Who’s The Boss?
Did Bruce Springsteen say this line or was it someone else with Pennsylvania ties?
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Philly’s love for Springsteen is no secret. But he’s not the only guy with a famous quote or lyric around these parts.
Ahead of his upcoming tour stops, we thought we’d put your skills to the ultimate test.
Are these quotes from The Boss himself? Or is another figure with local ties responsible? Try your hand below and let us know how you score.
Question 1 of 21
“Spend your life waiting for a moment that just doesn’t come. Well, don’t waste your time waiting.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
YES, this is a line from “Badlands.”
Question 2 of 21
“I had a lot of growing up to do. A lot of times, I learned the hard way.”
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This is a quote from NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson.
Question 3 of 21
“I hold you in my arms as the band plays. What are those words whispered, baby?”
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YES, this is a line from “Brilliant Disguise.”
Question 4 of 21
“But the house is haunted and the ride gets rough. You’ve got to learn to live with what you can’t rise above.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
YES, this is a line from “Tunnel of Love.”
Question 5 of 21
“Marching band playing, I’m lost in the lights. American glory faded before me.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
This is from Taylor Swift’s “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince.”
Question 6 of 21
“The will to win is nothing without the will to prepare to win.”
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This is a quote from former Eagles linebacker Jeremiah Trotter.
Question 7 of 21
“It’s a town full of losers and I’m pulling out of here to win.”
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YES, this is a line from “Thunder Road.”
Question 8 of 21
“Lost your luster, no glitter in the light. Fickle friend with an axe to grind.”
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This is from Tigers Jaw’s “Cat’s Cradle.”
Question 9 of 21
“Runnin’ toward the light on the shoulder of a dream.”
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This is from Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties’ “Runnin’ Toward the Light.”
Question 10 of 21
“I’m a ghost walking on an empty street. No name anymore, no need to call for me.”
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This is from Lucy Dacus’ “The Shell.”
Question 11 of 21
“I got a bad desire. Oh, I’m on fire.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
YES, this is a line from “I’m On Fire.”
Question 12 of 21
“I’ve always felt like all their pomp and circumstance is just cover for the devil to dance.”
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This is from The Menzingers’ “America (You’re Freaking Me Out).”
Question 13 of 21
“God have mercy on the man who doubts what he’s sure of.”
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YES, this is a line from “Brilliant Disguise.”
Question 14 of 21
“She waits tables on the weekdays, picks up any shift she can.”
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This is from Aaron West and The Roaring Twenties’ “Rosa & Reseda.”
Question 15 of 21
“Well, it’s never too late, so come on, girl. The tables are waiting.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
YES, this is a line from “Roll of the Dice.”
Question 16 of 21
“Like a river that don’t know where it’s flowing, I took a wrong turn and I just kept going.”
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YES, this is a line from “Hungry Heart.”
Question 17 of 21
“So Casey, Casey, Casey, just tell me when you’re ready.”
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This is from The Menzingers’ “Casey.”
Question 18 of 21
“She said ‘James, get in, let’s drive.’ Those days turned into nights.”
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This is from Taylor Swift’s “Betty.”
Question 19 of 21
“And Sandy, the aurora is risin’ behind us.”
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YES, this is a line from “4th of July, Asbury Park (Sandy).”
Question 20 of 21
“That flag flying over the courthouse means certain things are set in stone.”
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YES, this is a line from “Long Walk Home.”
Question 21 of 21
“Real freedom means that no matter who you are, who you love, what you look like, or who you do or do not pray to — you belong in Pennsylvania.”
CorrectIncorrect. XX% of other readers got this question right.
This is a quote from Gov. Josh Shapiro.
Staff Contributors
- Reporter: Emily Bloch
- Editors: Molly Eichel & Bedatri D.Choudhury
- Digital Editor: Evan Weiss