Bruce Springsteen has been trying to heal himself while trying to heal us. The concept of healing is complex, especially for males who have been wounded since childhood.
In a world where men are often told to "suck it up, be tough, not complain, and not cry, ever," it's a question that has puzzled the author since childhood. Bruce Springsteen, a self-reflective and prolific singer, has also been grappling with this issue for six decades.
The author was captivated by Springsteen's voice and storytelling, and recently watched the film Deliver Me from Nowhere, which tells the story of Springsteen's struggle to make his historic Nebraska album in 1982.
It is a confounding question I have been asking myself since a kid, and a conundrum Bruce Springsteen... has been grappling with as well.
Author's summary: Bruce Springsteen's music reflects his journey of healing and self-discovery.