Top Ten Bruce Springsteen Songs

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The Top Ten

1
Born to Run

Just listen to the words. That says it all. Was my favorite in high school(73 to 76)still mine at age 53!

The Greatest Artist of Mankind's Magnum Opus

The signature song of a great songwriter/singer.

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2Thunder Road
I have listened to a lot of music in my years. I probably know the lyrics of every great song written by the great ones in rock n' roll, Rolling Stones, U2, Beatles, Iron Maiden, CCR, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Kiss, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, I could go on forever.
There has been so many good songs in history but this song, this song is the best song I have every heard in my entire life, I love every single second of it. I would rather not ever have an orgasm again than having to not ever hear this song again. This one IS the best, I would rank it as #1 in history every day, before Stairway to heaven, before Hallowed be thy name, before Satisfaction, Gimme Shelter or Sultans of Swing, Hey Jude or whatever. I would rank it before every one of them, Born to Run as well.

Long live Rock N' Roll and LONG LIVE THUNDER ROAD!
The lyrics are incredible,. they tell a story that you can smell feel taste and touch. For example, "roll down the window and let the wind blow back your hair". Not only do you feel that wind, but liberation and excitement as well. When Bruce writes about the "amusement park", the music changes to the sounds of a merry go- round, which is just one of the was that he links the music and lyrics together, which shows his genius.

The music standing alone is a masterpiece. It creates a feeling of excitement, optimism, risk taking, and that anything is possible.

I could go on and on with this song. I think it has all of the ingredients and then some for a perfect song.

Can you tell I'm a fan?
This song is so amazing! If you actually listen to the lyrics, they're amazing! So poetic and beautiful. You can quote every line from this song, they're all so perfect.

"There were ghosts in the eyes
Of all the boys you sent away
They haunt this dusty beach road
In the skeleton frames of burned out chevrolets"

One of the best lines of all time! Springsteen is amazing!
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3The River
Awesome story of being a part of a family, falling in love, and being a young man in America.

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In my opinion this is one of the best songs ever. The lyrics are just awesome, and the music fits the lyrics perfectly. And then Springsteen's voice which makes it even better!
Incredibly deeply meaningful song. Springsteen's best by far. Tells a story of his life and puts it into the words of his song.
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4Dancing In the Dark
I love this song, so catchy and it gets inside you and makes you want to dance!
Like born in the usa the lyrics are lost in the catchy beat buy they are very deep, one his greatest songs
This song makes me feel like I'm missing something in my life, but still I'm happy with it
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5Jungleland
The sax solo in this song is beautiful. On top of that, the coda gives me goosebumps every time.
R.I.P Clarence.
Tremendous story of those who live and travel the streets lit up by that "giant Exxon sign".

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Beautiful. Shamelessly epic.
Jungleland creates a whole universe in just 9 and a half minutes. And the Big Man's sax solo is simply unforgettable.
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6Born In the U.S.A.

The most misunderstood song of the 80's.

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Born in the U.S. A is one of the gratest song ever. Max Weinberg has unbelievable drum solo.

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7Badlands

Great lyrics of being in a country you love, but needs to change.

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Lyrically, my favorite Boss song. It really changed my life and opinion about the world.

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8Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)

This track is Springsteens best song bar none! Clements sax is truely wonderful.

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9Brilliant Disguise

This song took balls to write, and should be in the top 10. It's a wonderful glimpse into his personal life with a ton of powerful lyrics. A very sad song, but a fantastic song as well.

You'll know why after listening to it after a breakup. It takes the sting out of it like no other song out there. What more can you ask of music when going through one of the strongest emotions.

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10Hungry Heart
Best song ever by Springsteen. The tunage first must catch the ear before the lyrics!
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11Waitin' On a Sunny Day
I can remember dancing to this when I was three. Saw Bruce on November 11, 2012 and he killed it. Brings back so many memories. This song is so inspirational too. Long live Bruce, the E-Street band, and long live Rock N' Roll.
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12Working On a Dream
No. 9? Seriously? This is crazy man. Beautiful lyrics, beautiful voice. Amazing!
The most beautiful song and lyrics by Bruce:) Absolutely love it.
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13Human Touch

Why is this song so down on the list? I can't believe that... this songs is so lovely, great, cute, so beautifully written... it just does not stop being playing in my head...

My most favorite Bruce song, ever! It pertains to society, an individual love, and self-actualization. Thank you, Bruce, so much for writing this beautiful song.

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14Glory Days

This is one of Bruce's best songs behind Born To Run and Born in the U.S.A.. Great up beat song and very catchy. Good to dance to

Seriously, this song should at least be in the top 3. Its an amazing song. Reminds me of
Glory days!
They'll pass you by, glory days!
In the wink of a young girl's eyes glory days.
Glory days.

