Bruce Springsteen - Terry's Song

[HollyGoLightly1978]

This song IS my mother. Rest In Peace, and I love you.

[Milkpipe]

My parents bought me this album the xmas before my grandad died. In the 6 months afterwards I moved into his house until it was sold, to sort all the belongings and furniture, and i listened to this album a lot. This song, and Gypsy biker, will always make me think of him.

[sparx65]

Just a special heart felt tune.

[catherinef87]

My dad woulda been 62 today. Gone for 15 years. When they built you, dad....

[frankieapril09]

This is such an amazing song .We have all being unfortunate to have lost someone who broke the mould, but on the other hand it was a great pleasure and privilege to have loved them

[reded1905]

Question, how is it possible that ANYONE dislikes this song? Amazing, simply amazing.

[niloh96]

nice video,great song

[BOMBSRUS1]

my darlings name was Terry and we lost him in 2009....I was listening to this album and fell across this song......so perfect it is thanks Bruce xxxx

[ScotsLyon]

Makes me think of "The Big Man"

[moomoomoomzq]

amazing. Reminds me of my dad. I miss him.

[lupi286]

Beautiful, truly fitting when you have lost someone amazing

[TomorowIsALongTime]

I still remember the first time I heard this song at the radio, I loved it instantanetly.I did'nt know this Terry but it brokes my heart evertime I hear it.What a beautiful tribute to his friend, Bruce is a amazing songwriter.

[sinnerboy12]

I've just had 'when they built you brother' tattoo'd underneath my brothers name on the top of my back ....no one can understand the bond between brothers, we should be very greatful for having it.

[scottyh201]

After posting this video when Bruce first released this song, I have been touched by the comments. Both for the Magovern Family, but all others who have used this posting to mourn. Bruce has given us all a gift by writing this song, and allowing it to be posted on Yuotube.

To all of us who have lost loved ones, each one special in thier own right, each one breaking the mold........

Scotty

[MrWildaughter]

Very sad song, strong lyrics :(, gives me a downer

[lugerjasper]

Terry was my best friend and love. I am lost without him . Bruce said all that words can say about such a great man. when he sang this at the funeral i did not hear the words for tears. losing Terry was as bad as when my father died. I still go to where his ashes were scattered to talk to his spirit, as he will always be here with us all as he was in life until all the people he loved are with him again, he will not rest. what I would give for just 1 more hug and laugh and lunch with him.

[phillip11869]

the greatest tribute song ever written. Period.

[frantic1980]

R.I.P. Terry....

[eekalokapuka27]

My daddy was always a huge Bruce Springsteen fan. He passed away on November 10, 2009 due to cancer. Now, I listen to bruce more than ever. It always makes me think of my daddy. He was the strongest man I ever knew and is now my angel. I love you, Daddy. RIP. -When they built you, father, they broke the mold-

[czech698]

why couldn't people talk plainly? Why did they have to be pretending, and whispering, and making you uncomfortable?

[itabuttrose]

my grandad died a couple of days ago and i cant stop listing 2 this song thank you bruce

[c4johnnyd]

Today is the one year anniversary of my dad passing. This was the last song song that he listened too before leaving this world and I couldn't think of a better one to describe the best man I ever knew. RIP Dad. We miss you.

[shortie2026]

i lost my grandad a couple of years ago and they played this at his funeral e loved this song and i miss him so much i luv u grandad rest in peace xx

[stantonshred]

moving , absolutely passion filled,, fantastic!!!!!!

[MusicTerry]

aye hes a topper o a songwriter.he got soul baby.

[ortleyman]

I lost my dad to cancer last week and I would have liked to play this song at his funeral. Rest In Peace Dad. I miss you more then you could imagine. They definitely broke the mold when God built you.

[Neanerthebeaner]

sorry for your loss....he's a part of everything now and can always give you love from afar....peace

[fig8slomo]

@ortleyman You are not alone brother, many of us here on this planet share your pain. Here's to your old man... may your memories comfort you and never leave you!!!!

[BuddyMon29]

Brilliant.

[OasisCaoimheBoss]

I love this song so much!

And when they built you brother, they broke the mold...

