Don’t you love watching Max? At the interlude, he’s quiet and still, yet honed-in; laser focused on Bruce’s every move. Adjusts his glasses, re-fashions his grip, readying for his return. Nails the big thump on his re-entry. It’s a close up of a true professional at work and I love watching it.
I watched this video thinking exactly that! At one point I caught myself thinking "quit showing Bruce I want to watch Max", and I'm a huge Bruce fan, so that says a lot :D
When I see them live, I find myself zoning in on the band individually. Just listen to Max's drum and Nils and Stevie's guitar, Gary's bass, Roy's keys.. and realize they're doing jazz playing different notes then what is recorded. They're so in tune as a force that it all plays together perfectly. Prince called Bruce the best band leader he's seen. No other band like the ESB
I’m 83 and I’ve loved Bruce Springsteen since I can remember and he’s the best live performer I’ve ever seen and that includes Elvis Presley, Eddie Cochran, Bill Haley, Tom Jones, Paul Rodgers and Jerry Lee Lewis at their best. He tops them all.
I believe all of Bruce Springsteen's fan have a favorite song by him. A song that talks to them on a personal level. For me this is that song, it goes back decades ago when my wife and I were having problems and I thought the end was more likely than not!! This song meant a lot to me then and even now reminds me of how fragile love can be!!
I went 2 see ESB in Oslo this summer. Not once did they play this song on the shows before coming to Oslo. But they pulled it out of the blue. I am the romantic type who truly believes that they played it for me.❤ Love this song 😊😊😍
This song is special, and should be reserved for late in the show, for the dark, when things are desperate and exhausted and still a little hopeless. I have lived this song, and its not spoken of lightly.
I don't know why it 's the one I prefer about the boss .. too bad I don't understand and words (I'm Italian) but "I understand" the emotions and the mood that it arouses!
I been on a couple of downbound trains in my life, it’s indescribable. Cheers to everyone who manages to find their way back, and a moment of respect to those who are stuck at that terminal station.
He could probably take a bath in the millions he has made while the rest of us struggle to find jobs and have a roof over our heads. Meanwhile 'the boss' gets treated like royalty because of his 'special skills.'
Max on the drums killing it!!! Bruce & Little Steven with the guitars. Man what a song. Best version ever. It doesn’t get the recognition it deserves on Born in the USA. The band was and is on another level. Bruce has been the soundtrack of my life since 1984. The Boss. Bruuuuuuce
Last night I heard your voice You were crying, crying, you were so alone You said your love had never died You were waiting for me at home Put on my jacket, I ran through the woods I ran till I thought my chest would explode There in the clearing, beyond the highway In the moonlight, our wedding house shone I rushed through the yard I burst through the front door, my head pounding hard Up the stairs I climbed The room was dark, our bed was empty Then I heard that long whistle whine And I dropped to my knees, hung my head and cried This part always kills me. Criminally underrated. A gem.
It's poetry, sad poetry, yet brilliant - 'cause it pulls at the heartstrings of every human who has lost a deep love. Oh, the ultimate sadness of life... Everyone, just help another human being - there are so, so many that need our help, our empathy, in these crazy and trying times.
Best version ever so far, I love it !!! So proud to cover it up with my band, I wish I could bring people goosebumps as he did !!! Thanks Mr Springsteen
Just such an amazing song and performer. I saw him in 1985 at Wembley Stadium for 3 plus hours. Thank you, Bruce and your band, you have brought so much happiness to so many of us.
Bruce... I was not allowed by my parents to see Bruce and the E Street in 1985 in Rotterdam Stadium....I was 13. My second oldest brother went for two nights in a row, he introduced your music to us, after he saw a Concert in Dallas back in 1984. I love a lot of songs, but being so young, Born in the USA was a more complete album that connected with me. Then a few weeks back I shared this 2013 Downbound Train with my 3 Bro's, and Jeroen my Twin replies, yeah that was always my favorite song from that Album. After like 35 years we are growing back together. There have been many Famous Bands and Great Artists.......But there is Only 1 Boss and 1 E Street Band......... I saw You the E Street Band Live 2 times in Concert in The Netherlands. (Tunnel of Love) 1989 I think? Best +3 hours ever seen twice! Thank you! You talked to us, you did not only sing, you communicated with us, you touched us, you and all gave us more than we could ask, you are in more than many ways a great Entertainer but clearly a great Man. I am going to repeat and go on to Racing in the Street........... So thank you Bruce.
