The make-or-break record where Springsteen poured everything into a widescreen, Spector-sized vision of escape and longing. Every track strains for transcendence and mostly reaches it, from the title song to the closing 'Jungleland'. Romantic, exhausting and thrilling. Sits between the landmarks and earns its spot.
On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.
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- Born to Run on Best Songs of the 1970s, Best Songs of the 1970s, Best Rock Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Rock Songs
- Thunder Road on Best Rock Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Rock Songs
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More from Bruce Springsteen — where to go next
If you have Born to Run, these are the Bruce Springsteen records worth reaching for next.
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Born to Run1975 · you're viewing this oneStart here
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Darkness on the Edge of Town1978 · RockClassic
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The River1980 · RockClassic
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Nebraska1982 · RockClassic
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Born in the U.S.A.1984 · RockClassic