Bruce Springsteen 1987 Harry Chapin Tribute: Remember When the Music

In 1987 a tribute concert in honor of Harry Chapin was held, celebrating his would be 45 birthday.
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[@davidc6341]

Met Harry and son, Joshua-age7, at OHare, all of us waiting to go to OKC. It was summer of 1979. I was sitting, he came up and asked if they could sit. He asked lots of personal questions and was gracious. He said that he brings his son along, as he said that one never knows how long one will live. He then explained that he dislikes being away from his family but how his loves to preform. He said life is about comprises and never doubt, it will consume you. We talked for over one hour. Was so thoughtful, and always turned my questions over back to me, as if I could provide the answers. Two years later, he was gone. He helped so many of us. One of the highlights of my life, thank you Harry!

[@jimtropp2160]

I miss Harry, we could use his wisdom right now.

[@bigbrianusa]

Unfortunately Harry would probably be calling Trump Hitler and marching for open borders

[@mottthehoople693]

@@bigbrianusa and that would be a good thing...

[@bobabtcr]

Amen!!!

[@bobabtcr]

@@bigbrianusa Yes, frump is Hitler reincarnated! Harry would surely agree! OPEN borders? Not quite. Concentration camps for immigrants and ripping children from their families in 2019 would HORRIFY him! We sure could use his voice today...

[@susanford4606]

@@bigbrianusa And I would be right there with him! Thank you Brian for posting this comment! Finally, someone said what I've been thinking!

[@kevindoyle6831]

I love Harry Chapin. No other musician speaks to my heart like he did. He and Robin Williams are the only two performers whose passing brought me to tears.

[@karencurtis2482]

True. So very true.

[@lisaperry7297]

I can only agree!

[@royscott3432]

Growing up in the 70s I had an 8 track cassette player in my car. My favorite ones were Jim Croce, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. All great story tellers with universal themes.

[@patrickalaggio3560]

Bruce at his best... from the heart. A fine tribute that would have brought that big ole smile to Harry's face... and a tear to mine.

[@sirius1212]

I remember when Sandy sent me this tape, I listened to it and I said, "Gee, this is a little on the corny side." And I sat down and I tried to think what the song was about, and I guess there was a time when people felt that music provided you with a greater, oh, a greater sense of unity, a greater sense of shared vision and purpose than it does today. And my generation, we were the generation that was gonna change the world, that somehow we were gonna make it a little less lonely, a little less hungry, a little more just place. But it seems that when... When that promise slipped through our hands we didn't replace it with nothing but, but lost faith, and now we live in, uh, times are pretty shattered, I got my music, you've got yours, the guy down the street, he's got his, and you could kind of sit back and say, not cynically but truthfully, "Well, maybe, maybe all men are not brothers, and maybe we won't ever know who or what we really are to each other." But I think Harry instinctively knew that it was gonna take a lot more than just love to survive; that it was gonna take a strong sense of purpose, of duty, and a good clear eye on the dirty ways of the world. So in keeping, in keeping his promise to himself, he reminds us of our promise to ourselves, and that tonight, alongside Harry, it's that promise that his spirit would have us remember and honor and recommit to. So do something, and may his song be sung.

[@LizzieCornish]

Thank you for transcribing this, Daniel. I was just about to, then saw you'd already done it. Stay safe and well.

[@themostization]

brought a tear to my eye

[@mikestevenson576]

In a way, the song is like an extremely eloquent KZbin comment. Every generation thinks music was better when they were in high school.

[@tonylloy327]

Never more true than it is today.

[@BruceGaslightAnthemFallon]

Bruce could be a good comedian, lucky for us he instead chose to be the greatest artist that has ever lived. I just feel I owe this man so much for all the happiness he has given me…the world will NEVER see such a singer/songwriter again….The Messi of music, the GOAT❤

[@fernandorosas1430]

Pienso exactamente igual.

[@peternicholson233]

Except for Harry Chapin.

[@brendatrump1271]

40 years ago today we lost Harry. Michael Moore’s post on Instagram reminded me and sent me here to listen once again. Good music moves and inspires to do good.

[@adamforest1986]

Watched it with my mom, her teenage girlfriend asked her to go see Harry...in that small way I feel connected. "I get this funny feeling, that well all be together again" Harry Chapin thank you sir, he gave as soon as he got a hit, he gave everrything mainly his gift and time and thats beautiful!

[@ROCKSTARCRANE]

I was assistant recording engineer and session guitarist and singer on the "Sequel" album. The two weeks I spent in the studio with Harry are precious memories. He was one of the most charismatic artists I ever met. The man should have been president....

[@peternicholson233]

like Trump?

