Bruce Springsteen - Across The Border Lyrics






Tonight my bag is packed
Tomorrow I'll walk these tracks
That will lead me across the border

Tomorrow my love and I
Will sleep 'neath auburn skies
Somewhere across the border

We'll leave behind my dear
The pain and sadness we found here
And we'll drink from the Bravo's muddy water

Where the sky grows gray and wide
We'll meet on the other side
There across the border

For you I'll build a house
High upon a grassy hill
Somewhere across the border

Where pain and memory
Pain and memory have been stilled
There across the border

And sweet blossoms fill the air
Pastures of gold and green
Roll down into cool clear waters

And in your arms 'neath open skies
I'll kiss the sorrow from your eyes
There across the border

Tonight we'll sing the songs
I'll dream of you my corazón
And tomorrow my heart will be strong

And may the saints' blessing and grace
Carry me safely into your arms
There across the border

For what are we
Without hope in our hearts
That someday we'll drink from God's blessed waters

And eat the fruit from the vine
I know love and fortune will be mine
Somewhere across the border





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  1. a.... d....

    Quanta dolcezza Bruce!!! Dany riposa in pace!!!😇😇😇😍😍😍😍😘😘💎🎶🎸🎶🌲🌟⛄🗽

  2. T.... S....

    Please tell me when this was the TV show.

  3. B.... ....

    Looking forward to meeting on the other side of this filthy world in a new heaven and new earth. Sweet blossoms filling the earth drinking God's blessed clear cool water and real fresh air. Eating fruit from the vine . Now brother that is Home!!! I love God and Jesus for preparing a place where all this pain and
    sorrow is gone and all the broken pieces of our lives become gone and a new unbroken life begins in the blink of an eye.
    God how I Love this song. What are we without Hope in our Hearts?

  4. S.... J....

    Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free” how times have changed

    S.... J....

    It wasn't meant for an invasion of unskilled, uneducated peoples to disrespect the settled immigration laws of a sovereign country and enter a country ILLEGALLY. THERE IS NO HUMAN RIGHT FOR EVERYONE IF THEY DESIRE TO COME TO THE UNITED STATES.

  5. a.... d....

    Quasi una preghiera! Che bello vedere Danny che suona la fisarmonica! Grazie Bruce! ❤️❤️❤️💞💞💖💎💫🤩😍🌺♥️questa canzone e molto tenera! 💫💞un ricordo a Danny! ❤️💫😇resterai sempre nei nostri cuori! 💫

  6. D.... F....

    How cool is this Danny was so happy playing with Bruce and visa Versa. They made beautiful music together.🎼♥️🇦🇺💋🇺🇸

  7. T.... I....

    Beautiful version. I love this.

  8. l.... ....

    for me the boss is a candle in the window

  9. G.... H....

    Beautiful. Phantom Dans accordion is perfection.

  10. V.... J....

    Grande Danny Federici!!!!!.

  11. G.... V....

    Dit is geweldig , zoveel gevoel voor muziek , ❤️

  12. K.... ....

    Love Linda Ronstadt. Love Emmylou and Neil. But nobody does Bruce like Bruce.

  13. A.... R....

    thank you Bruce😘❤✌✌

  14. t.... A....

    Not when Trump builds the wall. Sad

  15. C.... M....

    felt in love with this song 18years ago, can't find the words to say how much I love it

  16. V.... F....

    Very good song

  17. m.... d....

    I read somewhere that Bruce wrote this song in" Homage" to Bob Dylan after he wrote Across the Borderline.

  18. o.... j....

    Wonderful song.

  19. a.... ....

    Go on, Danny. For ever.

  20. V.... A....

    This version is pure as can be

  21. L.... O....

    prefer Linda's version - cause she lives and breathes the Borderlands.

    L.... O....

    I agree, her and Emmy Lou and Neil Young on the harmonica.

  22. m.... l....

    Masterpiece

  23. V.... A....

    I feel it more than other versions.  Maybe because it's the first version I heard or maybe it's less refined than the covers.

  24. W.... V....

    Cool. Came to this tune via Linda R.

    W.... V....

    Linda ! Try The Tuscon Sessions. Some good stuff there

  25. L.... J....

    Luv Ronstadt's version with Neil Young on harmonica a wee bit more than the Boss himself.

    L.... J....

    linda makes the song her own like she usually does. very superior to springsteen's version.

    L.... J....

    richard scott Have to agree. Ronstadt gives this tune some fine vocal justice. Plus she grew up in the Borderlands btween Arizona and Mexico.

    L.... J....

    In my opinion this is still the best version. But do agree that Young's harmonica playing is 'superior' to that in this version

  26. J.... B....

    A great song from that great 1995 album "The Ghost of Tom Joad". Very emotional, very very Bruce.I think "across the border" really means the end of life, and what's on the other side - pastures of gold and green. It is a religious song, almost a gospel.

