About the song
Bruce Springsteen’s “Hungry Heart” is a timeless rock anthem that has resonated with audiences for decades. Released in 1980 as the lead single from his fifth studio album, “The River,” the song quickly became a chart-topper and a defining moment in Springsteen’s career.
With its infectious melody, driving rhythm, and Springsteen’s passionate vocals, “Hungry Heart” captures the restless energy and yearning for adventure that characterizes youth. The song’s lyrics explore themes of restlessness, ambition, and the search for meaning in life. Springsteen’s vivid imagery and heartfelt delivery bring these themes to life, making the song both relatable and inspiring.
The song’s opening line, “I got a hungry heart, can’t be satisfied,” sets the tone for the rest of the track. Springsteen sings about his desire for something more than the ordinary, a longing that many listeners can identify with. The chorus, with its repetitive and anthemic quality, reinforces the theme of restlessness and the need to keep moving forward.
“Hungry Heart” showcases Springsteen’s ability to write songs that are both catchy and thought-provoking. The song’s popularity is a testament to its universal appeal and enduring message. It has been covered by countless artists and remains a staple of classic rock radio stations.
For fans of Springsteen and lovers of classic rock, “Hungry Heart” is a must-listen. Its energetic performance, catchy melody, and relatable lyrics make it a timeless piece of music that continues to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages.
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Lyrics
Got a wife and kids in Baltimore, Jack
I went out for a ride and I never went back
Like a river that don’t know where it’s flowing
I took a wrong turn and I just kept going
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Lay down your money and you play your part
Everybody’s got a h-h-hungry heart
Oh
I met her in a Kingstown bar
We fell in love, I knew it had to end
We took what we had and we ripped it apart
Now here I am down in Kingstown again
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Lay down your money and you play your part
Everybody’s got a h-h-hungry heart
La-la-la-la-la-la, oh yeah
La-la-la-la-la-la
Everybody needs a place to rest
Everybody wants to have a home
Don’t make no difference what nobody says
Ain’t nobody like to be alone
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Everybody’s got a hungry heart
Lay down your money and you play your part
Everybody’s got a h-h-hungry heart
Oh yeah
(Everybody’s got a hungry heart)
(Lay down your money and you play your part)
Oh yeah
(Everybody’s got a hungry heart)
La-la-la-la-la-la
Ooh yeah
La-la-la-la-la-la