RIP terry magovern

[HEKENU]

For something you are the boss....

[shimmy19]

familymahoneII -- who cares?

[michael2403]

This is an imposing song because it manages to convey true sentiment without turning it into mushy. Thank you Bruce!

[yourideweride]

my dad was called terry and he also died of cancer, bruce has always been my parents favourite perfomer's. theres a ironic magic to this song which my family can relate too. makes my dads passing easier to take.

[Mrsamberr]

terry wass a bestt friend of bruces and if you got the album magic it on there but its unlisted x

[gazrobbo53]

A powerfu song. Should be heard more. x

[TheRedneck4]

bruce sprinstein is bad ass

[pdalaigh]

Hi long time bruce fan but never heard this one before, anyone help me out who was Terry? Thanks

[cicciodylan]

If I'm not wrong he was a bodyguard of the Boss

[mtpalltheway]

terry was his best friend who died of pancreatic cancer

[spartakovac]

<3 :)

[clairexo151]

My Uncle died in September of colon cancer. This song perfectly captures his life and his death. Ironically Bruce Springsteen is my father's faviorate song, so its really powerful that the songs captures his brother so perfectly. thank you bruce.

[fig8slomo]

Welcome to Terry's song!

[Hodo1549]

arguably one of bruces best songs

[HercuHulkSuperTank]

There are no words to describe the beauty of this song.

[daonnan07]

"They say you can't take it with you

But I think that they're wrong

Cause all I know is that I woke this morning

and something big was gone..."

[canfor5]

Thanks so much for putting this wonderful tribute to Bruce's close friend together!

Ya got Soul!

[NickelJovi]

Beautiful, just beautiful.

[tennisguy2477]

amazing =]

[ThunderRoadTheBoss]

This is one of the greatest songs of The Boss!

[newtonjav08]

my mom used this in my grandmothers eulogy she said "as bruce springsteen said 'when they built you brother they broke the mold' so i say when they built you mother they broke the mold" this song puts me in tears

[2000s10man]

'They say you can't take it with you, but I think that they're wrong. 'Cause all I know is I woke up this morning, and something big was gone.' this line always makes me remember some good times, because i have had this feeling when family members have passed. there presence is gone and you can feel it.

[Grovers15]

I held my little brother in my arms as he died at the age of 19, thank you so much for posting this, I needed a good cry...

[Kriegsphilosphie]

Dude you made me cry...

[manvik]

O'god, sorry for your loss:(

[brd0]

He putt so much feeling in to the song, and I don't mean just in the lyrics but in everything, he probably had tears in hes eyes or even cried when he was recording it.

[elvisapresley68]

I would like to dedicate this song to my friend Ron Vernon right now... Ron passed on the 23rd of Oct... He was a fellow police officer and my partner in 1998-99... He retired 2 years ago, and is now gone... God Speed Ron!!!

[HUNKATx]

Thats just beautiful

[mmilisits]

bruce cant write like he used to god bless terry we miss u

[boydy5times]

Brilliant, sad, everything.

[kevinm1999]

What an awesome song off the new album,really gets to me

[Ariessfij]

My brother Jeff was a huge Bruce Springsteen fan who passed away on 11/02/2004. His last e-mail and his last communication to me was : "Yesterday in Minnesota Bruce Springsteen did a free concert to tens of thousands of people for John Kerry. One of the songs he did was "Promised Land" which is one of my favorite songs. Yeah Bruce ! Love , Jeff"

[optimuspaul]

brilliant, and sorry for your loss, this songs best decsribes my brother....

[sp82it]

An ode to friendship... moving and emotional... one of my favs from 'Magic'.

[louisais]

Reminds me of my 'lost' brother. He was a big man, the best. Oh, yeah, they truly broke the mold, my "boss man" is gone.

[PKMate]

No one will ever come close. The boss is untouchable

[cantforgetyou]

He really can't sing. The lyrics are great, but the melodie is not strong. His voice is very irritating in this song. Sorry.

[Hmule]

everyone is entitled to an opinion but saying the boss cant sing is just a small bit retarded on your part!SORRY.

[cantforgetyou]

Your right. Of course he can sing! He has some very good songs. Sorry.