    J.... B....

    Yikes I hope not but you mat be right,Bruce has some strange religious ideas.It resonates to me as a song for all the refugees in the world,especially relevant in these days with Trump's disgraceful border wall.

  27. M.... K....

    Great!!

  28. m.... l....

    I feel bad for anyone who is not into Bruce.

    m.... l....

    agreed seen him twice in England

    m.... l....

    I don't; if someone doesn't like him, then they're not missing out; Bruce's music wasn't meant for them. Also no one is a better person simply from liking him than one who doesn't like him, and vice-versa. Don't think otherwise; it's patronizing.

  29. N.... G....

    what a band they were

  30. D.... R....

    God, I remember this from TV. Why can"t I share it?

  31. G.... ....

    Got tickets for 5 dates coming up so going to be Brooooce time!!

  32. m.... ....

    How beautiful. This is a seriously under rated song. Sweet blossoms fill the air.

    m.... ....

    +michaelofsydney  One of my all - time favorites.

  33. K.... E....

    This is most exellent...

  34. J.... F....

    Keep Music Live...awesome...what a voice...Rock On Bruce...

    J.... F....

    Bruce is awesome as always

  35. r.... z....

    Bruce, see u later on the better side!

  36. D.... K....

    wonderful!

  37. M.... N....

    Beautiful

  38. G.... B....

    I wish we still could have Danny among us... may you rest 'neath auburn skies Danny. 

  39. h.... ....

    Love this song. danny backing him up with beautiful accordion. This is the very best of bruce. He sang this song at Danny's funeral. I was lucky enough to be there.

    h.... ....

    Chillingly beautiful

    h.... ....

    C mon Danny

  40. j.... ....

    One of his greatest ever songs

  41. l.... ....

    To The One I'm trying to take Across The Border, sigh. It will happen, soon or later...:-)

  42. L.... ....

    Ok lll Ono n

  43. m.... r....

    Que bonita canción, siempre diré que en los momentos tristes estas melodias nos ayudan mucho.
    Gracias.

  44. D.... Y....

    Perfect.

  45. c.... g....

    Winterlied im Mai

  46. J.... K....

    I agree that The Ghost of Tom Joad is his best work. It is exceptional, and this in.comparison to a lifetime of incredible work. I love this man. And this album makes me want to be a better person. My favourite work of all artists. This is about the most beautiful song I've ever heard. Did I mention I love this man?

  47. J.... T....

    This song was one of the songs played on my wedding day. Very Special.

  48. j.... ....

    I have been following The Boss since he first began touring. I have seen him in rooms with a hundred people..if that. There were many tunes he did with Danny on the accordion. It is one of my favorite configurations. I would have loved to have heard what Bruce said just after the video cut. It was good to see Danny smile. I miss him a lot.

  49. B.... ....

    Via Con Dios Bruce I hope you find true love "Across The Boarder"

    I pray for God to lead your steps in a straight path. Thank you for being a Friend.

  50. p.... ....

    Since all his albums have their great moments I strongly disagree. That's a bit mean don't you think?

  51. A.... J....

    Great video, thanks for posting! Miss ya Danny

  52. B.... H....

    The Ghost Of Tom Joad is Bruce's best album period. The album (excluding the last track) belongs in the Library of Congress.
    Those who consider Born to Run or Born in the USA his best material are NOT fans of Springsteen (proper) and I intensely hate you.

  53. b.... ....

    You cut out the best part - the harmonica solo! Are you kidding me?

  54. B.... ....

    The magic of Bruce and Danny bringing the message of hope for the rewards that we hope to receive when we pass across the boarder of this life accompanied with a little of their musical beauty

  55. D.... P....

    4 fans di lady Gaga passarono da queste parti

  56. 2.... ....

    I love this song. The first version I heard was a cover by Linda Ronstadt and Emmy Lou Harris. I have a new appreciation for Bruce after having heard both versions!

  57. N.... C....

    I agree with hardnessofthisworld's comment about why Bruce is a great song-writer,though I'd put him No. 2 behind Bob Dylan!

  58. S.... ....

    I came here for the harmoncia solo and you cut it out!!!!! D:<

  59. s.... ....

    Along with "Highway 29"; two amazing songs from Tom Joad!!!
    " I'll dream of you my corazón "

  60. v.... ....

    Clarence Clemons my good friend, I hope that you somewhere in this moment would cross the border...

  61. j.... ....

    One of the maestros greatest ever songs, beautifully done here with the late great Danny Federici making a lovely contribution.

  62. p.... p....

    how could you not love this. RIP Danny

  63. H.... A....

    LOVE THE SONG! The boss <3

  64. j.... ....

    The Boss and the Phantom nothing sweeter. You are missed Danny may you sleep and rest in peace.

