Interesting fact: Bruce Springsteen wrote and recorded the album 'Born In The USA' and gave it to the record company, they said it was great 'but we need a really commercial song that can go on the album and also be released as a single'. Bruce said to himself 'Now that I've recorded the album I'm a guy sitting around at home, getting bored with nothing to do - THAT'S what I'll write about!'. This song was what emerged.
Nope, that was told to him by his manager & mastermind Jon Landau. If there wasn't for that man, who knows if we would know the Bruce as we know today ;)
@@splinband I was always under the impression the record company said that to him. I'm not sure why Jon Landau, his manager, would have said it. It is the record company after all who are assessing what will be the most commercially viable things that will go on the record.
@@jeffoliver7491 Yea, got your point and it makes sense but don't forget how powerful figure Jon Landau is / was! So even if the record company didn't agree, I am sure Landau would have found the way to mingle his intentions thru and assure the whole company to trust him. I mean, even Bruce told the story in his autobiography that it was Landau who almost forced him to literally lock himself into the hotel room and not to come out until he has that one more missing hit. So he came out with Dancing in the dark :))
@@splinband That's interesting, I haven't read Bruce's autobiography, I do intend to read it at some point. I've seen Bruce live though, four times, he's an amazing performer. He does a four hour set, as I'm sure you know. These are the longest concerts I've ever heard of - the fans certainly get value!
There's a kind of truthful rawness in the way he sings, only ever seen it in Springsteen himself, it makes you feel every note and every lyric as if you've lived them yourself.
Sammy is the real deal...a brilliant artist and my son. Thank you so much for your support. You have to go through many trials and tribulations to get ahead as an artist. We are all so proud of him and we are proud of you too! I wish all good things for you, your family and friends. Cheers Dave
I have seen Bruce Springsteen 4 times in Philadelphia pa. And this kid is pretty good don't ever stop playing kid. Am from Philly but I now live at the Jersey shore. Sometimes you will see Bruce walking on the boardwalk Wildwood New Jersey. Bruce love's the jersey shore I saw him once just him by himself walking around the Wildwood boardwalk stopping to take pictures. I was completely amazed that he was alone no bodyguards. It made me think about what happened to John Lennon. There's even more crazy people out here now days. But that's THE BOSS like Frank Sinatra always sang I DID IT MY WAY. HE IS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE YOU ARE EVER GOING TO MEET.
I get up in the evenin' And I ain't got nothin' to say I come home in the mornin' I go to bed feelin' the same way I ain't nothin' but tired Man, I'm just tired and bored with myself Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help You can't start a fire You can't start a fire without a spark This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Messages keeps gettin' clearer Radio's on and I'm movin' 'round my place I check my look in the mirror Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face Man, I ain't gettin' nowhere I'm just livin' in a dump like this There's somethin' happenin' somewhere Baby, I just know that there is You can't start a fire You can't start a fire without a spark This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark You sit around gettin' older There's a joke here somewhere and it's on me I'll shake this world off my shoulders Come on, baby, the laugh's on me Stay on the streets of this town And they'll be carvin' you up alright They say you gotta stay hungry Hey baby, I'm just about starvin' tonight I'm dyin' for some action I'm sick of sittin' 'round here tryin' to write this book I need a love reaction Come on now, baby, gimme just one look You can't start a fire Sittin' 'round cryin' over a broken heart This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark You can't start a fire Worryin' about your little world fallin' apart This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Hey baby
a north shields lad with the world at his feet ....AND ..his feet are firmly on the ground ! this lad has done , and will continue to do north shields proud and also have a wicked career,
When I first heard Borders it made me feel like I did as a teenager in the 80s hearing Springsteen, and I keep describing him to my mates in terms of the 80's, so it doesn't surprise me he is a Bruce fan, though I prefer SF TBH.
I came from North Shields many many years ago when things were very tuff in indeed . Watched this and I thought actually world class entertainment. Well done and good luck .
