Bruce Springsteen Joins Anti-Ice Show in Minneapolis: Sometimes You Have to Kick Them in the Teeth

Published: Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:16 am

Bruce Springsteen Joins Benefit Concert in Minneapolis, Performs Anti-ICE Anthem

Minneapolis witnessed a powerful display of solidarity and protest on Friday as Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at a benefit concert organized by Tom Morello. The event, held at the First Avenue club, was titled "A Concert of Solidarity & Resistance to Defend Minnesota!" and aimed to raise funds for the families of individuals fatally shot by ICE agents.

Springsteen's performance marked the first live rendition of his protest song, "Streets of Minneapolis," which denounces the killing of unarmed U.S. citizens and federal tyranny. The song was met with enthusiastic cheers from the audience, who raised their fists in the air and chanted "ICE Out now!" Morello joined Springsteen on stage for a performance of "The Ghost of Tom Joad."

Before performing the song, Springsteen shared that he wrote and recorded "Streets of Minneapolis" and sent it to Morello. The guitarist's response, "Bruce, nuance is wonderful, but sometimes you have to kick them in the teeth," underscored the concert's message of resistance.

The concert was organized in response to the actions of ICE agents. Morello's statement announcing the concert condemned what he described as the rise of fascism and called for resistance.

BNN's Perspective:

While the right to protest and express dissent is a cornerstone of American democracy, it's important to approach such events with a balanced perspective. The issues raised by the concert, including the actions of ICE, are complex and require thoughtful consideration. While the passion of the performers and attendees is evident, it's crucial to engage in respectful dialogue and seek solutions that uphold both justice and the rule of law.

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