Was at a party sometime in the early 90s half wasted. Took myself to a corner of a room and stumbled on a music stack with a vinyl version of Born in the USA. Opened up the lyric sheet during this song and from that day since i've been absolutely hooked on the guy. This song always takes me to that time...class track ❤
Watching the core group closely is such a treat. They have such perfect intuition after having performed together for so long. In particular just look at the concentration and power in Max’s face. He’s a total professional. Watch the way he, Nils and Steve are constantly looking at Bruce... there are imperceptible visual cues going on there that only come from skilled people living and working together for over 40 years. Very good stuff.
I just love at 3:40 when he feels Steve’s guitar sound and needs more of it. Watching Bruce perform is a lesson in being in the moment. Even some of the best artists seem like they’re going through the motions. Bruce NEVER looks bored up there.
When Max's hit those drums that's when your body starts dancing 💃 again🎉🎉🎉🎉 happy 😊 new year too good music 🎶.🎉🎉🎉 and wonderful peoples who. Service others well and fare❤❤❤.😅
This song really pulled me out of the shit. I had been with this lass 6 years, and things had been good. I came home one night, out of the blue she said she didn't love me anymore and left. I never really saw her again after that, and I never got a reason as to what happened. I sold the house and everything, had no choice but to move on. It literally felt like I had been hollowed out, and chucked in the fire wood pile to be incinerated. The pain was indescribable really. Was just one of those things as a man, where you got too suck it up and take it on the chin. Everytime I hear this song I reflect. But I also think I got through that. It almost damn near killed me, But i got through that shit, And I'm happier now. Anyone going through that, I feel you, Hang in there.
Downbound Train / Letras I had a job, I had a girl I had something going, mister, in this world I got laid off down at the lumber yard Our love went bad, times got hard Now I work down at the carwash Where all it ever does is rain Don't you feel like you're a rider On a downbound train? She just said, "Joe, I gotta go We had it once, we ain't got it any more" She packed her bags, left me behind She bought a ticket on the Central Line Nights as I sleep, I hear that whistle whining I feel her kiss in the misty rain And I feel like I'm a rider On a downbound train Last night, I heard your voice You were cryin', cryin', you were so alone You said your love had never died You were waiting for me at home Put on my jacket, I ran through the woods I ran 'til I thought my chest would explode There in the clearing, beyond the highway In the moonlight, our wedding house shone I rushed through the yard, I burst through the front door My head pounding hard, up the stairs I climbed The room was dark, our bed was empty Then I heard that long whistle whine And I dropped to my knees, hung my head and cried Now I swing a sledge hammer on a railroad gang Knocking down them cross ties, working in the rain Now don't it feel like you're a rider On a downbound train?
If you don't at least get a single tear in your eye when Max really kicks in on the drums and the horns come in your not human and Stevie with that solo at the end good lord !! Nils and Soozy just being one of the best rhythm sections. What a wonderful rendition of this beautiful song.
@@graemem6129 I must be blind Soozy's hair is blonde not red. Thanks for the heads up. Does Patti still play with the band? I also forgot to shout a word out to the Professor my bad.
Bruce Springsteen and E Street performed Downbound Train with such a steady and dramatic flow and the quality of the recording is superb. This song gets the imagination working which happens when reading a good book. One can picture the time, place and characters.
Everytime I feel low I come back to Bruce and especially on UA-cam. A couple of minutes is all it takes for me until I crawl back up and feel life energy burning inside. Thanks for all the years Bruce
@@JasieK0 ... It means that he has a low-paying, low status job working in a car wash -- a place where water pours down on cars. "Rain" can be a metaphor for sadness or depression. And the lyrics already explained he lost his girlfriend. "The "down-bound train" is a metaphor for everything getting worse in life with seemingly no hope of things getting better.
This is by far my favorite from Springsteen. I’m a 61 year old man who weeps every time I hear it. It rings clear to me. God bless you Bruce!
Listen to Madrugada's version. Sivert kicks Bruce's ass.
Boy, what you wrote was really cool. congratulations
music is forever
I'm in my 30s and this song gives me the same feeling, brother.
i have the same mayby not his best song but for me my favorite song
I play this over and over, grieving the loss of my wife. On a downbound train😢
My favorite song of the boss. Probably underestimated by the fans. Masterpiece.
Ur not alone...
My Favorite too👍
favorite no, but killer nonetheless
luca luca I could not agree more. I have loved this song from the time it was released.
Looove this song.
Fantastic playing on this song! Every instrument stands out but blends in as well . . .
Don’t you love watching Max? At the interlude, he’s quiet and still, yet honed-in; laser focused on Bruce’s every move. Adjusts his glasses, re-fashions his grip, readying for his return. Nails the big thump on his re-entry. It’s a close up of a true professional at work and I love watching it.
I watched this video thinking exactly that! At one point I caught myself thinking "quit showing Bruce I want to watch Max", and I'm a huge Bruce fan, so that says a lot :D
Yeah he´s great. Max And Bruce are the coolest old dudes i know :D
It is a beautiful thing to watch. So in tune with each other. I love the way Max NEVER takes his eyes off Bruce.
When I see them live, I find myself zoning in on the band individually. Just listen to Max's drum and Nils and Stevie's guitar, Gary's bass, Roy's keys.. and realize they're doing jazz playing different notes then what is recorded. They're so in tune as a force that it all plays together perfectly. Prince called Bruce the best band leader he's seen. No other band like the ESB
Max ups Bruce, and I agree, he his honed in on Springsteen.
The pain, the hope, the disappointment. This song says it all
I'm sorry but i'm stealing that. It just sums up this song and the way i'm feeling at this moment.
I’m 83 and I’ve loved Bruce Springsteen since I can remember and he’s the best live performer I’ve ever seen and that includes Elvis Presley, Eddie Cochran, Bill Haley, Tom Jones, Paul Rodgers and Jerry Lee Lewis at their best. He tops them all.
Sure thing. Got that right. Saw him 3 times. Memorable.
Bruce would respect all of them. Love Bruce! saw him live in London, the guy killed me, he killed me. Nice talking Dudley
Wow!!!
Bruce Springsteen loves you,respect
To see all those legendary artists!!! That's amazing!! 👍👍
This song is a diamond 🫶
and weinberg is the absolute man on the skins. locked in all day every day behind the boss for damn near 5 decades.
Love watching Max, looks like he still loves his work
Most underrated Springsteen song over. Love it
I like the ghost of Tom joab(?) Too.
I believe all of Bruce Springsteen's fan have a favorite song by him. A song that talks to them on a personal level. For me this is that song, it goes back decades ago when my wife and I were having problems and I thought the end was more likely than not!! This song meant a lot to me then and even now reminds me of how fragile love can be!!
loose ends hard to be a saint in the city 🎸
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This is my favourite too no real story to go with it just love the rustic feel to it.
I went 2 see ESB in Oslo this summer. Not once did they play this song on the shows before coming to Oslo. But they pulled it out of the blue. I am the romantic type who truly believes that they played it for me.❤ Love this song 😊😊😍
Revoar.♥️♥️♥️🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
This song is special, and should be reserved for late in the show, for the dark, when things are desperate and exhausted and still a little hopeless. I have lived this song, and its not spoken of lightly.
Sad thing is this gem is forgotten about.
Fk yeah!
I don't know why it 's the one I prefer about the boss .. too bad I don't understand and words (I'm Italian) but "I understand" the emotions and the mood that it arouses!
This is a great song. I lived it too brother. You arn't alone.
I been on a couple of downbound trains in my life, it’s indescribable. Cheers to everyone who manages to find their way back, and a moment of respect to those who are stuck at that terminal station.
To me this was always the outstanding track on the Born in the USA lp.
That horn section relly juices this one up!
Oh yeah!…
Touche. This and Bobby Jean.
@@ZeusHoney Cover me
The horn section makes this performance…❤
An underrated gem from Born in The USA, powerful it always spoke to me.
Let's hear those drums Max's i love 💘 the drums i wish i could play them❤.
