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Today in History: Bruce Springsteen’s “Born to Run” breaks commercial ground

8/25/2026

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On August 25 1975, Bruce Springsteen released *Born to Run*, his third studio album. After two commercial flops, he and the E Street Band spent 18 months recording, aiming for Phil Spector’s Wall of Sound. The album’s powerful production and anthemic title track propelled Springsteen into mainstream success.

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Story summary

On August 25 1975, Bruce Springsteen released *Born to Run*, his third studio album. After two commercial flops, he and the E Street Band spent 18 months recording, aiming for Phil Spector’s Wall of Sound. The album’s powerful production and anthemic title track propelled Springsteen into mainstream success.