Born to Run
by Bruce Springsteen
What is “Born to Run” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
Born to Run' by Bruce Springsteen captures the burning desire to escape a mundane existence and pursue a life full of passion and freedom, alongside a cherished companion.
So… what’s this song really about?
In 'Born to Run,' Bruce Springsteen channels powerful emotions of restlessness and the thirst for liberation. The lyrics paint vivid images of a young couple, feeling trapped in a bleak landscape, dreaming of a better, more exhilarating future. The song reverberates with the urgency of youth, a deep yearning for personal and mutual salvation through love, and the hope of breaking free from societal constraints. Springsteen intertwines themes of love and rebellion, suggesting that the bonds between individuals can serve as a potent force against the suffocating pressures of life. The frequent references to running and driving symbolize a relentless pursuit of freedom and the depths of the protagonist's aspirations to transcend the ordinary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What year was 'Born to Run' by Bruce Springsteen released?
The song 'Born to Run' was released in 1975.
Q: Who is Wendy in 'Born to Run'?
Wendy in 'Born to Run' is a fictional character representing the song's protagonist's partner and symbolizes youthful hope and camaraderie.
Lyrics to “Born to Run”
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[Saxophone Solo]
[Bridge]
Beyond the palace, hemi-powered drones
Scream down the boulevard
The girls comb their hair in rearview mirrors
And the boys try to look so hard
The amusement park rises bold and stark
Kids are huddled on the beach in a mist
I wanna die with you, Wendy, on the streets tonight
In an everlasting kiss
Huh
[Instrumental Break]
(One, two, three, four)
[Verse 3]
The highways jammed with broken heroes
On a last chance power drive
Everybody's out on the run tonight
But there's no place left to hide
Together, Wendy, we can live with the sadness
I'll love you with all the madness in my soul
Oh, someday girl, I don't know when
We're gonna get to that place
Where we really want to go, and we'll walk in the sun
But 'til then, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run
[Outro]
Oh honey, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run
Come on Wendy, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run
Woah-oh-woah
Hm-hm-hm
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Hm-hm-hm
Woah-oh-woah
Oh-oh-oh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh