The story of how Bruce Springsteen became the Boss

Springsteen, who was born in New Jersey in 1949, grew up listening to Elvis Presley and The Beatles. He was also influenced by Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones' work. Springsteen began playing the guitar in high school and quickly founded The Castiles. The band played in local clubs and taverns but had little commercial success.

Springsteen's debut album, "Greetings from Asbury Park, New Jersey," was published in 1972. Although the album was not an instant success, critics lauded its honest lyrics and unique sound. Springsteen's follow-up album, "The Wild, the Innocent and the E Street Shuffle," was a considerably bigger success. The album included the breakthrough ballad "Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)," which helped Springsteen establish himself as a rising star in the music industry.

Springsteen's third album, "Born to Run," was released in 1975. The album was a huge hit in the United States, selling over six million copies. The title track became one of Springsteen's most renowned songs, propelling him to stardom.

In 1978, Springsteen released "Darkness on the Edge of Town" as a follow-up to "Born to Run." The album was a critical and commercial triumph, with the hit singles "Prove It All Night" and "Badlands" among its many highlights.

Springsteen personally struggled in the 1980s as he faced personal issues. However, during the decade, he recorded two hit albums: "The River" in 1980 and "Born in the USA" in 1984. His most commercially successful album was the latter, which sold over 30 million copies worldwide. It included several successful singles, such as "Dancing in the Dark" and "Glory Days."

Springsteen continued to tour and release new music in the 1990s. The 'Boss,' as he is also known, is well-known for his high-energy live performances, which frequently last more than three hours. He is noted for his on-stage charisma and connection with his fans, and he frequently invites members of the audience to dance with him.

He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received multiple Grammy Awards. In 2002, he published "The Rising," an album that received widespread acclaim for its examination of the September 11th terrorist atrocities.

He is well-known for his advocacy for social justice causes. Throughout his career, he has been an outspoken advocate of different political and social causes, and he has frequently utilised his songs to raise awareness about vital topics. In favour of migrant workers' rights, he published the song "The Ghost of Tom Joad" in 1999, and he played at a charity event for President Obama's inauguration in 2009. In addition, he has spoken out against racism, poverty, and other social injustices.

Springsteen's passion stems from his working-class upbringing. He has frequently stated that he knows the problems of ordinary people and that his music is intended to give voice to their tales. He believes that music has the potential to be a powerful force for change, and he has utilised his platform to urge people to fight for their rights.

He has received numerous Grammy Awards and has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame as well as the UK Music Hall of Fame. He published "American Beauty," a four-song EP in 2016 that comprised versions of American favourites like "My City of Ruins" and "Land of Hope and Dreams." In 1994 he won the Academy Award for best original song for " Streets of Philadelphia".

Bruce Springsteen is one of the most successful musicians of all time. Over 120 million copies of his songs have been sold globally, and his live performances are legendary. He is a great American music icon, and his work has impacted generations of musicians.

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