"My Hometown" gave the "Born in the U.S.A." album its sense of place, a finale that pulled the frame in close — revealing a childhood memory, social and economic hardship, and the pull between staying and going. From the '84/'85 tour to last year's Land of Hope & Dreams tour, the song became one Bruce would return to again and again. As the last of seven top 10 singles from the LP, it peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard chart 40 years ago today. | Bruce Springsteen

MY HOMETOWN #CHARLESTON SC SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT!!!! I think I’m all out of tears 🥹……..wow wow wow!!!! I can’t even begin to describe how thankful I am for this tour. To meet you all in person means so much to me….I finally get to love on my Cousins! We truly are a family and I will never forget your faces. Special thanks to @bluebicyclebooks for having me. Matt Lee @theleebros thank you soooo much for moderating the event. Your words were heartfelt and I absolutely love my gift! My cookbook