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American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader, renowned for his poetic lyrics, energetic stage presence, and anthemic rock music chronicling working-class American life.Born in Long Branch, New Jersey, Springsteen rose to fame in the 1970s. His breakthrough album 'Born to Run' (1975) established him as a major artist. He leads the E Street Band and is known for marathon live performances. His extensive catalog includes iconic albums like 'Born in the U.S.A.' (1984) and 'The Rising' (2002). A prolific songwriter, he has addressed themes of social struggle, redemption, and the American experience. He has won 20 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

• Earned the nickname "The Boss" early in his career, reportedly because he took responsibility for distributing the band's nightly pay among members.
• Faced significant legal battles with his former manager Mike Appel in the mid-1970s, preventing him from recording for nearly two years after 'Born to Run'.
• His 1984 album 'Born in the U.S.A.' spawned seven Top 10 singles, becoming one of the best-selling albums ever, but its title track's critical portrayal of the Vietnam War experience was often misinterpreted as jingoistic.
• Openly struggled with depression, documented in his 2016 autobiography 'Born to Run', leading to extensive therapy.
• Known for his political activism, performing at benefits and rallies; he endorsed Barack Obama and was highly critical of Donald Trump.
• Married to E Street Band member Patti Scialfa since 1991; they have three children.
• In 2022, faced fan backlash over dynamic pricing for tickets on his tour, leading to very high costs for some seats.