Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Streets Of Minneapolis’ Surges to #1 in 19 Countries on iTunes, With Official Lyric Video Nearing 2 Million Views

Alamogordo, NM — January 30, 2026 — Bruce Springsteen’s urgent new protest single “Streets Of Minneapolis” continues its meteoric rise, claiming the No. 1 spot on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 19 countries just two days after its January 28, 2026 release. The track’s rapid dominance spans the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Denmark, France, Germany, Austria, Norway, and more, with strong top-10 showings in additional territories including the Netherlands, Italy, and Sweden.

The song—written by Springsteen on January 24 in response to reported events in Minneapolis involving federal enforcement, protests, and the deaths of Renée Good and Alex Pretti—was recorded January 27 and released the following day. Springsteen dedicated it explicitly “to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.” The lyrics sharply critique authority, naming “King Trump’s private army from the DHS,” racial profiling in deportations, “smoke and rubber bullets,” and the loss of life on “snow-filled streets,” while the chorus pledges to “remember the names of those who died on the streets of Minneapolis.”

The official audio release on YouTube has surpassed 3.9 million views and 302,000 likes in under 48 hours. Adding to the momentum, the official lyric video—directed and edited by Thom Zimny with production footage by Pam Springsteen and Zimny—has racked up nearly 2 million views since its upload on January 29. The visual pairing of stark protest imagery with the song’s raw lyrics has amplified its emotional impact, drawing widespread praise in the comments section.

International fans have flooded both videos with messages of solidarity, gratitude, and tears. Comments reflect global support for Minneapolis residents, with heartfelt notes from Germany, Norway, France, Canada, Australia, the UK, Chile, Poland, the Czech Republic, and beyond. Many describe the track as a modern protest anthem in the spirit of Woody Guthrie or Pete Seeger, calling it “just what we needed,” “a ray of hope,” and “the Good American” speaking truth to power.

Springsteen’s official website and social channels frame the quick composition and release as an immediate artistic stand against what he calls “state terror” in the city. Media coverage has been swift: Forbes highlighted the U.S. iTunes takeover, NBC News noted its lead over major artists like Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift, and multiple outlets confirm the 19-country iTunes chart sweep.

Listen to the official audio here:

Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)

Watch the official lyric video here:

Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Lyric Video)

As a national strike looms in protest of the depicted events, and with the arrests of journalists such as Don Lemon, the US is reaching a breaking point, "Streets Of Minneapolis” is solidifying its place as a defining cultural response of early 2026—channeling Springsteen’s lifelong commitment to social justice into a powerful, timely call for remembrance and resistance.

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