[bsstone]

The song reminds me of my grandmother that passed away last february. I hope they play it in Oslo, this summer. :)

[Mucker1692]

Its a sad song but I like it.

It makes me feel good after listing to it :D

[szasz1993]

Beautiful song!(L)

[monniewood]

I lost my own Tary last may and i am just amazed at this song - as it is i cry my eyes out listening to Backstreets - love you bruce and thanks for sharing this scotty

[chalsaa]

sleep well old friend, see u up there, keep a spot for me

[SmileRocknRoll]

do you know where i can bring the sheet music of this song?

[K4driver2]

RIP TERRY and welcome danny with you in rock and roll heaven.

[fig8slomo]

Peace is sweeter with someone to share it with...

Thanks alot old friend

[allforyoutonight]

May Danny join you in peace ... and to prepare the party for all who will join down the road.

[fig8slomo]

Godspeed Danny!

[blankchannelbob]

For the poster asking what the term meant.

[Winemanjr]

the song touched me....My buddy who passed was a big Bruce fan with me. We went to so many Bruce concerts together. I did a video to this song remembering him. He was also the kind of guy who, "broke the mold." thanks

[fig8slomo]

You just convinced me, I need to make the

call to my buddies in the

old band to do a one timer with this song,

our "Terry" was named Kevin...

It's been 2 years since he passed, and he

still has no stone. We all owe him a little more than that. Thanks

[fig8slomo]

"when they built you brother"!!!!

"They Broke The Mold"....

[lefsa2]

I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[jorgen274]

This sad but beautiful song reminds me of two people who were both very special to me...both unique, both one of a kind...

[magovernfam]

Terry u were a great grandpa i love u

Love Mike Ky Mags Sean and Andrea We love u

[alexchiswell]

Commiserations to the Magovern family. Fortunately, Bruce has written a heartfelt song for you. It shows how much Bruce loved Terry. I didnt know him but he must have been a great guy after listening to this song. Take care alex from Sydney.

[nealur]

Your grandfather was a great man.

[jesse0831]

UR grandfather was a great person my dad knew him for over 20 yrs he is the reason i went to see bruce rip terry

[wierss]

beautiful video.

[goforthegoal8]

i loveeeeee this song. very touching.<3 Does anybody know how old Terry was when he passed?

[dmh99999]

Terry Was 67

[jak92492]

rip terry.

[philehofish]

Thank you Bruce ...more evidence that you are the best living songwriter.They broke your mold as well, amigo.

[Redsoxfan025]

Beautiful song, its moves me, and is hidden in the album, this almost makes me wanna cry.

5/5 stars for me

[vivalajuicy27]

i love and miss you terry <3 rip

[Reyn3]

Beautifull...

I wanna make something like that myself for my recently passed away friend. What software works best?

[KENVAIL]

this song is so sad, i love it though, it gets inside my heart. bruce is so inspiring.

[alexchiswell]

hi yes its a nice song  also check out dance with my father luther vandross written by richard marx and vandross cheers alex from sydney

[misscolleen3]

Awesome job! My Uncle Terry would think it was pretty cool too! Who's casket was that, though?!?

[misscolleen3]

Nevermind, I know now!

[mfslz8]

Can you explain what "broke the mold" means?

Only thing I found is that mold = mould.

[jzancan]

its basically doing something never done before--something unique. i guess it can also be seen as, if you break the mold, you out-do yourself.

[alexchiswell]

I would say broke the mould is like this imagine people are born and they are normal people and have normal lives so they fit into a normal mouldor shape. However, when someone is special or some sort of character you say thay broke the mould - their speciality was too good for the normal mould of a human being so you say when they built you they broke the mould the normal mould or shape was not good enough for this special person cheers alex from sydney

[blankchannelbob]

Springsteen is referring to mould casting.

Casting using a mould is a manufacturing process as used in ceramics and metals to create any shape such as unique vase.

"Broke the mould"= one of a kind.

[marebytes]

This is a fantastic tribute... when I first heard this song it moved me... and I immediately thought of our #322 Union Brothers we lost in the Tropicana collapse in Atlantic City in 2003.

Beautiful job. Great Tribute.