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Bruce Springsteen has released a new song honoring Alex Pretti and Renée Good titled “Streets of Minneapolis.”
The singer announced the surprise release on Instagram Wednesday, explaining that the track was written, recorded, and shared within just a few days.
“I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today,” Springsteen wrote. “It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis… and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renée Good.”
He added that the song was created in response to what he called “state terror” in the city and was meant to stand in solidarity with immigrant communities and local residents.
“Streets of Minneapolis” begins with a stripped-down acoustic sound before building into a fuller arrangement with harmonica and backing vocals. The song closes with chants of “ICE out,” reinforcing its message of protest and resistance.
In the lyrics, Springsteen reflects on loss, injustice, and resilience. He sings:
“Minneapolis, I hear your voice, singing through the bloody mist,”
“We’ll take our stand for this land and the stranger in our midst.”
He also directly names the victims in the song, promising:
“We’ll remember the names of those who died on the streets of Minneapolis.”
The title references Springsteen’s Oscar-winning 1993 track “Streets of Philadelphia,” signaling another moment where he uses music to respond to social issues.
The release continues Springsteen’s long history of political activism and public criticism of President Donald Trump, with whom he has exchanged sharp remarks in recent years.
With “Streets of Minneapolis,” Springsteen once again uses his platform to honor victims, speak out against injustice, and call for empathy and accountability through music.
SOURCE: CBS News