Bruce Springsteen brings young fan up onstage to perform 'Growin' Up' with him

[@carsten04]

I like the facial expression on Mr Springsteen's face - so honest, full of joy and good mood. Extremely valuable...

[@MeredithAnne88]

No matter what happens from here, this young man will never forget this moment.

[@timolameree9427]

❤

[@mafkeezzz]

It might even gave him the purpose and willingness to make something more of his life than he anticipated for :)

[@kimgordon3695]

​@@mafkeezzznaw

[@boilerup9985]

​@mafkeezzz well tonight, I guess they're both just gonna have to settle for rock and roll (crowd goes wild)

[@FernandaRodrigues-xz5mx]

❤

[@julesdebarsham7935]

Do you think that may have made that young man’s entire life. How compassionate, how beautiful

[@bobdoerschuk7697]

To his dying day, this young man will never forget these moments. God bless Bruce Springsteen.

[@gailhancocks5207]

Are you telling me it wasn't arranged 😂😂😂😂😂

[@wisewoman2233]

Springsteen grew up poor. I was three years behind him in Jersey. His family could never have the house that my parents had, and my parents were not rich. He grew up in a half of a duplex in Freehold, miles to the south of me. I often went as a kid to NYC, a bus-ride away, and my mother loved the art shows in Greenwich Village. I love the picture of him, a teenager, standing outside the Cafe Wha? in the Village, and the carousel on his album is the one I used to ride at the shore. He's a solid Jersey guy, humble and thankful for his blessings. He is a remarkable talent in his craft, but in addition, I know that he has that Jersey heart of helping others and never getting too big for his britches. I don't know him personally, but I know him as a homeboy.

[@maytesancho7795]

Daría todo lo que tengo por conocerlo

[@marilynlovelady607]

He is just a lucky boy.

[@debraisgek]

Bruce looks like a proud grandfather who sees his grandson preform for the first time!

[@joanofarcxxi]

That boy will cherish this for th rest of his life. Sweet moment. I love The Boss! And great job, kid. Hugs.

[@americanpancakelive]

The composure this kid had. Can you imagine singing inches from the Boss's beautiful face.

[@buddhabeach9666]

Yes, really Cool, like he rehearsed for That moment all his life. I literally love most music, but Every Time I return to Bruce and the E Street.

[@rosegrammatico8724]

I really Love Bruce Springsteen.

[@ronnyl5773]

@BruceSpringsteen-rm8cj nobody like he is

[@kevindoerr7596]

This is the best thing I’ve seen in months. Rock n roll will never die. Lucky kid.

[@clivep500]

The world needs more Bruce Springsteens. He is such a truly wonderful bloke. And a great musician. Bravo!

[@victortorres1668]

Yes

[@mariajosecosta9895]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂❤❤❤❤

[@uliniebergall5799]

If this really was totally unprepared and unrehearsed, it is one of the most beautiful musical moments I have ever seen and heard in my life. And even if it were prepared, I don't care a bit, it still is most beautiful and absolutely magical.

[@joymccormick885]

Best I've ever seen

[@jeromesevy1112]

It's rehearsed he had this guy on before

[@cathyhardy6563]

Oh yeah? I wonder where that footage could be?@@jeromesevy1112

[@HughRapson]

Bruce is a rehearsed kind of guy. Master showman and wonderful at it. He leaves nothing to chance.

[@markv.5962]

lets see some proof. i dont believe it. this was real@@jeromesevy1112

[@victoriapalmer5146]

That is something that young man will never forget when he sitting in his rocking chair in his 90s he will still tell the story of the Bruce Springsteen concert. Thanks Bruce

[@ericsmith8708]

Yes. What a lovely memories I love this song Bruce did a lot of good songs. How are you Victoria ?

[@loudloveen]

I cried and smiled at the same time! What a magical moment this young man had!

[@jennarcis]

The guts this kid had! He will succeed at anything ❤

[@arizonadoowopper148]

The humanity & humility Bruce displays is part of what makes him the great entertainer he is.

[@m.a.c.8366]

so very well stated arizona doowopper, this is why Bruce is really the Boss'

[@tomcarpenter6686]

And that's always been the case. First time I saw him was 42 years ago today.

[@Honyakker]

Well put! He was and always will be The Boss.

