The Mind and Soul of Bruce Springsteen.

  • Published In: Psychoanalytic Review, 2025, v. 112, n. 4. P. 457 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Breitbart, Arnold 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the complex psychological landscape of Bruce Springsteen, emphasizing how his life experiences have shaped his music and public persona. It details his troubled childhood in Freehold, New Jersey, marked by a dysfunctional family dynamic, particularly with his father, and the influence of his mother. Springsteen's music reflects themes of social justice, personal struggle, and redemption, often drawing from his own battles with depression and mental health. The piece also touches on his stable family life with his wife, Patti Scialfa, and their children, while critiquing his political engagement, particularly regarding recent events. Overall, it presents Springsteen as a deeply introspective artist whose work resonates with themes of resilience and social consciousness. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychoanalytic Review. 2025/12, Vol. 112, Issue 4, p457
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0033-2836
  • DOI:10.1521/prev.2025.112.4.457
  • Accession Number:190435285
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