[@albertawheat6832]

@@peternicholson233 No, we are talking about harry....is your attention span that shallow ?

[@mtnstpt]

I was there that night at Carnegie Hall, Young Member of The NYPD, AND A BIG FAN OF Harry Chapin, Sandy his wife inviteed us to the Hard Rock Cafe on 57TH ST, for the party, Got to hang out with all, Big John Wallace, Harry's Children, Grahem Nash, Great night, Imiss harry.

[@bramcurtis6900]

I was lucky enough to see Harry in concert in a fairly intimate setting. This performance moves me to tears every time I hear it. It is like I hear it as a country tune in the purest sense. This performance and interpretation is yet one more reason why Bruce's nick name is "the Boss". RIP Harry. 🌹

[@fourangelsmomma]

I've heard Bruce tell this story at least a dozen plus times live and it never, ever gets old. Right now, I NEED to attend a concert. I need to be surrounded by 20,000 crazy, happy, beautiful human beings all deeply connected by the music. Promise me that we will meet up there again soon...promise me.

[@michaelnorman3393]

Hang in there. It'll happen 😀

[@fourangelsmomma]

@@michaelnorman3393 Thank you.

[@michaelnorman3393]

@@fourangelsmomma I know what you're feeling. Concerts are probably my favorite go to thing, for too many reasons to count. I've seen Bruce 13 times now, and 14 can't get here soon enough lol Bottom line though, as long as we have some good friends, and loving family, we'll make it through! And by your moniker, i'm guessing that your kids are what keeps you going. Stay strong 😀

[@angelsonthemountain321]

Damn it, this makes me cry like a baby as it is. Yours may be the most beautiful thought I’ve read in some years. Crying like a baby. Thank you.

[@fourangelsmomma]

@@michaelnorman3393 thank you so much for the lovely comment. Like you, concerts are my favorite experiences in life. I would rather go to as many shows as possible than go on an exotic trip to anyplace in the world. There is just something about being part of a live audience listening to incredible music with thousands of strangers whose souls are all elevated because of the music, because of the emotions, because of the pure JOY. GOOD FOR YOU for having seen Bruce 13 times! You definitely understand. Not bragging, but my very first Bruce concert was on New Year's Eve of 1980 and it was EPIC. Since then, I have seen him 30 times with the last two times being on Broadway! I agree that your 14th and my 31st times cannot come too soon! Yes, Michael, my adult kids definitely keep me going through these difficult times. They also love going to live shows because we began taking them to concerts at very young ages and they now appreciate great music! Going to concerts with our daughters are some of life's peak experiences. I do hope that you see this since it has been 7 months since you replied to my comment. I hope that you are healthy, happy, and finding your way through all of this craziness and that you are not alone. And just because I need to say this to another who understands, BRUUUUUUUUUCE! Take good care!

[@angelsonthemountain321]

One for me and one for the other guy. Simple words to live by. Simple words capable of making us true human beings.

[@stampederfan]

Harry was a special person in my life LOVE him still

[@Celestino51]

Thanx Bruce for remembering Harry & his music... Love you BOTH...

[@janflewelling6277]

How far we've come away from the time Harry wrote about in this song and Bruce described so eloquently. It's sad to realize that as jaded as times may have seemed in the late 80's, we have managed to divide ourselves even more in the intervening years with the advent of virtual relationships instead of face to face conversations. Harry didn't live to see the transition, but Bruce still stands tall reminding us of how a just world could look.

[@kimberleyaddisonvandesteen8315]

Thank you Bruce, I remember when Harry band was stranded because of a snow storm and he still went on stage without them at Whiting Auditorium in Flint MI, he was a treasure, thank you for remembering him, he was a treasure

[@ogoshen]

I listen to this gem and the last 5 yrs lifts off my shoulders and brings me back to a time when life was a little simpler, a little more about music, and a little more about just a tune to make everything ok, even if just for a little while. Thanks Harry and thanks Bruce.

[@bramcurtis6900]

Should be listened to while drinking a dixie cup of home made wine.

[@Audiogeek-kf2ez]

Harry C, was the most talented song writer of the 70s, the story teller of my youth.

[@Trichardification]

I saw Harry with a friend of mine about 5 times in the 70s. We both loved Harry. Both are gone now.

[@gordonhawes2233]

Saw him with the love of my life she is gone now but the memory will never be

[@andrewbell2324]

I've spent the last 14 years in my room with no one to talk too. I think listening to Harry jim Croce and Gordon Lightfoot is the only thing that has kept me going this far. RIP Harry and Jim.

[@fenwayify]

If you like Croce, Lightfoot and Chapin, you'll probably like another Harry-Nilsson. He has/had the best voice of any of them and his lyrics pack a wallop...