[@vincentpeeters1157]

Back when you could still scream in each other's faces, those were the days

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@Honyakker ciao alex! Cone stai? 🙋‍♀️😊😘💘❤️

[@johnreed6495]

What a wonderful display of love and kindness. Bruce created a memory that the young man will never forget. BRAVO!

[@ChrisHayworth100]

Bruce once passed me busking, I was playing a version of hungry heart that I kinda come up with myself. Good musicians deserve that credit. Him and Patti left a decent tip. Ten minutes later he come back took me to a music shop and bought me a new guitar. He's a brilliant guy.

[@TheTayseen]

Wow really?

[@davidgilmour5429]

Yea sure lololol

[@teresalinton5898]

i love him

[@NOWtheband]

Beautiful.

[@Geotubest]

How cool is that!?

[@Mimibryant0123]

This brought a big smile and a great feeling. I love how this kid did so well and how Springsteen let him shine, what a moment. The kid did a great job of going with the flow, awesome!

[@davejones1959]

It is refreshing to see a young person with fantastic taste in music and on stage with a Rock and roll Hall of famer. This is a memory that will last a lifetime. Kudos to Bruce for making this possible.

[@philoo63]

Humility, kindness, coolness, Springsteen got it all. This young man must feel proud and lucky.

[@roningram5877]

Humility, kindness, coolness. We see that in people who are doing a good job of living.

[@coleweston6740]

When this kid is 80, he will look back on this as the greatest moment of his life

[@coleweston6740]

@Staying Sober thats awesome to hear bro. I'm super stoked that you had that experience and many more. Peace and love brother 🌼🤩🏄‍♂️

[@ryuined]

He prolly already does

[@beckyweaver5981]

Cole Weston He could be a talented musician too - u don’t know!

[@coleweston6740]

@@beckyweaver5981 that would be great. He could call himself the little boss of 😎

[@robertbaker201]

That's 4 sure!!!!

[@scott1lori282]

1st time watching & realized I'd been smiling the whole time.

[@neriozulberti1492]

None in the world do this ,two men on stage play together,for the boy you have played with the boss a remember for the life

[@michael_hf]

Same here :-)

[@patriciaderouin8820]

And even a few tears mixed in there.

[@roseharvey2664]

True

[@PortnoyEric]

Whenever I'm down I watch this. So amazingly joyous. The cure for depression?

[@this0033]

Bruce has a wonderful way of enacting with his audience. And nobody does it better.

[@halfdbsr3454]

Bruce’s reaction makes me so happy, but I’m also just so happy for this kid

[@jonathandunn3354]

In these particularly dark times that has just put the biggest smile on my face.

[@gnatjam]

Me too, Jonathan Dunn! This is awesome.

[@BeasleyStreet]

I couldn't agree more...

[@davidneves5240]

Me too!

[@93Jubilee]

Me too!!

[@paulbeucher8483]

This bring smile and tears. STAY AT HOME and keep your spirit up by viewing such great hearthfull moments. This is is the best cure known for that shit. For the moment, I hope...

[@gustenvarius80]

Love that man. Nothing fake about him, just so genuine through and through.

[@sparrowtheimmigrant6044]

gustenvarius80 amen to that brother

[@jonkenny2654]

Hes a complete aholes

[@TheFunkloft]

You clearlyt didn't read his autobiography. :D

[@joebloe1401]

What is fake about him is that he brought this kid up on stage a couple years before this, and is now pretending like he never met him before.

[@BCS1105]

The Funkloft Everything he mentioned in his autobiography that he said he did that was bad, he admitted it completely and told the flat out truth. He didn’t hide it or try to make it seem better than it was. He’s a genuine guy.

[@TheCynedd]

I have watched this video more than once and I still believe this is the classiest thing a world renowned musician has done for a young fan.

[@nancywall4894]

This had to be the absolute best day of this kids life! What a great job and thanks to Bruce for inviting him up on stage with him.❤

[@Merca230e]

What a fantastic kid. I´m almost lost for words. I hope Bruce told him "i wanna perform with you again".

[@marilyndelisle7314]

This is truly the Bruce we all know and love because of a simple act of kindness to a young man he let sing with him, and the young man sure knew Bruce's music, so we know Bruce Springsteen still impacts young singers today. This brings tears to my eyes but I still watch it over and over again

[@martinoneill2342]

yaiiuu

[@sartainja]

Amen, Marilyn.