The last and high "Bound Train" is genuinely one of the best thing I've ever heard. Long live The Boss!
Wow! I agree!!
He could probably take a bath in the millions he has made while the rest of us struggle to find jobs and have a roof over our heads. Meanwhile 'the boss' gets treated like royalty because of his 'special skills.'
@@paulsavage5057 writing songs that move millions of people IS a special skill.
Like there sound think thats enough out of my minimum wage
@@paulsavage5057 What's the problem with getting rewarded for doing a job well, as recognized by millions (hundreds of) around the world?
This song kept me from ever getting married & thus ever getting divorced. Thanks Bruce
Me too
Max on the drums killing it!!! Bruce & Little Steven with the guitars. Man what a song. Best version ever. It doesn’t get the recognition it deserves on Born in the USA. The band was and is on another level. Bruce has been the soundtrack of my life since 1984. The Boss. Bruuuuuuce
Last night I heard your voice
You were crying, crying, you were so alone
You said your love had never died
You were waiting for me at home
Put on my jacket, I ran through the woods
I ran till I thought my chest would explode
There in the clearing, beyond the highway
In the moonlight, our wedding house shone
I rushed through the yard
I burst through the front door, my head pounding hard
Up the stairs I climbed
The room was dark, our bed was empty
Then I heard that long whistle whine
And I dropped to my knees, hung my head and cried
This part always kills me. Criminally underrated. A gem.
It's poetry, sad poetry, yet brilliant - 'cause it pulls at the heartstrings of every human who has lost a deep love.
Oh, the ultimate sadness of life...
Everyone, just help another human being - there are so, so many that need our help, our empathy, in these crazy and trying times.
Best version ever so far, I love it !!!
So proud to cover it up with my band, I wish I could bring people goosebumps as he did !!!
Thanks Mr Springsteen
🎉Where Bruce Springsteen scratches his voice turns into a dazzling sensory spectacle
Just such an amazing song and performer. I saw him in 1985 at Wembley Stadium for 3 plus hours. Thank you, Bruce and your band, you have brought so much happiness to so many of us.
Bruce...
I was not allowed by my parents to see Bruce and the E Street in 1985 in Rotterdam Stadium....I was 13. My second oldest brother went for two nights in a row, he introduced your music to us, after he saw a Concert in Dallas back in 1984. I love a lot of songs, but being so young, Born in the USA was a more complete album that connected with me. Then a few weeks back I shared this 2013 Downbound Train with my 3 Bro's, and Jeroen my Twin replies, yeah that was always my favorite song from that Album. After like 35 years we are growing back together. There have been many Famous Bands and Great Artists.......But there is Only 1 Boss and 1 E Street Band.........
I saw You the E Street Band Live 2 times in Concert in The Netherlands. (Tunnel of Love) 1989 I think?
Best +3 hours ever seen twice!
Thank you!
You talked to us, you did not only sing, you communicated with us, you touched us, you and all gave us more than we could ask, you are in more than many ways a great Entertainer but clearly a great Man.
I am going to repeat and go on to Racing in the Street...........
So thank you Bruce.
Amen!
Very under-rated and superbly haunting, sometimes it is the reality that we all feel
And I dropped to my knees, hung my head and cried.
You can feel the despondency
2:54 THE VOCALSSSSSS!!!
Totally blown away, the track was always haunting. The live version is just exquisitely evocative!
Was at a party sometime in the early 90s half wasted. Took myself to a corner of a room and stumbled on a music stack with a vinyl version of Born in the USA. Opened up the lyric sheet during this song and from that day since i've been absolutely hooked on the guy. This song always takes me to that time...class track ❤
Anyone else who gets the chills at 02:52 ?? ❤
❤
Max Weinberg. Drummer of all time.
So much of it hangs on him
and the most elegant
Your right Mary,and his son ain't to bad either
Flawlessly solid
Timing like a Swiss watch!
For the young couples who wants to stay together should listen to this song man
Profound lyrics- its not just the song but the feeling and memory we chase ❤
As excellent and fitting, now as it was in the 80's, thank you!
"Now I work down at the carwash, where all it ever does is rain".......Love it.
My favorite line from this song. Couldn't be more depressive. Just great
One of my favorites always. After all these years never get tired of listening to it.