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15Racing in the Street
Music wise no other song move me more than this one. The outro is just amazing and the Paramount teathre version is simply perfect.
The final part of this song in every concert, is simply the best music a band can play. Roy and Max are wonderful on this one.
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16Streets of Philadelphia
Streets of Philadelphia number 23?... This is nuts! Should be in the top 5 at least! Come on, get voting people

Personally it is my favourite song of Springsteens
What is this? Streets of Philadelphia are 27? People don't have hearth! I'm feel really bad about this. This song makes you feel great! Its Pure Music sensitive and beutiful!
La mia preferita in assoluto. Becauseì emozionante...
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17Independence Day Listen to sample

18Radio Nowhere Listen to sample

19Long Walk Home
One of the best song I ever heart
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20Atlantic City Listen to sample

21The Promised Land

Such a great song, the best song on the album darkness in my opinion.
This song should be in the top 10 with born to run and thunder road

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22The Promise

Probably his most underrated song ever. To me, his 2nd after "The River".

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23The Rising
One of his 5 best songs without any doubt. I wonder why it's ranked 20th...
His best song, clearly! Come on up for the rising! :D :D
Bruce Springsteen still rocks and will forever!
THE RISIING! Best song by far
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24New York City Serenade

Walk tall... Or better don't walk at all. Great song. Diamond Jackie is what I named my cat cause of this song.

Surprising melody with a lot of style variations.. Very beatiful the first passage with the piano..

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25Backstreets
What's this No. 25? This should be in 7th place at least.
In my opinion one of my favourite songs on the album "Born To Run" along with "Thunder Road" "Jungleland" ' and his signature song "Born To Run".
Just listen to the Lyrics in this song, they're so meaning, and listen to the instrumental, you'll realise how emotionally good the song is.
Geez Backstreets is his best song. Most people end up "hiding on the Backstreets of life". Sad but true. Dickens said "most men live lives of quiet desperation... "

Great song.
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26Girls in Their Summer Clothes Listen to sample

27You're Missing Listen to sample

28Prove It All Night Listen to sample

29I'm On Fire
Deserves a spot in top 5
Its got taste, tune, beats and most of all its got Bruce!
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30We Take Care of Our Own

The most modern of the most modern instances with classic mellodious tunes, first song I heard of bruce springstee!

Great song combined with the new elements of music with classic springsteen quality. Doubtfully the best song ever

This song is the most catchy song of his and surely doesn't deserve to be 21st in the rankings. Definitely in the top 10.

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31I Wanna Marry You Listen to sample

32Bobby Jean Listen to sample

33I Wish I Were Blind

A really amazing song by the best artist ever to exist. One of his best songs by far and should be in the top ten, but I don't find it on the list. It should be placed on here for everyone to vote for.

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34Sherry Darling Listen to sample

35Candy's Room Listen to sample

36Tougher Than the Rest

Agree. This might be # 33 on a list of best songs ever written and is definitely his best song.

What! Are you sure this is number 33 what is wrong with the people... Best song ever

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38The Wrestler Listen to sample

39My City of Ruins
Great song.. Should be up
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40Into the Fire

A tribute to the 9/11 lives that were sacrificed trying to save others.

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41Out In the Street Listen to sample

42Incident On 57th Street Listen to sample

43Because the Night
Amazing song! Perfect for you're when just so in love you feel like running away with your lover into the night
This song is Heaven... I can't believe it's not further up on the list.
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44Cadillac Ranch

A fun song about dating, racing, and the famous Cadillac Ranch on Route 66.

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45Blinded by The Light Listen to sample

46Nebraska Listen to sample

47The Ghost of Tom Joad Listen to sample

48Paradise
Beautifully written song. You can tell it's written by someone in their 50's thinking about their life, and how someday it wil end.
Greater than great song!
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49Jersey Girl Listen to sample

50Tenth Avenue Freeze Out

Great joy filled song about how the band got together. They play it all of the time.

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51Land of Hope and Dreams Listen to sample

52You'll Be Comin' Down Listen to sample

53Youngstown

"Youngstown" is a great song. One of my favorites with The Boss. ItÂ's sad in some way, but I canÂ't explain it. Maybe you know what I mean. Why is it placed so low on this list?

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54Reason To Believe

A simple song of faith, hope, and love in the midst of depression, fatalism, and loss.

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55Pink Cadillac Listen to sample

56Better Days Listen to sample

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58American Skin Listen to sample

59Trapped Listen to sample

60Wrecking Ball Listen to sample

61American Land Listen to sample

62Breakaway Listen to sample

63Mary's Place
Amazing song, the saxophone in this song just gives you goosebumps. It is one of the best songs the E street Band can perform and it really should be in the top 20!
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64Across the Border Listen to sample

65Brothers Under the Bridge Listen to sample

66Happy Listen to sample

67My Lover Man Listen to sample

68Sad Eyes Listen to sample

69Devil's Arcade Listen to sample

70Lost in the Flood Listen to sample

71Darkness On the Edge of Town Listen to sample

72No Surrender Listen to sample

73Devils & Dust Listen to sample

74The Last Carnival Listen to sample

75Nothing Man Listen to sample

76Rocky Ground Listen to sample

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This list was created 5 years, 237 days ago and has been voted on over 1,000 times. This top ten list has been remixed 5 times.

Updated Sunday, May 19, 2013


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