Dancing in the Dark: The Springsteen Anthem of Struggle and Hope
Take a good thing and make it better
They often advise against tampering with what’s already satisfactory. Bruce Springsteen might not top my list of favorites, yet his music, especially “Dancing in the Dark,” was a recurring soundtrack of my youth, even though I never quite delved into its meaning or paid much attention to the lyrics. That changed when I came across Jorgen Dahl Moe’s cover from Norway. He’s reimagined this classic in his unique style and rhythm, imparting a distinct and enduring emotional impact.
Hey Baby, I could use just a little help
I get up in the evenin’
And I ain’t got nothin’ to say
I come home in the mornin’
I go to bed feelin’ the same way
I ain’t nothin’ but tired
Man, I’m just tired and bored with myself
Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help
Bruce Springsteen’s “Dancing in the Dark” masterfully captures the profound sense of stagnation and solitude that comes with feeling trapped in life’s monotony. The…