Oh man. Since the first time I heard this song when it was released and now, damn it's still punches me in the heart.
Watching the core group closely is such a treat. They have such perfect intuition after having performed together for so long. In particular just look at the concentration and power in Max’s face. He’s a total professional. Watch the way he, Nils and Steve are constantly looking at Bruce... there are imperceptible visual cues going on there that only come from skilled people living and working together for over 40 years. Very good stuff.
Best song by the Boss for sure, pure gold this one is.Been listening to it since I was 14, 36 years and it's still haunting.
It's hit inside
Thing is he's written so many good songs it's difficult to decide, he's that special.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧🐾🐾🐨🐨
haunting indeed
I am his age. Ever since I started hearing western songs, i have been hearing the Boss. Simply amazing.
A song about the sad battles in life. Fantastic song. No life goes straight all the time. Keep up the fight folks and in time it gets better👍
Bruce has written some absolute classics but this is my favourite
I just love at 3:40 when he feels Steve’s guitar sound and needs more of it. Watching Bruce perform is a lesson in being in the moment. Even some of the best artists seem like they’re going through the motions. Bruce NEVER looks bored up there.
Consigliere.
Difference between a good song and an epic song like this
What a powerful song.
The iconic moment is when the Big Man and Bruce smile at each other
Goosebumps from head to toes every time
Never heard the brass at the end until I listened to it in ear buds cutting the grass….next level
Can't stop listening to this song, still beautiful and my no.1 by Bruce Springsteen. Thank you from my ears, my soul for release Downbound Train.
epic
This is such a tragic story song but I song I always sing along to……. Pure poetry just awesome
His voice hasn't changed. Also my favourite song in the album
When Max's hit those drums that's when your body starts dancing 💃 again🎉🎉🎉🎉 happy 😊 new year too good music 🎶.🎉🎉🎉 and wonderful peoples who. Service others well and fare❤❤❤.😅
My favourite song by Bruce ❤
This touch
😍
This is a brilliant song brilliant like Neil young tom petty
This song really pulled me out of the shit.
I had been with this lass 6 years, and things had been good.
I came home one night, out of the blue she said she didn't love me anymore and left.
I never really saw her again after that, and I never got a reason as to what happened.
I sold the house and everything, had no choice but to move on.
It literally felt like I had been hollowed out, and chucked in the fire wood pile to be incinerated.
The pain was indescribable really.
Was just one of those things as a man, where you got too suck it up and take it on the chin.
Everytime I hear this song I reflect.
But I also think I got through that.
It almost damn near killed me,
But i got through that shit,
And I'm happier now.
Anyone going through that,
I feel you,
Hang in there.
I'm 76 and took up guitar to sing and play like him, he is inspirational...
If Bruce Springsteen's Song Book is a Delicious Cake then this song is, in my opinion, the Cherry on top.
And Max Weinberg is amazing on drums, like always. But that ending on drums is perfection.
Yeah, pleasure to watch him playing.
Max is the best!!!!
Got to see him play with his Jukebox band a couple of months ago. Imo the best drummer ever :-)
I miss the Conan days :'( He was the best sidekick ever
Totally, Max is the man.
love at around 3:40 during Steve's guitar break the way the others just watch him in awe of his talent.....superb!!!
Wouu !!! Forever Bruce
Awesome solo by Steven.
The BEST song by Bruce...PERIOD!
I absolutely LOVE this song...especially when it's done live, like this version. It's got so much more power to it!
A masterpiece in the album, a masterpiece in the live version
Love melancholy Bruce
Meraviglioso Bruce ❤
He's got so many good songs. Down bound train is one of the best ones. 4:36 😊
This songs makes you feel happy and sad at the same time, the music and lyrics speak for themselves
Happy birthday Bruce. Love this song. Discovered it three years ago
The best one!
Downbound Train
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Letras
I had a job, I had a girl
I had something going, mister, in this world
I got laid off down at the lumber yard
Our love went bad, times got hard
Now I work down at the carwash
Where all it ever does is rain
Don't you feel like you're a rider
On a downbound train?