No lol. This is the standard sound of any single coil pickup with the tone turned slightly down. It’s a great and underutilized feature - it’s what buddy holly did.
Il y a plusieurs années,dans un pub en Irlande,une dame plus toute jeune chantait ce titre accompagnée de sa guitare . Moment magique,le temps s était arrêté,j aurai pu l'écouter des heures. Je retrouve un peu de cela avec cette reprise
A lad from Newcastle passionate about music and absolutely smashing it with a fantastic version of this song so refreshing to see music like that is 2021. Two of the things I love the most Bruce and Newcastle. Well done SF
Never really listened to Sam fender even though he’s a local lad but took a look at this video and thought it was great that he asked the crowd for any song then done a amazing job and made it his own, could listen to his version again and again 👏👏👌👌
@@eliasmg9144 think about what you are saying.. you want him to put someone elses song on HIS album, are you dumb? You never heard of copyright or plagiarism huh?
Well I never thought ic hete a great version...soo many shig ones....I was wrong!! Hope the boss saw this!!! ...because this is absolutely incredible...Sam's a huge fan...Bruce can hand the mantle over!!!! Because Sam can do it!!! Perhaps not on the same level...but certainly with respect x
So true, I am a recent fan too and he is so amazing!! I am a middle aged woman who doesn’t listen to younger artists and he has caught my attention because of his lyrics, melodies and intent. He’s going down as a true artist.
I've seen Bruce and The E Street Band live twice, and I'm going to see Sam in March. The goosebumps that I get listening to this song, as an accustic...wow! Please Sam, do this when me, my mum and Sisters come see you in The M&S Arena in March 🙏🏻✨🎵
First time I heard of him was when I saw him open Hyde Park 2019 before Neil and Bob. He was great and i'm stoked he's gone on to be successful cos there's not enough guitar music around right now.
That's lovely. Reminds me of two things - Interailling in the late 80s with a mate and we turfed up in the 'Dam and saw a band called the Beatnigs at the Paradiso - the only time I've ever been there. Also, reminds me I've got this single which seemed quite cheesy at the time in the Boss's canon but now seems so direct and touching. Nice one Sam.
Missing quite the beat, the rhythm which is fundamental in this (maybe all) Bruce's song... But great to see this interesting new artist, still a kid paying tribute to the one and only Boss🌷💕... anyways have to say I prefer Nutini's version that is also on youtube :))💓
Interesting fact: Bruce Springsteen wrote and recorded the album 'Born In The USA' and gave it to the record company, they said it was great 'but we need a really commercial song that can go on the album and also be released as a single'. Bruce said to himself 'Now that I've recorded the album I'm a guy sitting around at home, getting bored with nothing to do - THAT'S what I'll write about!'. This song was what emerged.
So he was feelin like a gun for hire
Nope, that was told to him by his manager & mastermind Jon Landau. If there wasn't for that man, who knows if we would know the Bruce as we know today ;)
@@splinband I was always under the impression the record company said that to him. I'm not sure why Jon Landau, his manager, would have said it. It is the record company after all who are assessing what will be the most commercially viable things that will go on the record.
@@jeffoliver7491 Yea, got your point and it makes sense but don't forget how powerful figure Jon Landau is / was! So even if the record company didn't agree, I am sure Landau would have found the way to mingle his intentions thru and assure the whole company to trust him. I mean, even Bruce told the story in his autobiography that it was Landau who almost forced him to literally lock himself into the hotel room and not to come out until he has that one more missing hit. So he came out with Dancing in the dark :))
@@splinband That's interesting, I haven't read Bruce's autobiography, I do intend to read it at some point. I've seen Bruce live though, four times, he's an amazing performer. He does a four hour set, as I'm sure you know. These are the longest concerts I've ever heard of - the fans certainly get value!