[@christown2827]

Tim Buckley is another great songwriter who died way too soon.

[@tonylloy327]

And now, RIP Gordon as well 😥.

[@meetblackbird]

Can't beat Bruce just talking... Then he starts to sing and it's even better...

[@steveduncan9256]

One of the most beautiful songs and sentiments ever

[@CaptTom11]

We need this type of thinking today. Sadly it seems to be out of the reach of so many.

[@cathylynncoonan1727]

My son still remembers me always singing Harry’s ‘All My Life’s in Circles’ song at days end. When he was three he called it the ‘lullaby song.’ He’s thirty now…I remember going to Harry’s concerts. His stories are ours forever!

[@kevindoyle6831]

I sang “Circle” to my children at bedtime as well. Raised three new Harry Chapin fans.

[@sharonbussanmas3978]

Sounds like a song perfect for 2020.☮️💕👍

[@davidwhitton4963]

first time I really made effort to know about him and his music - touches my heart - and Springsteen's words touches my head ... wonderful

[@matt75hooper]

Met Harry many times. One time on Okemo Mt , Va after his concert. He set up his table right beside me. The table to sign autographs & kiss the girls. Elbow to elbow with Harry for 2 hours......chatting with him as he signed away........it was so awesome.

[@rickw]

Harry was the best storyteller that music has ever had. I was fortunate enough to have a beer with him at Aviano AB, Italy. not long before he was taken way too soon.

[@paulfraser6196]

I met Harry after a show and we talked and even though there was a crowd to meet him, I didn't feel rushed. It was like we were alone. Total focus. Awesome!

[@pkmatt3]

so beautiful are the words and what they represent today.

[@treeglidertas8336]

Absolutely outrageously good man. Got me through my navy duty when i was 20 years of age. Got a cd at a hard rock cafe and it saved my ass that day. 14 years later i am still thankful. Thats what matters Thanks boss for this interpretation of harry's nice piece of art

[@dmmchugh3714]

LOVE whenever Bruce gets on the harmonica.

[@heatheryovanoff6361]

Circle's the song that's followed me through my life. Hope you're good Harry, wherever you are X

[@michaelnorman3393]

Well done Bruce. Love both he, and Harry 💕

[@laurenslee3326]

Nice tribute by Springsteen but just reminds you how no one can convey the emotion of Chapin like Harry. R.I.P. Harry.

[@svetlanasmushko4172]

Thank your, Bruce. ❤

[@karenhall-gist6966]

great tribute to Harry and to our generation

[@sue450]

I did not know there was a tribute show..I miss harry.he died way too young..I saw him in concert a fer times...such a talent....

[@terrymercer9078]

Never heard that song. I listened a few times.Amazing!!

[@meone5112]

He do´s it so very good. That´s what is all about, make others look good, make them shine, and he makes them shine !

[@sadsack1956]

Saw Harry Chapin at Penn State DEC 76 and at Norfolk VA Chrysler Theater in July 77. FANTASTIC CONCERTS!! He had the audience in the palms of his hand. At PSU "Big John" told the crowd he was legally high on morphine!! The University Hospital pumped him with morphine since he dropped a very heavy amplifier on his foot. Help set the night. Many miss this "musical storyteller".

[@Kate9377]

BRAVO!!! sorry I missed this, but happy to know that Harry's vision lives on!

[@Bossladyone2]

Bruce *Remember When* Maybe we all need to commit *To Do Something* We need to get our focus back in focus and have a clear eye for the dirty ways of the world. God Bless You Bruce write a song to unite America again. Keep praying for The Eagle She is not dead yet!!!

[@russkeyser6166]

Very good... Thanks!!

[@yourteamsucks2136]

Harry Chapin. . .my hero.

[@dougtracia9758]

I remember giving Harry a Lucky Lager Beer when he played a concert at North Adams State College in 1977. He told me, "...that's the worst batch of wild animal piss I ever tasted....." Then he asked for another!!

[@luiscastro6552]

Sure sounds a lot like John Prine, whom we've also just lost. RIP, Gentlemen!

[@PALINSMITH]

I was at that concert with my wife. Moving.

[@OutlawPeteNJ]

PALIN SMITH ditto

[@markhoffmann4917]

Miss you Harry.

[@artcody4186]

big regret, I missed a Harry concert at USMA cause I had an engineering test the next today. I should have gone to the concert.

[@reneeherr4145]

Beautiful tribute to Harry

[@keefterry2155]

I miss Harry so much. What a man with a burden over hunger. Bruce Springsteen, I have not a bit of a use for.