She just said, "Joe, I gotta go
We had it once, we ain't got it any more"
She packed her bags, left me behind
She bought a ticket on the Central Line
Nights as I sleep, I hear that whistle whining
I feel her kiss in the misty rain
And I feel like I'm a rider
On a downbound train
Last night, I heard your voice
You were cryin', cryin', you were so alone
You said your love had never died
You were waiting for me at home
Put on my jacket, I ran through the woods
I ran 'til I thought my chest would explode
There in the clearing, beyond the highway
In the moonlight, our wedding house shone
I rushed through the yard, I burst through the front door
My head pounding hard, up the stairs I climbed
The room was dark, our bed was empty
Then I heard that long whistle whine
And I dropped to my knees, hung my head and cried
Now I swing a sledge hammer on a railroad gang
Knocking down them cross ties, working in the rain
Now don't it feel like you're a rider
On a downbound train?
Best song of the “Born in the USA” album. I love the story in this song. And the quality of the ESB is amazing. Impressive, as always.
If you don't at least get a single tear in your eye when Max really kicks in on the drums and the horns come in your not human and Stevie with that solo at the end good lord !! Nils and Soozy just being one of the best rhythm sections. What a wonderful rendition of this beautiful song.
I love the way everyone in the band watches and acknowledges each others solo, very respectful.
That’s not Patti, it’s Soozy Tyrell. Soozy is an old friend of Patti’s and she has played with the band for years
@@graemem6129 I must be blind Soozy's hair is blonde not red. Thanks for the heads up. Does Patti still play with the band? I also forgot to shout a word out to the Professor my bad.
This is a heartfelt, masterful rendition of an underrated song
Max Weinberg am Schlagzeug und Garry Tallent am Bass funktionieren präzise wie eine Schweizer Uhr!
BRUCE you are my Childhood!!! I grew up with your music!!!
Happy birthday Bruce. Absolutely love this song ❤️😍. Thanks for your awesome music 🎶
I was 15, when this played on the disc...now Im 53....since then this has been my favorite, my love
Per me la sua canzone più bella❤
Great Bruce! Love this song...❤
UNA delle più belle del Boss ! Hats off !
Früher wo ich ungllücklich verliebt war.bruce hat mir geholfen.
This Song walk with me long time
This IS something what we all know.Big Man not forget.
Bruce Springsteen and E Street performed Downbound Train with such a steady and dramatic flow and the quality of the recording is superb. This song gets the imagination working which happens when reading a good book. One can picture the time, place and characters.
Wonderful concert thank you somuch.
Steve Van Zandt - incredible guitar sound!
The greatest song in the history of the world!!!
What a show, what a song, what a band. Pure culture and soul in these minutes ❤❤❤
Best song off the Born In The USA album that is very underrated tune.
Best version yet of this underrated classic.
@Marty McFly yes, I should have said "best live version"
Max con la batteria, e uno spettacolo! 🥰👩❤️💋👩😍😘🎶💘💕💯
Anyone from Greece?Amazing song,incredible band!!!
That drummer is.........awesome.
Yes, he is.
Everytime I feel low I come back to Bruce and especially on UA-cam. A couple of minutes is all it takes for me until I crawl back up and feel life energy burning inside. Thanks for all the years Bruce
02:52... magic moment..❤
Worked out to this Album as a teen in the 80's in rural Australia. This song has to be my absolute favourite. A Masterpiece.
Still love this song
I was there ❤❤❤ My favourite song of the Boss, tears of joy❤❤❤❤
実にシンプルでこんな過去を思い起こさせる曲はない。😢そして年老いた今。
Raw, dark poetry
this song cuts deep.
The way we love it
The boss
so true....
My favourite! I remember me in the 80's being able to listen and sing it 20 times in an afternoon.......crying
Best song he ever written.
I had never heard this version... magnificent❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
"Now I work in the car wash where all it ever does is rain," has to be the most depressing words I have ever heard in a song.
Good business for laundering drug money though.
what does it mean?
maybe I'm missing something as non native english speaker
@@JasieK0 ... It means that he has a low-paying, low status job working in a car wash -- a place where water pours down on cars. "Rain" can be a metaphor for sadness or depression. And the lyrics already explained he lost his girlfriend. "The "down-bound train" is a metaphor for everything getting worse in life with seemingly no hope of things getting better.