Big appreciation goes to this person recording this and not ruining it by singing along 👍
There's a kind of truthful rawness in the way he sings, only ever seen it in Springsteen himself, it makes you feel every note and every lyric as if you've lived them yourself.
This is truly magical.
I agree but check out Paolo nutuni. Especially Iron Sky recorded at abbey road a few years back. He will blow your mind.
So so true!!
Sammy is the real deal...a brilliant artist and my son. Thank you so much for your support. You have to go through many trials and tribulations to get ahead as an artist. We are all so proud of him and we are proud of you too! I wish all good things for you, your family and friends.
Cheers
Dave
No its shit, a cover band rendition of a great song with zero emotion and zero talent
Carrying the future of guitar music...no pressure!!! Go Sam !!
Huge dreams... but dreams can only get real if you work on it 😌
I hope you know what i want to say ...
I'm from germany 😇
Personally I think he should get a Gibson artist deal just for shits and giggles.
So am I
He is amazing, love him ❤️
@@marilynrussell8894 who, me?
this lads from where i come from, he.s so so talented, uses his shields accent to the full. NO false american twang like so may others, great Sam
Lol damn I thought he was speaking Dutch
My God he carries that ballad so well just like the Boss
This lad is the most talented of his generation
I have seen Bruce Springsteen 4 times in Philadelphia pa. And this kid is pretty good don't ever stop playing kid. Am from Philly but I now live at the Jersey shore. Sometimes you will see Bruce walking on the boardwalk Wildwood New Jersey. Bruce love's the jersey shore I saw him once just him by himself walking around the Wildwood boardwalk stopping to take pictures. I was completely amazed that he was alone no bodyguards. It made me think about what happened to John Lennon. There's even more crazy people out here now days. But that's THE BOSS like Frank Sinatra always sang I DID IT MY WAY. HE IS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE YOU ARE EVER GOING TO MEET.
This is right up there in the best covers of ANY song I've heard. Outstanding. Could listen to him singing this all day!
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I agree
Just watched a girl do one with orchestra was blown away
I get up in the evenin'
And I ain't got nothin' to say
I come home in the mornin'
I go to bed feelin' the same way
I ain't nothin' but tired
Man, I'm just tired and bored with myself
Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help
You can't start a fire
You can't start a fire without a spark
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Messages keeps gettin' clearer
Radio's on and I'm movin' 'round my place
I check my look in the mirror
Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face
Man, I ain't gettin' nowhere
I'm just livin' in a dump like this
There's somethin' happenin' somewhere
Baby, I just know that there is
You can't start a fire
You can't start a fire without a spark
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
You sit around gettin' older
There's a joke here somewhere and it's on me
I'll shake this world off my shoulders
Come on, baby, the laugh's on me
Stay on the streets of this town
And they'll be carvin' you up alright
They say you gotta stay hungry
Hey baby, I'm just about starvin' tonight
I'm dyin' for some action
I'm sick of sittin' 'round here tryin' to write this book
I need a love reaction
Come on now, baby, gimme just one look
You can't start a fire
Sittin' 'round cryin' over a broken heart
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
You can't start a fire
Worryin' about your little world fallin' apart
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Hey baby
a north shields lad with the world at his feet ....AND ..his feet are firmly on the ground ! this lad has done , and will continue to do north shields proud and also have a wicked career,
Ahh! This 50 something year old fan of Bruce just became a fan of Sam! Thank you for singing it like you meant it!
Ah same!! How lucky are we!!!
thank you...check out Sammy's song Aye and 17 going Under. ❤ Dave
This guy needs a fender series or at least a sponsor, best name for a rocker
Nominative determinism, in action 😜
Loved the crowd for singing along and knowing the boss’ song
You’re not a music fan if you don’t know the lyrics of that song.
Seen Bruce perform this multiple times and it was always a highlight. Enjoy this version just as much. This fella has bucketloads of talent.
Not just as much surely
True artists can sing not only their own songs but can sing anyone's beautifully. Sam fender is true musician! So rare these days in popular music.
