Quote by Bruce Springsteen

There is a real patriotism underneath the best of my music but it is a critical, questioning and often angry patriotism.

There is a real patriotism underneath the best of my music b

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's music is infused with a genuine sense of patriotism. However, the patriotism depicted is not blindly supportive, but rather critical and inquisitive. It emphasizes the willingness to question and challenge the norms and injustices within one's country. The music reflects a passion and concern for the well-being and progress of the nation, often expressing anger towards its shortcomings. It underscores the idea that true patriotism involves a deep love for one's country while concurrently holding it accountable for its flaws.

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Patriotism

By Bruce Springsteen

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