what they asked baby wasn't right
You didn't have to live that life
I was gonna be your Romeo you were gonna be my Juliet
These days you don't wait on Romeos
You wait on that welfare check
And on all the pretty things that you can't ever have
And on all the promises

That always end up point blank
Shot between the eyes
Oh, point blank 
Like little white lies you tell to ease the pain
You're walkin' in the sights, girl of point blank
And it's one false move and baby the lights go out

Once I dreamed we were together again
Baby you and me
Back home in those old clubs the way we used to be
We were standin' at the bar
It was hard to hear
The band was playin' loud and you were shoutin' somethin' in my ear
You pulled my jacket off and as the drummer counted four
You grabbed my hand and pulled me out on the floor
You just stood there and held me, then you started dancin' slow
And as I pulled you tighter I swore I'd never let you go

Well I saw you last night down on the avenue
Your face was in the shadows but I knew that it was you
You were standin' in the doorway out of the rain
You didn't answer when I called out your name
You just turned, and then you looked away
Like just another stranger waitin' to get blown away

Point blank
Right between the eyes
Oh, point blank
Right between the pretty lies you fell
Point blank
Shot straight through the heart

Yeah point blank
You've been twisted up 'til you've become just another part of it
Point blank, you're walkin' in the sights
Point blank
Livin' one false move just one false move away
Point blank
They caught you in their sights
Point blank
Did you forget how to love
Girl, did you forget how to fight
Point blank
They must have shot you in the head
'Cause point blank
Bang bang baby you're dead

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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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12 facts about this song

Album Release
"Point Blank" is a song from Bruce Springsteen's fifth studio album, "The River," released in 1980.
Songwriters
Bruce Springsteen himself is the sole songwriter of the song "Point Blank."
Lyrical Meaning
The song talks about the shattered dreams and lost love of a woman who was gunned down, metaphorically speaking "point blank," that can also signify the harsh reality of life.
Inspirational Source
It is speculated that Springsteen took inspiration from the noirish mystery thriller film "Point Blank," released in 1967, starring Lee Marvin.
Album Theme
The song aligns with the themes of the album revolving around love, frustration, dreams, and the working-class struggles in America, presenting a more serious tone compared to his previous work.
Live Performances
"Point Blank" is a regularly featured song at Springsteen's live concerts and is often accompanied by extended introductions.
Reception
Many critics praised "Point Blank" as one of the standout tracks on the album for its captivating story, riveting lyrics, and Springsteen's emotive performance.
Other Performances
Despite its melancholia, "Point Blank" was performed on the jubilant "No Nukes" benefit gig in 1979, creating a deeper impact on the audience.
Cover Version
The song was covered by the Scooter Lee band and included on their 1999 album "Moving On."
Instrumentation
The song has a piano-based introduction and features significant contributions from the E-Street band member Danny Federici on organ.
Emotional Depth
"Point Blank" is generally acknowledged amongst the fans as one of Springsteen's most poignant and heartbreaking songs.
Song Length
With a duration of more than six minutes, "Point Blank" is one of the longest songs on 'The River.'

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