Playing since he was 8, thanks Mum & Dad for what you gave the world. And Sam himself of course.
Such a beautiful intimate performance with the crowd. Just magic.
This lad's gonna blow Glastonbury away. Brilliant.
And he did!
This song has been covered by a million different artists and as a Bruce mega fan most don’t quite cut it. This one does though 👍
you should check John Mayer's cover of Tougher than the Rest
It doesn't, its horrible version
When I first heard Borders it made me feel like I did as a teenager in the 80s hearing Springsteen, and I keep describing him to my mates in terms of the 80's, so it doesn't surprise me he is a Bruce fan, though I prefer SF TBH.
My son went to see Sam last week. I had never heard of him, now after hearing this I am a fan, Sam Fender on drive rto work playlist tomorrow
Springsteen covered by 20-something Sam Fender in 2022 and smashing it! Well done Sammy boy! 😍
I came from North Shields many many years ago when things were very tuff in indeed . Watched this and I thought actually world class entertainment. Well done and good luck .
Fender is a great name for a guitar player 🎸
I wanna a collaboration between Sam and Amy Macdonald (she's an huge Springsteen fan) indeed her Dancing in the dark's cover version is awesome too!!!
Listen to the Lucy dacus cover if you havnt before
Good shout, she’s got a great voice too.
Nobody should ever have to listen to Amy McDonald
@@stevehutch9592 Even Amy McDonald doesn't listen to Amy McDonald
Lmao Amy macdonald .
Wow,that guitar tone is just magic
No lol. This is the standard sound of any single coil pickup with the tone turned slightly down. It’s a great and underutilized feature - it’s what buddy holly did.
@@fernank017 There’s always one of you.
Respect to The Boss but this Brilliant.... Crying My Eyes Out
I never thought this song could be (re)done and give it justice....but I believe we have a winner.
Il y a plusieurs années,dans un pub en Irlande,une dame plus toute jeune chantait ce titre accompagnée de sa guitare .
Moment magique,le temps s était arrêté,j aurai pu l'écouter des heures.
Je retrouve un peu de cela avec cette reprise
Sam’s voice is so good.
That was bloody beautiful.
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Just when you don't think it's possible to like this lad anymore, he covers one of my guilty pleasures gwannnnnnn
Beautiful song and beautiful people........
Yeah, for real, the audience did a great job.
what an artist.
What a fantastic voice, cheers Sean from Birmingham, England
Good ! Bruce lives on in the next generation 🙌. Well done SF. The words seem more relevant in todays youth than ever. Kids, you’ve got this 💪🤟
I needed to hear this. My dad passed away a few days ago and Bruce was our shared love. Thank you for this.
A lad from Newcastle passionate about music and absolutely smashing it with a fantastic version of this song so refreshing to see music like that is 2021. Two of the things I love the most Bruce and Newcastle. Well done SF
You need to hear the real stuff.
Why does this make it sound like Springsteen is dead 😅
Never really listened to Sam fender even though he’s a local lad but took a look at this video and thought it was great that he asked the crowd for any song then done a amazing job and made it his own, could listen to his version again and again 👏👏👌👌
Bruce fan here since 1972. Seen Bruce many, many times..great job SF..good to see the younger generation following us Boomers.
Bruce would be proud of this version.
The lad is a class act
The lads so talented it's unreal.
This needs to be on an album
@@stevedavidson7293 I meant Sam Fender album, although thanks for reminding me how good Springsteen is
@@eliasmg9144 think about what you are saying.. you want him to put someone elses song on HIS album, are you dumb? You never heard of copyright or plagiarism huh?
This cover is absolute magic, one of the best covers I've hear heard!!!
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@@makeyourfaith When was this version in Norway done? Both versions sound very similar! One took inspiration from the other.