[@alanjohnson2662]

Love your comment.

[@hamletarman6829]

Bruce Springsteen’s music has staying power. It is very American and sincere. He is very talented

[@colleenjasinski1155]

OMG me too...I totally teared up watching that!

[@mewzikmaestro]

I have passed the age of 50 now and these are dire times for humanity. This video and so many others of Bruce and the band and the fans are my well of sustenance, a place i can visit for positivity and hope.

[@patriciaderouin8820]

66 yr. old woman and agree...a total package with talent, charisma, down to earth and a crowd pleaser with a Family and kids and I believe a strong bond with all.

[@summerishere3124]

He gives his all, always has.

[@natalierampone9750]

Absolutely!!! Amen

[@byellisjohnson]

Bring it on!!! xox

[@shawnduffy3380]

Doing that this whole past week, sadness & joy intertwined. Bruce in a live version is indeed a religious like musical uplifting occurrence.

[@moviepotter]

Bruce made that boys life! He will never forget it

[@cattlewranglerwalsh116]

Come on he was an obvious plant and it was preplanned. I can't believe how stupid people are.

[@gloriatranchina1847]

How great was this kid?? Just went along with everything & he enjoyed every moment!! What a memory!

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello there,how are you doing today?

[@StuKuhlman]

What a humble kid, seriously so good, more parents like this please raising the next generation! Hats of to you mom and dad

[@nicoledonahoo5648]

It’s 2019 and I just can’t help breaking out in a stupid smile every time I watch this

[@tommcfadden5232]

Nicole donahoo thought I might be the only one.

[@clarepayne4992]

Yep me too.

[@johnnybaz959]

Me 3

[@matiascastro4875]

The same here!!!

[@JKentF]

Me too.

[@salortiz3528]

More musicians should do this. I bet this young man felt like he was on top of the world at this moment something he will never forget for the rest of his life

[@Teacherman1955]

Keith Urban did that for a fan, he let the fan come up on stage and sing a song with him. It's on here.

[@MyMomo17]

Dave Grohl does it all the time check it out.

[@tacoma5543]

Paul McCartney has been signing autographs on fans' skin on stage for quite awhile.

[@Mrciscoo]

No, he'll never forget it, I bet he's going to show this to his grandchildren in decades to come! Do as the Boss say's and keep practicing your pose:-]

[@oxfordmontello3281]

Nathan is a very talented singer ad musician. Check out his channel. Way more talented then most of todays "stars".

[@davidgrundy1468]

How effing awesome was that!!! Imagine being a parent of this young kid. The smile would stay for EVER!!!!!

[@Steelerhater37]

This kid lived my dream! I’m 58 now seen Bruce over 50 times waited and waited and waited after concerts for just a glimpse without any luck but man those shows!!! No one ever has or will ever perform live like The Boss! Get that selfie kid. Good one!

[@PBMASON]

That was brilliant Brought tears to this old man's eyes.

[@franckylibbrecht6103]

Don't worry, you're not alone...

[@andygrenn680]

I joined in too. A good cry!

[@jasonk1ng]

This is one of the coolest things I've seen.One moment in a young man's life has changed him forever...Just a beautiful thing

[@TomHunterChicago]

I can't imagine anything more exciting. What an absolute thrill for that young man. What Bruce Springsteen and the the E Street Band and their music mean to me is hard to put into words.

[@sonneversets3530]

I can relate. Been a fan nearly 5 Decades! Seen him at least 100x!♥ Best memories at any live show. And I’ve been to _hundreds_ of live shows!🎶👍💙

[@jane_7193]

This brought tears of joy in my eyes. This is the way to do it, open one´s heart toward others. I am so happy for this boy, and I bet Bruce has tears in his eyes watching this. Precious.

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello there,how are you doing today?

[@magscroft3760]

This was actually the Brisbane concert, Feb 2017. We chatted to Nathan after, lovely kid. It was the second time he'd been up on stage with Bruce. My kid had a sign also and wanted to play Born to Run with Bruce. Instead, he called my kid over at the end of the concert and offered up his harmonica. Had hoped to get footage from one of the many around us filming, but alas, a couple from NZ said they'd email it and never did. Such a great memory. Bruce is a truly gifted musician, singer and songwriter. It is so lovely of him to inspire the next generation with offering opportunities and gifting them instruments. God Bless him.