[@bettytaylor1839]

Great music 🙏🏼🙏🏼✅👌🏽

[@themostization]

i miss harry wat a great guy

[@stuartsharp5135]

Lovely

[@indisputabledragon3466]

So very sad. Gone far too soon. He could’ve been here doing so much good in the world.

[@lcmab1992]

beautiful.

[@bobdionne4625]

Remember when the music Came from wooden boxes strung with silver wire And as we sang the words, it would set our minds on fire, For we believed in things, and so we'd sing. Remember when the music Brought us all together to stand inside the rain And as we'd join our hands, we'd meet in the refrain, For we had dreams to live, we had hopes to give. Remember when the music Was the best of what we dreamed of for our children's time And as we sang we worked, for time was just a line, It was a gift we saved, a gift the future gave. Remember when the music Was a rock that we could cling to so we'd not despair, And as we sang we knew we'd hear an echo fill the air We'd be smiling then, we would smile again. Oh all the times I've listened, and all the times I've heard All the melodies I'm missing, and all the magic words, And all those potent voices, and the choices we had then, How I'd love to find we had that kind of choice again. Remember when the music Was a glow on the horizon of every newborn day And as we sang, the sun came up to chase the dark away, And life was good, for we knew we could. Remember when the music Brought the night across the valley as the day went down And as we'd hum the melody, we'd be safe inside the sound, And so we'd sleep, we had dreams to keep. And I feel that something's coming, and it's not just in the wind. It's more than just tomorrow, it's more than where we've been, It offers me a promise, it's telling me "Begin", I know we're needing something worth believing in. Remember when the music Came from wooden boxes strung with silver wire And as we sang the words, it would set our minds on fire, For we believed in things, and so we'd sing.

[@MotorcycleImaging]

Awesome. No other words needed

[@davidhulkower7779]

i wish i had a chance to talk to harry more a good man .his daughter is a great child

[@michaelmccarty618]

We love you.

[@peternicholson233]

well done Sir

[@anneoneill-cz4jm]

😢 time sure flies

[@cad6th1]

I came because of Michael Moore's post

[@cathleencavanaugh2113]

I will miss him forever

[@paulreyes5810]

Happy birthday john denver too

[@christown2827]

Just listened to 'Mr Tanner' such a great song with a simple message "Follow your dreams but accept what faith has in store for you. Perhaps Las Vegas residency cancelling diva Adele might learn a valuable lesson if she listened to it.

[@thomasrowe9822]

Oh how well I remember

[@markkennedy4669]

Jj

[@voxsupreme]

Are some people in the audience Boooing this ..? Whatś going on? This was beautiful in every way, including Bruce's acoustic guitar through a proper microphone.

[@FelicitasRockawaythedays]

I've had that quite a couple of times already. When people chant Bruce, or the long version: Bruuuuuuuuuuuuuuce it sounds like booing on the recording but never is.

[@tonylloy327]

​@@FelicitasRockawaythedaysYep, it's "Brooooooooooooooooooooce" they're hearing.

[@bobdionne4625]

Not the kindest eulogy. But very honest. Harry Chapin would have respected that.

[@peternicholson233]

I never liked Bruce until this.

[@michaelnorman3393]

😄

[@KOSMICKEN09]

I've always loved Bruce. Born to run is one of the greatest albums ever

[@jeremybritton1579]

🤝❤️❤️

[@sysiphuscorinth]

so so so pissed off.. spent the last 4 hours chasing (alice) Rabbits (ref for the stoopid) but can't find an address or access..

[@KatBird27]

ummmm does anyone else think he looks like Scott baio?

[@peternicholson233]

wrong way around buddy

[@KatBird27]

@@peternicholson233 probably right, but I knew of Scott baio before of harry chapin

[@jamesfaulkner3849]

I love Harry!!!

[@cherylriceguzman2478]

Etu Brute

[@MegaBait1616]

Too bad Bruce has gone political............seen him many many times in the Stone Pony too............

[@chazzyb8660]

Umm, Bruce has always been political, a truly great man.

[@MegaBait1616]

@@chazzyb8660 , like his music but as a man he sucks.....

[@chazzyb8660]

I guess we'll have to agree to differ on that… Love and peace, love and peace.

[@ka4sxi]

I don’t agree with his political views but I have never seen or heard him be a jerk like DeNiro. He is always respectful in interviews even when he speaks about the politicians he disagrees with. Springsteen’s music is epic. He tells powerful stories in his songs. I won’t dislike his music because he has a different political opinion than me.

[@lauriebriggs9705]

His politics have always been liberal and if you do not see that in his music you haven’t even paying attention. “Born in the USA” is a perfect example.