Since forming in 1972, the band's members have changed; however, core members include saxophonist Clarence Clemons, organist Danny Federici, bassist Garry Tallent, drummer Max Weinberg, pianist Roy Bittan and, of course, guitarist/singer/songwriter Bruce Springsteen. Guitarist Steven Van Zandt joined the band while recording Born to Run and made this record at least possible. He became one of the most honored and most influential members.
Other musicians important to the band include guitarist Nils Lofgren (who stepped in after Van Zandt quit); guitarist/singer Patti Scialfa (who is also Springsten's wife); and pianist David Sancious and drummers "Mad Dog" Vini Lopez and Ernest "Boom" Carter, who all had left the band prior to Born to Run. Also, The Rising tour saw the official addition of violinist Soozie Tyrell.
In 1989 the band split up, after the massive success of the Born in the USA tour and the quieter Tunnel of Love tour. However, in 1999, the band reunited and embarked on a rather successful 18-month reunion tour - the "E-United Tour" - and now were powered by three guitars (Springsteen, Van Zandt and Lofgren, with Scialfa usually playing a fourth, acoustic guitar).
Following the events of September 11, 2001, Springsteen and the Band embarked on their first studio recordings (excepting a short recording session for Springsteen's 1995 Greatest Hits album) since 1984's Born in the U.S.A. The band recorded The Rising in 2002, and then hit the road for another marathon, two-year tour.
After The Rising, Springsteen recorded two more albums without the E Streeters followed by "Magic", released in October 2007 and featuring the hit single "Radio Nowhere". Magic was followed up by a traditionally strong tour throughout 2008, during which original band-member and friend Danny Federici passed away. Federici had already been temporarily replaced by Charlie Giordano, with whom Springsteen played the year before during the Seeger Sessions. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band rounded the 100-show tour at Harley-Davidson's 105th anniversary celebration.
On January 27, 2009 Springsteen's twenty-fourth album "Working on a Dream" will be released. According to the official press release, Working on a Dream was recorded with the E Street Band and features twelve new Springsteen compositions plus two bonus tracks. It is the fourth collaboration between Springsteen and Brendan O'Brien, who produced and mixed the album. A new tour for 2009 is expected to be announced soon. Springsteen and the E Street Band will play The Super Bowl halftime show on February 1, 2009.
Saturday 27th July 2009 saw Bruce and the E-Streeters played The Glastonbury Festival, England. This was the band's first-ever UK festival performance, a total of 135,000 people watched an epic, two-and-a-half hour headlining set.
Current members
* Bruce Springsteen - lead vocals, guitar, harmonica, piano
* Garry Tallent - bass guitar, tuba
* Max Weinberg - drums, percussion (joined September 1974)
* Roy Bittan - piano, synthesizer (joined September 1974)
* Steven Van Zandt - lead guitar, mandolin, backing vocals (officially joined July 1975 after playing in previous bands; left in 1984 to go solo; rejoined in early 1995) Steven Van Zandt
* Nils Lofgren - guitar, pedal steel guitar, backing vocals (replaced Steven Van Zandt in June 1984; remained in group after Van Zandt returned)
* Patti Scialfa - backing and duet vocals, acoustic guitar, percussion (joined June 1984; became Springsteen's wife in 1991; they have a daughter and two sons)
* Soozie Tyrell - violin, acoustic guitar, percussion, backing vocals (joined 2002, occasional appearances before that)
Former members
* Vinnie 'Mad Dog' Lopez - drums (inception through February 1974, when asked to resign)
* David Sancious - keyboards (June 1973 to August 1974)
* Ernest 'Boom' Carter - drums (February to August 1974)
* Suki Lahav - violin, backing vocals (September 1974 to March 1975)
* Danny Federici - organ, electronic glockenspiel, accordion, other keyboards (on medical leave of absence from late November 2007, temporarily replaced by Charles Giordano) (Danny passed away on April 17, 2008 after a battle with cancer.)
* Clarence Clemons - saxophone, percussion, backing vocals, larger-than-life persona and Springsteen foil (died 2011)
She's the One
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Lyrics
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With her hands on her hips, oh, and that smile on her lips because she knows that it kills me
With her soft French cream, standing in that doorway like a dream, I wish she'd just leave me alone
Because French cream won't soften them boots and French kisses will not break that heart of stone
With her long hair falling and her eyes that shine like a midnight sun
Whoa-oh, she's the one
She's the one
it say's you're never gonna leave her
But there's this angel in her eyes that tells such desperate lies
and all you want to do is believe her
And tonight you'll try just one more time to leave it all behind and to break on through
Oh, she can take you, but if she wants to break you,
she's gonna find out that ain't so easy to do
And no matter where you sleep tonight or how far you run
Whoa-oh, she's the one
She's the one
Oh oh, and just one kiss, she's fill them long summer nights with her tenderness
That secret pact you made, back when her love could save you from the bitterness
Oh, she's the one
Oh, she's the one
Oh, she's the one
Oh, she's the one
Oh, she's the one
Oh, she's the one
"She's the One" is a song that speaks to the conflicted emotions of a man who is deeply in love with a woman who has a hold on him like no one else. The lyrics describe her as having "killer graces" and "secret places" that no other man can fill. The singer is captivated by her sensuality and her smile, despite the fact that it "kills him" inside. He is drawn to her long hair and her eyes that "shine like a midnight sun." He recognizes that no matter where he goes or how far he runs from her, she will always be the one for him.
