Following a recent statement by Bruce Springsteen during his 2025 European tour kick-off, former President Donald Trump has made headlines once again. In a surprising turn of events, Trump, who famously used Springsteen's hit song “Born in the U.S.A.” during his 2016 campaign rallies, declared that he has “never liked” the rock legend or his music. This statement comes after Springsteen labeled Trump as “incompetent and treasonous” in front of an audience in England, a remark that certainly did not sit well with the former president.
While engaged in diplomatic discussions in the Middle East and preparing to accept $400 million worth of luxury jets from Qatar, Trump took to Truth Social to express his disdain for Springsteen. He described the musician as “Highly Overrated” and labeled him “not a talented guy — Just a pushy, obnoxious JERK.” This harsh criticism highlights Trump's ongoing feud with the renowned musician and the personal nature of their exchanges.
In his post, Trump didn’t stop at merely criticizing Springsteen's talent. He also targeted the musician’s political affiliations, calling him “dumb as a rock” and a “dried out ‘prune’ of a rocker,” remarking on the state of Springsteen's physical appearance. This attack seems to reflect Trump's tendency to engage in personal insults when confronted with criticism.
Springsteen has not shied away from voicing his opinions about Trump in the past. During a 2016 interview with Rolling Stone, he referred to Trump as a “moron.” At a 2024 campaign rally for Vice President Kamala Harris, Springsteen escalated his criticisms, calling Trump an “American tyrant.” These comments from Springsteen resonate with many who share his concerns regarding Trump’s presidency and the current political climate.
At his recent concert in England, Springsteen reiterated his belief that the U.S. is “in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration.” This powerful statement aligns with his ongoing commitment to addressing political issues through his music. During the concert, before performing “My City of Ruins,” he expressed deep disappointment with elected representatives, declaring, “A majority of our elected representatives have failed to protect the American people from the abuses of an unfit president and a rogue government.”
Despite the turbulent political landscape, Springsteen remains optimistic about America’s future. He reflected on the essence of being American, stating that, “The America I’ve sung to you about for 50 years is real, and, regardless of its faults, is a great country with great people.” Springsteen concluded with a quote from the celebrated American writer James Baldwin, emphasizing the importance of humanity: “In this world there isn’t as much humanity as one would like, but there’s enough.” This message of hope stands in stark contrast to the negativity that often permeates political discourse today.
As the tensions between Trump and Springsteen continue to evolve, one thing remains clear: both figures are influential in their own right, shaping public opinion and discourse in the United States.
