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How Bruce Springsteen tackles truth, in song and memoir

Clip: 12/20/2016 | 9m 20s

Bruce Springsteen has been an American icon for decades, a working-class rock ‘n’ roll hero whose songs speak to millions of devoted fans. Now he’s telling his own story, looking back at his young, struggling and once little-known self. Springsteen sits down with Jeffrey Brown in a special two-part interview to discuss his new memoir, “Born to Run,” and more.

Aired: 12/20/16

Rating: NR

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