If you want to understand how Bruce has been able to get to the core of so much heart ache without losing himself to drugs, money or success, just consider the line: "If Pa's eyes were the windows into a world so deadly and true, you couldn't stop me from looking but you kept me from crawlin' through."
This song makes me cry, too. Just a great song. Bruce's songs that don't even make it onto an album (it eventually was on the four CD release, Tracks) are better than 95% of everyone else's best work.
Dirty old street all slushed up in the rain and snow Little boy and his ma shivering outside a rundown music store window That night on top of a Christmas tree shines one beautiful star And lying underneath a brand-new Japanese guitar I remember in the morning, ma, hearing your alarm clock ring I'd lie in bed and listen to you gettin' ready for work The sound of your makeup case on the sink And the ladies at the office, all lipstick, perfume and rustlin' skirts And how proud and happy you always looked walking home from work If pa's eyes were windows into a world so deadly and true You couldn't stop me from looking but you kept me from crawlin' through And if it's a funny old world, mama, where a little boy's wishes come true Well I got a few in my pocket and a special one just for you It ain't no phone call on Sunday, flowers or a mother's day card It ain't no house on a hill with a garden and a nice little yard I got my hot rod down on Bond Street, I'm older but you'll know me in a glance We'll find us a little rock 'n roll bar and baby we'll go out and dance Well it was me in my Beatle boots, you in pink curlers and matador pants Pullin' me up of the couch to do the twist for my uncles and aunts Well I found a girl of my own now, ma, I popped the question on your birthday She stood waiting on the front porch while you were telling me to get out there And say what it was that I had to say Last night we all sat around laughing at the things that guitar brought us And I layed awake thinking 'bout the other things it's brought us Well tonight I'm takin's requests here in the kitchen This one's for you, ma, let me come right out and say it It's overdue, but baby, if you're looking for a sad song, well I ain't gonna play it
I have been a fan for decades, but continue to discover anew, almost everytime I listen to him, just how deep and able to "nail it on the head" he is....will see him for the first time in 4 weeks...my 10 year old nephew is just as excited as I am!!!
this is the side of bruce that the general public don't know about . go and see him solo and it is mindblowing.i love all sides of him, what a musician and always sexy to boot!
Rock on, man. Adolescence isn't much fun, but God if Bruce doesn't make it a lot better. Anyone else listen to 'Spirit in the Night' and not realize that it's a perfect representation of adolescent romance?
"if pa's eyes were windows into a world so deadly and true, you couldn't stop me from looking ma but you kept me from crawlin through." kleenex please. one for me and one for everyone else who grew up with a mom whose unconditional love more than made up for dad's more complicated brand.
Très bel hommage de Bruce à sa maman Adèle qui lui a offert sa première guitare qui changea la face du rock'n roll !Alors en ce jour de fête des mères , merci Adèle , et merci à Bruce d'exister .
Thanks for posting this. Fresh off of seeing Bruce on Broadway, with The Wish as my favorite song in a truly memorable show, I'm forwarding this video to my (grown) stepson, also a huge Bruce fan, to in turn share with his mom if he's so inclined.
If you want to understand how Bruce has been able to get to the core of so much heart ache without losing himself to drugs, money or success, just consider the line:
"If Pa's eyes were the windows into a world so deadly and true, you couldn't stop me from looking but you kept me from crawlin' through."
Been a fan since 1975. His best song nobody knows about.
What a shame!
I have just discovered this song. It's brilliant.
I can't express what I feel about this song. it puts tears in my eyes
You just did !
This song makes me cry, too. Just a great song. Bruce's songs that don't even make it onto an album (it eventually was on the four CD release, Tracks) are better than 95% of everyone else's best work.
The comments are moving too.....amazing how Bruce's music touches so many so deeply.
A great song for mothers, as always, Springsteen nails it:)
Gets me every time. Such a moving song. And I thought I was the only person who liked it.
Why does one need to be better than the other. The music should speak to your soul.
.... INCREDIBILE.... quanto sei Bruce......☀️❤️☀️🌍
I don't know why but this song always makes me tear up.
The man is a gift from God to the world
YES
No doubt about that. Thank you God. Amen.
