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Bruce Springsteen - I'm On Fire guitar lesson video
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Born In The U.S.A. album cover
Born In The U.S.A.
1984 2:39
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I'm On Fire

"I'm On Fire" is a brooding, minimalist track written and performed by Bruce Springsteen, released in 1985 as the fourth single from his landmark album Born in the U.S.A. The song stands apart from Springsteen's anthemic rock material with its sparse, hypnotic arrangement built around a steady drum machine and understated guitar work. For electric guitar players, it offers an excellent study in restraint, tone control, and how subtle picking dynamics can carry an entire song.

  • The song runs just over 2 minutes and 39 seconds, making it one of Springsteen's shortest and most focused recordings.
  • Its sparse arrangement means every guitar note is clearly audible, rewarding players who focus on clean, controlled technique.
  • "I'm On Fire" was released in 1985 as part of the massively successful Born in the U.S.A. album campaign.
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