Bruce Springsteen brought the heat at a benefit concert in Minneapolis, where music was used as a powerful tool to resist anti-immigrant policies. The event, organized by Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, aimed to raise funds for the families of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, who were both killed by ICE agents.
As Springsteen took the stage at First Avenue club, he delivered his song "Streets of Minneapolis" - a scathing critique of federal tyranny and anti-immigrant violence. The lyrics are a searing indictment of the Trump administration's policies, which have led to the deaths of countless innocent people at the hands of ICE agents.
When asked about the song, Springsteen revealed that he wrote it in response to Tom Morello's advice to "kick them in the teeth" - a phrase that encapsulates the raw emotion and urgency needed to challenge systemic oppression. The crowd went wild as Springsteen sang, their fists raised high in defiance of the forces of darkness.
Morello had stated earlier that fascism was on the rise, and he wanted his concert to be a call to action for those resisting it. As he said, "If it looks like fascism, sounds like fascism, acts like fascism... we must resist, protest, defend against, stand up to, expose, oust, overthrow and drive out" - a rallying cry that resonated deeply with the crowd.
The event served as a testament to the enduring power of music as a tool for social change. By bringing together iconic musicians and activists, the concert became more than just a fundraiser - it was a beacon of resistance in the face of growing oppression.
As Springsteen took the stage at First Avenue club, he delivered his song "Streets of Minneapolis" - a scathing critique of federal tyranny and anti-immigrant violence. The lyrics are a searing indictment of the Trump administration's policies, which have led to the deaths of countless innocent people at the hands of ICE agents.
When asked about the song, Springsteen revealed that he wrote it in response to Tom Morello's advice to "kick them in the teeth" - a phrase that encapsulates the raw emotion and urgency needed to challenge systemic oppression. The crowd went wild as Springsteen sang, their fists raised high in defiance of the forces of darkness.
Morello had stated earlier that fascism was on the rise, and he wanted his concert to be a call to action for those resisting it. As he said, "If it looks like fascism, sounds like fascism, acts like fascism... we must resist, protest, defend against, stand up to, expose, oust, overthrow and drive out" - a rallying cry that resonated deeply with the crowd.
The event served as a testament to the enduring power of music as a tool for social change. By bringing together iconic musicians and activists, the concert became more than just a fundraiser - it was a beacon of resistance in the face of growing oppression.
! Bruce Springsteen bringing the noise with that "Streets of Minneapolis" track is straight fire 
! I'm so down for a good ol' fashioned sing-along when it comes to standing up against systemic oppression. and can we talk about Tom Morello's message? we gotta stay vigilant, you know? fascism ain't no joke 
. but at the same time, it's awesome to see all these talented artists coming together for a cause - that's what music is all about, right? unity & solidarity 
. And can we talk about Tom Morello for a sec? 
He's like a total rockstar and his message is so important right now. I love how he's using his platform to educate people about fascism and the importance of resisting it.
. And I think this concert is a great reminder that music can be such a powerful tool for social change. We need more events like this! 
and i gotta say, that dude brought so much heat on stage!!! 
he performed that one song "Streets of Minneapolis" which is literally so good... i mean, who writes a song like that to criticize the Trump admin? 
it's like music for change, you know? 
and that Tom Morello guy is all about kickin' fascism in the teeth 
what a powerful message. anyway, concerts like this are super inspiring - they show us that even in tough times, we can use art to make a difference 
I'm all about finding that sweet spot where we can make a difference without, you know, making things worse 
. And what better way to do that than through some epic music? Bruce Springsteen absolutely brought the house down with his performance, and I love how Tom Morello is using his platform to raise awareness about these important issues 
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the way he delivered those lyrics, it was like a punch in the face for all the injustices happening out there 
Tom Morello is a GENIUS 
for organizing that whole thing and getting Bruce on board - and that crowd went WILD 
the way Bruce Springsteen just brought the house down with "Streets of Minneapolis" is seriously powerful 
the way people were singing along, fists raised high, it was like nothing could stop us 
the message is clear: we won't be silenced, we won't be oppressed 
it just goes to show how powerful music can be in times like these - bringing people together, giving them a voice & sparking change 
. Anyway, I'm still reeling from the whole experience, and I think we can all learn a thing or two from Bruce and Tom about using our voices (and music) to challenge the status quo 
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just watched this benefit concert at First Avenue club and i'm still reeling... bruce springsteen brought so much energy to that stage 
but what really got me was Tom Morello's message - we gotta stand up to those policies before it's too late 
. Music is such a powerful tool for change, you feel? It can be so emotional and overwhelming at the same time... like, I'm all for making some noise and raising awareness about these issues 
it's heartbreaking what's happening to families like Renée and Alex, and I'm so glad the funds raised will help their loved ones 
, music like this can be a powerful reminder that we're not alone and that there are people standing up for what's right 
Bruce Springsteen's performance was like a masterclass in subtlety, he's known 4 his lyrics but I think he was actually trying 2 send a message to the powers that be .. and Tom Morello's involvement? that's just a coincidence 
morello's been making waves about fascism for ages so what's really going on here? is this concert part of some bigger movement 2 expose the truth? I'm low-key convinced there's more 2 it than meets the eye