Badlands

Bruce Springsteen

About Badlands

"Badlands" is the leadoff track on Bruce Springsteen's fourth studio album Darkness on the Edge of Town, and its second single.


Year:
2017
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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 cross fire
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
Baby, 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
You better listen 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 everyday
Let the broken hearts stand
As the price you've gotta pay
We'll keep pushin' 'til 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, darlin'
Poor man wanna be rich
Rich man wanna be king
And a king ain't satisfied
'Til he rules everything
I wanna go out tonight
I wanna find out what I got

Well, 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 someday it may raise me
Above these badlands

Badlands, you gotta live it everyday
Let the broken hearts stand
As the price you've gotta pay
We'll keep pushin' 'til it's understood
And these badlands start treating us good

For the ones who had a notion, a notion deep inside
That it ain't no sin to be glad you're alive
I wanna find one face that ain't looking through me
I wanna find one place,
I wanna spit in the face of these

Badlands, you gotta live it everyday
Let the broken hearts stand
As the price you've gotta pay
We'll keep movin' 'til it's understood
And these badlands start treating us good

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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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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".
Inspirational Source
The 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".
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.
Critical Reception
Over 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.
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.
Cover Versions
Numerous artists, including everyone from AC/DC to U2, have covered “Badlands” recognizing its enduring appeal.
In Popular Culture
The 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".
Recognition
In 2014, Rolling Stone ranked "Badlands" as the 42nd greatest Bruce Springsteen song. Acknowledging the song's heartfelt lyrics and unforgettable melody.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The 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.
Notable Accompaniment
The 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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