Thanks for posting. IMO one of the most beautiful songs he's written.
Love this song so much. Absolutely beautiful.
Rest easy Momma Springsteen.
That 60 dollar guitar is the best investment ever made.
Dirty old street all slushed up in the rain and snow
Little boy and his ma shivering outside a rundown music store window
That night on top of a Christmas tree shines one beautiful star
And lying underneath a brand-new Japanese guitar
I remember in the morning, ma, hearing your alarm clock ring
I'd lie in bed and listen to you gettin' ready for work
The sound of your makeup case on the sink
And the ladies at the office, all lipstick, perfume and rustlin' skirts
And how proud and happy you always looked walking home from work
If pa's eyes were windows into a world so deadly and true
You couldn't stop me from looking but you kept me from crawlin' through
And if it's a funny old world, mama, where a little boy's wishes come true
Well I got a few in my pocket and a special one just for you
It ain't no phone call on Sunday, flowers or a mother's day card
It ain't no house on a hill with a garden and a nice little yard
I got my hot rod down on Bond Street, I'm older but you'll know me in a glance
We'll find us a little rock 'n roll bar and baby we'll go out and dance
Well it was me in my Beatle boots, you in pink curlers and matador pants
Pullin' me up of the couch to do the twist for my uncles and aunts
Well I found a girl of my own now, ma, I popped the question on your birthday
She stood waiting on the front porch while you were telling me to get out there
And say what it was that I had to say
Last night we all sat around laughing at the things that guitar brought us
And I layed awake thinking 'bout the other things it's brought us
Well tonight I'm takin's requests here in the kitchen
This one's for you, ma, let me come right out and say it
It's overdue, but baby, if you're looking for a sad song, well I ain't gonna play it
When he´s gone, we still be listening.....
This gives me goosebumps, just perfect. The man is super super talented ❤❤❤xxx
I have been a fan for decades, but continue to discover anew, almost everytime I listen to him, just how deep and able to "nail it on the head" he is....will see him for the first time in 4 weeks...my 10 year old nephew is just as excited as I am!!!
❤️❤️Brilliant! Great performance! Thank you for this beautiful song! I love it!❤️❤️
Just beautiful and brilliant.
this is the side of bruce that the general public don't know about . go and see him solo and it is mindblowing.i love all sides of him, what a musician and always sexy to boot!
Rock on, man. Adolescence isn't much fun, but God if Bruce doesn't make it a lot better. Anyone else listen to 'Spirit in the Night' and not realize that it's a perfect representation of adolescent romance?
I LOVE IT..I'm a big fan BUT never heard this. Great!! Thanks so much :-)
Beautifull song.
So well interpreted. He is the artist!
"if pa's eyes were windows into a world so deadly and true, you couldn't stop me from looking ma but you kept me from crawlin through." kleenex please. one for me and one for everyone else who grew up with a mom whose unconditional love more than made up for dad's more complicated brand.
So true!
god i love this song
Beautiful!
Très bel hommage de Bruce à sa maman Adèle qui lui a offert sa première guitare qui changea la face du rock'n roll !Alors en ce jour de fête des mères , merci Adèle , et merci à Bruce d'exister .
Thanks for posting this. Fresh off of seeing Bruce on Broadway, with The Wish as my favorite song in a truly memorable show, I'm forwarding this video to my (grown) stepson, also a huge Bruce fan, to in turn share with his mom if he's so inclined.
well said and sometimes, the unconditional love comes from a dad :)
Bellissima dedica alla mamma!!! 😅😀😍😘🎸🎶💋💗💔
Priceless
rest in peace Adele ❤️
Bravo, you nailed right on the head!
The best song from the Boss...
...it's a funny ol' world where little boys wishes come true...
thanks so much for posting
@veremy
He sure can write ,can't he? Talk about one of the best lines in his entire catalog.
RIP Adele Springsteen.
This song always remind of a wish I used to have to be a zoo keeper
How does he pack the details and depth of a short story into a 4-minute song?
Also listen to Factory, also great lyrics!
And you're NOT even exagerating by saying that. So True.
the best
Agreed!
true.
The investment is worth 500 million now.......
ALMOST cry???
hallo mom Adele!