Living In The Future (Today Show) - Bruce Springsteen

"This is a song called Livin' In the Future. But it's really about what's happening now. Right now. It's kind of about how the things we love about America, cheeseburgers, French fries, the Yankees battlin' Boston, the Bill of Rights, v-twin motorcycle, Tim Russert's haircut, trans-fats and the Jersey Shore... we love those things the way womenfolk love Matt Lauer. But over the past six years we've had to add to the American picture: rendition, illegal wiretapping, voter suppression, no habeus corpus, the neglect of our great city New Orleans and its people, an attack on the Constitution. And the loss of our young best men and women in a tragic war. This is a song about things that shouldn't happen here—happening here."

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[the801]

You know, after following Bruce for almost 30 years, he has yet to embarrass himself, or my intelligence yet. Thanks for putting into song what no band has the nerve or intelligence to say about what is going on today in our county.

[rosalitaxx]

Gotta love the man.

[Bossladyone2]

We here in America have been sold a bill of bad goods by our elected officials for years. Unfortunately, we have become, apathetic, placid, lazy, and foolish. The foolish part would be me. If I have any way contributed to the damage to your heart, please forgive me. I have been asking God to send Angels to watch over protect you. I am sending clouds of warm hugs and showers of warm kisses.

Many thanks for speaking out and keeping us informed. You have beautiful ears.

[Anet99]

Bruce has the courage to speak the truth. He doesn't cower, put his tail between his "hind" and try to negotiate with the fools that we all know have already sold their souls to the devil.It takes courage to stand up to the majority of weak fools, who don't have the courage to face what they fear most. They're willing to sell out and cash out. Not me. I'm willing to risk all my savings. It's worth the risk.



[kiahecoleman]

he's 59

[phenix43]

It's him now.

And yes, he's sixty...

[jaymejean28]

i had no clue this guy was that popular. i never knew what he looked like til now. is this him now or when he was younger?

[znarf541]

I forgot to mention Johnny cash... He's defintitely in the mix too...

[znarf541]

Bruce is kind of Baryshnikov, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan and Elvis all rolled into one great performer...

[ambridge91]

Man, Tim Russert seems like he is having a great time out there in the audience. We will miss you Tim.

Bruce Rocks!!! - The best ever!!!

[kiahecoleman]

he is sexy!!!!!

[BobReidy]

Allthough I dont agree with Bruce Springsteens political views,I love his music and this song.He is one of my favorite artists regardless of what his views are.