Bruce Springsteen - Nightshift [VERIFIED]

The accompanying music video, directed by Thom Zimny , features Springsteen performing with a dapper, reserved energy, emphasizing the lyrics with a slight shuffle and hand play. Critical and Live Reception

Originally written as an elegy for soul legends and Jackie Wilson —both of whom passed away in 1984—the song imagines a celestial "night shift" where these icons continue their craft. For Springsteen, the track was more than just a cover; it was a cornerstone of his project. He was so moved by the recording process that he, producer Ron Aniello , and engineer Rob Lebret dubbed themselves " The Nightshift " while completing the album. The Sound of "Nightshift" Bruce Springsteen - Nightshift

Choosing to leave his guitar behind, "The Boss" focused entirely on his singing, delivering what critics described as "crushed velvet" vocals. The accompanying music video, directed by Thom Zimny