[@anneclark7069]

Aw, what a great memory but I’m sorry you don’t have the video.

[@andrewschiff914]

Wow this was just simply beautiful. Pure joy. Its the song. Hard for a 65 year old guy to play that song...even if he wrote it. But bring a kid up there and it bursts with life, and connects once generation to the next. Everytime I hear that song, I remember what it was like to be young, and I'm not young anymore.

[@attsealevel]

Same here Andrew. Me and my buddies used to all cram in my car come Saturday night. Tooled around till we found a party (or whatever else was goin on). Long as there were girls to meet, didn't much matter what we did. But we always had the Boss right there with us - lot of the time we'd be singing right along with him. Those were some great times.

[@tommcfadden5232]

An incredibly kind and wonderful thing to do.

[@ohioguy215]

When The Boss and band mates nod their heads in approval again and again, you know this kid nailed it!

[@CK-tm3lb]

It doesn’t get better than that. That video always brings happiness on difficult days.

[@NSWO4642]

I saw it for the first time today and I am absolutely thrilled. Bruce Springsteen in all openness and with the young man with all his courage and skill. I am blown away. Uniquely powerful. Great(!)ings from Germany to both of them!

[@georgiaobryan1543]

Bruce has a heart of gold!! This kid is great!!

[@saintdave4980]

People make music, Bruce makes memories

[@karenflynn8728]

Saint Dave Truly he does. Lookit Clarence’s nephew too.

[@oscarluisgarcia4970]

The Boss made, makes, and will make... History of the Rock and Roll.

[@anngranit4794]

Both

[@sohy79]

Fantastic! I was completely mesmerised. Bruce Springsteen inspiring a young one and making a memory for him. That is what legends are all about..

[@zedb3049]

I was there. This was magical .. everyone was smiling ear to ear

[@mariegilbert1033]

So was I and always remember this as the highlight!!

[@gavinnoyfb2666]

Same here, beautiful memories.

[@dianebloom]

I didn't get his name at the end when Bruce announced it. Did you? i'd love to follow him and see where he goes with his music!

[@sonneversets3530]

@@dianebloom Nathan ----? Just watch it again! I will.👍 Been a fan nearly 5 Decades! Seen him at least 100x!♥🎶

[@712rocketman]

This kid's taking a month-long vacation in the stratosphere right there. God bless you, Bruce.

[@derekwalters4980]

THAT WAS THE ABSOLUTE COOLEST EVER!! Bruce is such a generous man with his fans!

[@thomasmccormack1980]

What a guy! How can anyone dislike this. So heart warming!

[@shivering_sky]

He had the presence of mind to get the selfie at the end. This young man could go far. :-)

[@mariavergien8792]

Smiling***tears .....thank you for making this young man so happy. God Bless

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello,how are you doing,how is the weather treating you?

[@tonyjones1560]

That “kid” is a walking definition of what “preparation meeting opportunity” looks like. Outstanding!

[@dougieladd]

I get goosebumps when Bruce comes back in on guitar.... you can tell he has paid his dues in live performances....that kid is a very lucky kid.

[@dennissaintaubin717]

Look at the smile on Bruce’s face He loves it!!!! Great stuff

[@briankeenan5769]

And that's why he is The Boss

[@quidobritt6681]

He is the Boss, because he'd payed the entire crew, (stagebuilders, guards etc) and the 'touring band' (not E-street band) their paycheck. That's how it started a long long time ago. (Still is paying their paycheck ofcourse) Someone asking a question about something and the other guy answered with "ask the boss'. Since then, Bruce is 'the Boss' because he was their boss, they worked for him. That's all, that's how he once got that name. Fans took over 'the Boss' and it became a title.

[@laumur302]

@David Davidson What is the "dmc"? Are you attempting to imply that Springsteen is a puppet for the 'DNC'? Perhaps you should get some education before you open your mouth.

[@bartdereu9267]

@David Davidson Then i can only imagen who's bitch you are. Wanker.

[@nool1236]

Amen.

