Bruce Springsteen Honors Minneapolis Victims at 'No Kings' Rally

The rock legend debuted his new protest song 'Streets of Minneapolis' at the politically charged event.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:33am

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Bruce Springsteen performed his new song 'Streets of Minneapolis' at a rally for the 'No Kings' movement in St. Paul, Minnesota on Saturday. Springsteen praised the 'power and solidarity' of the Minneapolis community, honoring victims Renee Good and Alex Pretti who he said were 'victims of violence.' The rock legend told the crowd the 'No Kings' movement is 'of great import right now' and that his upcoming tour will be 'political and very topical about what's going on in the country.'

Why it matters

Springsteen's decision to debut and repeatedly perform 'Streets of Minneapolis' at politically charged events demonstrates the power of music to amplify protest and memorialize those lost to violence. His choice to launch his new tour in Minneapolis also suggests the city holds particular significance for the artist and his message.

The details

Springsteen first performed 'Streets of Minneapolis' live on January 30 at a benefit concert at First Avenue in Minneapolis. The song was written in response to the ICE shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. At Saturday's rally, Springsteen specifically honored Good, a mother of three, and Pretti, a VA nurse, stating their 'bravery' and 'sacrifice' would not be forgotten.

  • Springsteen performed 'Streets of Minneapolis' on Saturday, March 29, 2026 at a rally in St. Paul, Minnesota.
  • Springsteen first debuted the song live on January 30, 2026 at a benefit concert in Minneapolis.
  • Springsteen and the E Street Band are scheduled to begin their 'Land of Hope and Dreams Tour' this Tuesday in Minneapolis.

The players

Bruce Springsteen

A legendary American singer-songwriter and rock musician known for his socially conscious lyrics and politically charged performances.

Renee Good

A mother of three who Springsteen said was a victim of violence in Minneapolis.

Alex Pretti

A VA nurse who Springsteen said was also a victim of violence in Minneapolis.

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What they’re saying

“This past winter, federal troops brought death and terror to the streets of Minneapolis, but they picked the wrong city.”

— Bruce Springsteen

“The No Kings movement is of great import right now, and performing a song with essential timing can elevate the moment.”

— Bruce Springsteen

What’s next

Springsteen and the E Street Band are scheduled to begin their 'Land of Hope and Dreams Tour' this Tuesday in Minneapolis. Springsteen told the Star Tribune that the tour 'is going to be political and very topical about what's going on in the country,' and that he intends to conclude the tour in Washington.

The takeaway

Springsteen's repeated performance of 'Streets of Minneapolis' at politically charged events demonstrates the power of music to amplify protest and memorialize those lost to violence. His choice to launch his new tour in Minneapolis suggests the city holds particular significance for the artist and his message of solidarity with marginalized communities.