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yep
first time i heard his song seventeen going under i thought his voice so much like the boss
Well I never thought ic hete a great version...soo many shig ones....I was wrong!! Hope the boss saw this!!! ...because this is absolutely incredible...Sam's a huge fan...Bruce can hand the mantle over!!!! Because Sam can do it!!! Perhaps not on the same level...but certainly with respect x
Sams made this his own and so has the crowd. AWESOME.
Stripped back and perfection!
Sam is just raw talent and emotion everything he does is beautiful
Love.........this...............music.......................
this lads seriously talented, quality
I’ve become such a huge fan of sam recently and omg this cover is amazing
So true, I am a recent fan too and he is so amazing!! I am a middle aged woman who doesn’t listen to younger artists and he has caught my attention because of his lyrics, melodies and intent. He’s going down as a true artist.
The norway voice version and this are unbelievable
This lads got some much talent it's breathtaking
Fun Fact Bruce Springsteen shares the same birthday with me we were both born september 23rd
I have stumbled across this cover and my god am I glad I have! One of my favourite songs and this guy has done an amazing job covering it!!
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new song is so bruce, I love it. we need a young bruce
Beautiful rendition.
Wow do soulful xx
Absolutely brilliant! Love you Sam
I've seen Bruce and The E Street Band live twice, and I'm going to see Sam in March. The goosebumps that I get listening to this song, as an accustic...wow! Please Sam, do this when me, my mum and Sisters come see you in The M&S Arena in March 🙏🏻✨🎵
You very lucky person KatieBlue 16 I would love to see Bruce.
Qué lindo el ambiente
First time I heard of him was when I saw him open Hyde Park 2019 before Neil and Bob. He was great and i'm stoked he's gone on to be successful cos there's not enough guitar music around right now.
When he lets the crowd sing the chorus. Dam
Go you beautiful Dutch fans……fantastic
A song that I sing at the top of lungs… dancing…sums up so much. If you understand! They be.. but the laughs on me.
Paradise, and megweg best Amsterdam has on offer, gerry cinnamon played his version there, both superb contributions, both talented and raw😊
What gig gerry was there🥳
Saw him twice live. Sam is gonna make it big time!
you are actually sooooo lucky!!
He has.
More or less.
Yeah think your a bit behind….he’s already massive
@@paulbrindley1874 Or ahead because I wrote it more tha a year ago😀😀
@@avbvb2681 😂😂😂😂 your funny
I keep coming back to this video!! Thanks for the upload
Thank you
He starts playing around 1:30
Absolutely love this cover!!!
Love his outfit! 😎
So beautiful... It made me cry!
Absolute gold
That's lovely. Reminds me of two things - Interailling in the late 80s with a mate and we turfed up in the 'Dam and saw a band called the Beatnigs at the Paradiso - the only time I've ever been there. Also, reminds me I've got this single which seemed quite cheesy at the time in the Boss's canon but now seems so direct and touching. Nice one Sam.
So amazing!
I think I just became a Sam Fender fan!
Such great talent!! Beautiful 🥰
Amazing musician, great cover loved the crowd & the energy. Keep up your work man it's brill! 🎸🔥🤟
this is amazing love love love it
Goosebumps... so good
Saw Sam in Glasgow, so so good 👌👍👍
Beautiful.
Going to see him at st james park this weekend cant wait
i love him
Amazing, thank you for sharing this
Just come across this...Amazing. love Sam Fender. Great cover, very raw 👌
Love this x
This kid is an authentic star
This lad is a fukin genius !!!!!
Missing quite the beat, the rhythm which is fundamental in this (maybe all) Bruce's song... But great to see this interesting new artist, still a kid paying tribute to the one and only Boss🌷💕... anyways have to say I prefer Nutini's version that is also on youtube :))💓
Quality cover. I love this song.
Wat een fenomenale avond🔥👌🏼
Really moving musician
Awesome
Amazing ! Natural talent.. 💙
CLASS!!!
Stunning 💖
An amazing cover, great job!
Wow, amazing ❤