[@oneiyorky]

QuidoBritt Almost, but not quite right. He actually got the nickname while playing clubs with a band called Earth in the late 60s and he had to collect the band's fee from club owners and distribute it among the band afterwards.

[@Rags722]

This just raised my happy level about 100%. June 2020 and in the middle of the Covid19 pandemic. To see something like this just gave me the best smile in months!

[@kieutrinhwindsor8664]

Made me smile too but with lots of happy tears pouring down.

[@MiniSkuse]

"Little did he know, it was just the beginning"

[@DeuceDevil]

Now it's 2022 and this just put a smile on my face also.

[@Rags722]

@@DeuceDevil And now, it just did it again thanks to you dropping a reply in Jan 2022!

[@jonesjoy834]

Welche Pandemie

[@toddbarsness741]

Thats why Bruce is so cool...he loves to share his talent with old and new fans of any age...he is the best!

[@danmcguire7728]

Simply stated, bottom line, the best example of generosity, a dream to come true and a man as large as Bruce being just a kind, beautiful and a person of simple humanity. It just does not get any better than this, ever.

[@emmadalrymple4102]

How awesome was it that this very talented young man had the true appreciation for Bruce's music, and got to play onstage with him! Chance of a lifetime!

[@livemusicloverLyn]

Bruce is such a generous soul. Thank God for Bruce Springsteen. Watching during lockdown, something to warm our hearts.

[@MrsMuir-yp7kw]

That was beautiful! Put a smile on my face . Lovely that a young kid knew that song. Thanks to Bruce for giving him that opportunity he will cherish that memory for ever

[@patriciajrs46]

For sure.

[@wmojica724]

THIS is why he will ALWAYS be The Boss!!! Brings tears of joy to my face

[@--Harley]

One of the Classiest entertainers of our time, thank you Bruce for the decades of amazing music and for just being you!

[@philippaholmes4438]

one of the greatest moments of this kid's life ... as is being at a Springsteen concert ... brings a tear to my eye ... a wild ride 😀

[@stelvans]

Bruces face is a delight when he realises the kid can do it.

[@tomperkins5657]

EXACTLY!

[@chrisp4170]

0:50 secs Priceless. The kid will remember that forever....

[@robinsteck3712]

I lost my husband, best friend and soulmate to COVID19 April 3rd. He introduced me to Bruce Springsteen music when we started dating over 18 years ago. Im so sad for the state our country is in and the huge whole in my heart for his loss. However, Bruce's music helps get me through. ;)

[@roadeyerob]

@Guy Meister I agree - too much on the line, but still pretty sweet.

[@cattlewranglerwalsh116]

@Guy Meister Spot on my thoughts exactly.

[@paulhaffern4734]

You are either a Springsteen fan or not. I am. Since the mid-70's. He is glorious. As for the kid, he smashes it with Bruce at his side. Wonderful. A few artists today could learn from Bruce. Keep going fella.

[@vinewood8295]

Bruce was sooo impressed that he had a young fan like that who knew his music, kid did a great job...

[@donnydelk3097]

I circle back to this video every free months and to me, it still holds up. This was an amazing gesture by one of the best in the business. Thank you, Mr. Springsteen, for making this young man's night... WOW !!!!

[@martinking4476]

Bruce a true legend and his fame and fortune hasn't changed him at all. What a precious memory captured on film that young lad has forever.

[@priscillakramer6310]

Hit the nail right in the head about Bruce! Gotta love him!😘

[@annehersh8374]

This is precious. If you weren't a Bruce fan before, you absolutely become one after watching this. And if you already were, well, this reconfirms how fabulous he is.

[@davidmoore1517]

Hello there,how are you doing today?

[@FenderTele]

This is Gold! Stevie comes across and smiles its like this guy has it down. Bruce is beaming from ear to ear and then the band kicks in sublime!

[@errevea]

He don’t just bring him up to sing. It was more than that!!! ❤

[@sueandpatrick]

this memory will live in that teen's spirit forever - wonderful!

[@derrickmurphy7729]

The world has had such great musicians over the yrs but I really believe that Bruce stands out alone and nobody ever may touch him or even come close to him he is really a true gem indeed very few have what he has.god bless him.

[@miseryscrown60]

Seen this a couple of times everytime i do, i get cramps in my face and my heart is jumping in joy! One of the things that really lifts me up is Bruces passion, story, soul, commitment and ability to send his energy and love to the crowd and his fans. Love it! Goosebumps everytime man...