The second verse expands on the theme of the singer's conflicted emotions. He feels a "thunder in his heart" and knows he can never leave her, but he also recognizes that she is capable of hurting him deeply. He wants to believe her lies, but he knows that he cannot fully trust her. Despite her flaws, however, he cannot resist her. The mention of a "secret pact" that they made when her love could save him from bitterness suggests that the relationship began from a place of genuine affection, but has since become strained.
In summary, "She's the One" portrays the complex emotions that arise from being in an intense, but conflicted, romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
With her killer graces and her secret places that no boy can fill
The woman in question possesses both an enticing beauty and private life that are beyond the control of any man.
With her hands on her hips, oh, and that smile on her lips because she knows that it kills me
She is aware of the effect she has on him, and takes pleasure in it. A subtle yet powerful manipulator.
With her soft French cream, standing in that doorway like a dream, I wish she'd just leave me alone
He's both attracted to and exasperated by her as she radiates an elusive charm that he can't resist or comprehend. He wishes she'd stop coming around.
Because French cream won't soften them boots and French kisses will not break that heart of stone
No amount of charm or sexual attraction will change her core personality. She's unyielding and immune to such things.
With her long hair falling and her eyes that shine like a midnight sun. Whoa-oh, she's the one. She's the one
Her physical beauty is striking, and there's something in her personality that makes her stand out from others. She is the epitome of his desires.
That thunder in your heart at night when you're kneeling in the dark, it say's you're never gonna leave her
He feels powerless in the face of his unrequited love for her. His heartfelt conviction is to never leave her.
But there's this angel in her eyes that tells such desperate lies and all you want to do is believe her
Her eyes are both enticing and deceptive - like an angel. He's desperately entranced by her, even though he knows she's not trustworthy.
And tonight you'll try just one more time to leave it all behind and to break on through
Despite his strong feelings, he will still try to break free from her hold. A last ditch effort to escape.
Oh, she can take you, but if she wants to break you, she's gonna find out that ain't so easy to do
She can control him to a certain extent, but ultimately, she can't break his spirit. He has a resilience that can withstand her manipulations.
And no matter where you sleep tonight or how far you run. Whoa-oh, she's the one. She's the one
Regardless of what he does to escape, she will always be the one he loves. Her power over him is overwhelming.
Oh oh, and just one kiss, she's fill them long summer nights with her tenderness
A single kiss from her can make even the longest, lonely summer nights filled with love and passion.
That secret pact you made, back when her love could save you from the bitterness
He made a promise with her at the start of their relationship to always stand by her in exchange for her love, which used to be enough to stave off any feelings of bitterness.
Oh, she's the one
She's the one he's always loved, despite her faults and his own struggles to let go.
Oh, she's the one
Repeating the sentiment is an affirmation in his mind of how much he loves her.
Oh, she's the one
A final declaration of how important she is to him, and how he can't let go.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bruce Springsteen
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@stephencooperjoseph
I was there that night. The crowd felt like a mix of passionate football supporters and an old time religion revivalist gathering. Bruce greeted them in Spanish and Catalan and they went wild even before a note was played. This one brought the house down. You could feel the drums in your chest. Unforgettable
@nellasavana746
they don't need fancy stages and lightshows!!!! that's their power!! Thank you Bruce and ESB!
@natachaleclair9492
I absolutly agree,the don't need any fancy stuff or light shows just their instruments and voice INCREDIBLE😍❤️💯
@user-zk5nb9ji6j
I grew up with Bruce springsteen
@devinhaisma
I was exactly 8 days old at the time this was recorded. Who thought that I came to YouTube nearly 21 years later and found it one of the greatest live performances ever.
@davidhall4875
It is.. but close on its heels is ‘In the Flesh’ by Roger Waters.. 3 hours of brilliance.. give it a listen mate
@tubecontributor3206
When did this concert take place? Bruce is very grey now. Anyone know?
@tubecontributor3206
Actually it had to be at least as far back as 2011-when Clarence Clemons died
@devinhaisma
@@tubecontributor3206October 16th 2002 in Barcelona. At least that's what the discription says.
@CPSJSMSUUMUGA
This song captures EXACTLY the relationship between my current wife and I when we first met. Not in every detail, but in the raw, intense, overwhelming passion. Since we're been together for 43 years maybe I should drop the "current."