  65. A.... P....

    Awesome! This song reminds me of the time I met my girlfriend :)

  66. S.... ....

    @Ignod Bravo! Great comment , this is the best one-liner I have read, not at all pretentiously unpretentious.

  67. A.... W....

    @SuzzyStohelit Love you hun! The song recommended by a friend got me a little choked up, your comment has me in tears! kisses Happy Christmas!

  68. N.... M....

    guys i love this song and i need to write a reflection about it for english can any1 suggest anything?

    like what it is about, how i know it and th effect it has

  69. S.... ....

    Danny! Please Go get my late son Zach and teach him how to play an accordion.
    Thanks for this beauty...

  70. P.... ....

    Wonderfull

  71. s.... ....

    Danny, God bless and keep you, you gave so much pleasure and we will miss you

  72. j.... ....

    Happy Birthday Danny, miss you.

  73. M.... R....

    where this is taken from?

  74. a.... m....

    Such a beautiful version of a strong yet tender song. I almost cried watching Danny. A haunting, daunting and heartfelt song. One of Bruces Great ones!

  75. c.... ....

    We love you BRUCE!

  76. N.... ....

    yes, and in many cases it's not the hope of a better life for themselves but for their children.

  77. N.... ....

    Bellisimo!

  78. R.... V....

    Gostosa a voz dele....

  79. D.... P....

    Simply magnificent and so beautiful it actually hurts. God, what a voice.

  80. R.... P....

    Possibly the greatest version of Across the Border I have ever heard. Did some research this video is from an ABC special "Where it's At: The Rolling Stone State of the Union" in 1998. Later shown on MTV and VH-1. My question: anybody know where the original footage can be downloaded in it's entirety ? Across the Border version here is magical, but is obviously an edited version- any way you or anybody else can post the complete version from this special ? Also Ghost of Tom Joad from same ?

  81. T.... ....

    3 chords...
    capo 3rd fret
    G - C - D

    The rythm is the hardest part if you are playing this alone. Great song!

    T.... ....

    TomCPH Tom, do you know the Key of the Harp?

    T.... ....

    TomCPH I'm gonna try. Thanks

  82. D.... ....

    i just read this comment about the falsetto. i saw him in boston on that tour and he did the same thing. I was mezmorized and just sat there lost in the moment and just faded away. good stuff

  83. l.... ....

    'c'mon danny!'

  84. L.... ....

    "Come on, Danny"
    Beautiful!

    L.... ....

    LaBri I wrote the very same thing ! I find , the very best singer songwriters are quiet About the people on stage Except to some

  85. T.... H....

    That little smile that Danny Federici gives at 2:03 is just priceless. RIP, Phantom.

  86. T.... H....

    One of the prettiest songs he's ever done. A real favorite of mine. On the Tom Joad tour, he did a gorgeous falsetto hum at the end that just gave you chills. When I saw him on the Devils & Dust tour in Norfolk, Va., he had Bruce Hornsby come out and play a subtle piano accompaniment, and it was one of the greatest things I've ever seen on a concert stage.

    T.... H....

    Tyler Haney. Bruce Hornsby love that guy too

  87. l.... ....

    magnifica!

  88. a.... ....

    salut. pas beaucoup de français par ici.
    j'ai eu l'honneur de voir ses quatre derniers concerts à paris : devils and dust (on se serait cru à l'église !), seeger sessions (à la nouvelle orléans), avec le e street band (terrible) et enfin au parc des princes (monstrueux). une énergie positive énorme !!!

  89. h.... o....

    Damn this song is Beautiful.

  90. h.... o....

    The thing that makes Bruce the very best writer of song lyrics-ever-is his deep understanding of the struggles of being a human being-This and this alone sets him apart from all the rest.Another poetic song by Bruce- The Very Best.Beautiful.

  91. 1.... ....

    I have scene him 3 times in my life (17 years) My favorite being my first Bruce concert; Nov. 11th 2005 in Norfolk VA. on his D&D tour. The last time i saw him was ironically November 11th 2007 in DC. He is easily my favorite musician. There is very little good music out there and im glad i found Bruce.

  92. 1.... ....

    This is Bruce's most underrated song.

  93. c.... ....

    Bruce is the cream of the crop.....I love him!!!

  94. E.... D....

    can anyone in the world deny or even suspect that he has had the same deep desires that are unravelled in this song?

  95. K.... L....

    R.I.P. Dan...

  96. J.... H....

    I am continually surprised at the depth and breadth of Bruce Springsteen's genius. An unknown song on an obscure album and it's so beautiful you can't help but have hope in your heart in a world in which such beauty exists.

    For what are we
    Without hope in our hearts

  97. l.... ....

    ciao danny

  98. J.... A....

    RIP Danny. I will always remember your beautiful music.