[@jimkobler8434]

Loved it !!!! The Boss takes time to bring someone up on stage like that,... he remembers his beginning too. And,...Especially when the band joined in and made it BIG!

[@ShiftyC1202]

Ok. That was freakin cool. Kid was calm as hell. I’d be freakin out

[@TheBaseballGuy9]

Same here. Knowing the chords is one thing, I have no idea how you could keep it together to play onstage with The Boss in front of tens of thousands of people.

[@monzarace]

Bruce is an amazing artist and so inviting and giving. Thanks Bruce! A listener for decades. Kind regards, Jacques

[@alexelliot1241]

The kid was fantastic, but I just collapsed into tears when he took the selfie at the end. Perhaps he didn't realize that a million of us would have already seen his debut on KZbin.

[@TheStuport]

Love how The Kid has his shirt sleeves cuffed up just like The Boss would at that age!

[@jefferygoodman9928]

In these truly horrific times worldwide everyone who has access to the web should watch this every day coz u can’t help but smile and shed some tears of joy at the same time. That’s the Bruce we’ve all known and loved for so long. Thx. for posting.

[@alexpodesta4707]

This young man will never forget this moment !

[@mobiz711]

How the hell was that kid so composed?! That was a pure joy to watch.

[@roningram5877]

How was he so composed? Some people are like that. It's a very good day when you meet one of them.

[@DancinDavio]

youth,,,,1!

[@petermills542]

@@roningram5877 I think I saw that he'd brought his own guitar pick ? That's confidence !

[@ryanwakley1640]

@@petermills542 that's the pic Bruce gave him last time he saw him live

[@mobiz711]

@USA#1 !! Even if the kid knew he was going up there, HE WAS A NOVICE SINGING WITH BRUCE F'ING SPRINGSTEEN," in front of thousands of fans, even a leprechaun, or worse, a troll like yourself would piss their pants.

[@davepressland1334]

I'm not normally a fan of hand-held concert videos by audience members (even though I've done it meself!). And I'm not normally a fan of allowing audience members up on stage. But this is too beautiful for words! An amazing experience for an obviously talented young man and such a wonderful thing for Bruce to do. Truly the Boss.

[@flarrfan]

Bruce does it all the time...Kids as young as three and four to sing Sunny Day with him, fans who dance on stage with him and the other band members on Dancing in the Dark...I just watched a hilarious compilation video of dozens of fans dancing on stage. No other performer like him!

[@pktdbgnzwl]

Bruce's smile says so much about how he felt up there with that kid. That was f fantastic.

[@colleenjasinski1155]

This is why I love this man...Few musicians that I know of do this and Bruce does it more often than most.

[@paulamtl]

I saw Bruce live when I was young, and he was as awesome then as he is now. Seeing this video and watching it over again brought tears to my eyes. This boy knows his music and can go far if he continues. I am certain that moment in time will give him the something that he needs to move up there. What a memory. I have had mine, but not like that.

[@Onedavemore]

Why am I crying? Maybe 'cuz its deep into 2020 and I need just a little of that human touch. Also this kid killed it. What a beautiful moment.

[@annkramer3704]

More than. halfway through 2023, and THIS is the kind of JOY we so desperately need MORE of !!!!

[@Moishgil]

What impact do you think that experience had on that kid's life??? WOW.

[@CR41489]

A man and artist with real character and class. Bruce is great. He gave that young man memories he’ll never forget. 👍

[@ednunez9689]

What a moment for that young man, something he'll never forget the rest of his life!

[@ThePearcider]

everybody keeps saying that this kid, Nathan, will never forget his moment. But nobody appreciate how good and confident the lad is. On guitar, vocally. And brave. Not being intimidated by being in presence of the Superstar and his personal hero. I find this boy amazing. his family must be overhelmingly proud of him.

[@jayelliott7278]

You know who's brave? Springsteen. A legendary star who does not hesitate to share the stage with kids as young as three or four years old to sing his heart out, along with them.

[@susancoffey9632]

@@jayelliott7278Bruce always takes time during his concerts to encourage kids. It’s nice to see.

[@peterdoyle872]

Bruce is one of the good guys