In addition to performing his own compositions, the legendary Bruce Springsteen has, throughout his career, covered numerous songs by artists he admired – his personal heroes – both in full renditions and brief snippets, giving his fans the pleasure of hearing these iconic tunes performed with Springsteen’s usual mastery. Collected here are the original versions of the songs he has covered most frequently with his band, offering a clear window into the wide range of Springsteen’s musical influences. These span R&B, rock and roll, doo-wop, Elvis Presley, Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, the Isley Brothers (whose “Twist and Shout” – also famously recorded by The Beatles – Springsteen performed at least 483 times), and many more. Presented here are the original versions of 23 of his most covered songs, representing a true tribute to the music that influenced and shaped him.

1. Woody Guthrie - This Land Is Your Land
2. The Louvin Brothers - Satan’s Jeweled Crown
3. Johnny Cash - I Walk The Line
4. Elvis Presley - Follow That Dream
5. Buddy Holly - Not Fade Away
6. Chuck Berry - Around And Around
7. Jerry Lee Lewis - Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On
8. Eddie Cochran - Summertime Blues
9. The Drifters - Up On The Roof
10. Maurice Williams And The Zodiacs - Stay
11. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
12. Roy Orbison - Crying
13. Isley Brothers - Twist And Shout
14. The Contours - Do You Love Me
15. Barrett Strong - Money
16. Booker T. & The Mg’s - Green Onions
17. John Lee Hooker - Boom Boom
18. Bo Diddley - Mona
19. Little Richard - Lucille
20. The Crickets - I Fought The Law
21. Richard Berry - Have Love Will Travel
22. Mickey And Sylvia - Love Is Strange
23. Pete Seeger & The Weavers - Pay Me My Money Down