What is the name of Bruce Springsteen's most famous song?

Bruce Springsteen's most famous song is commonly identified as “Born to Run.” Released in 1975, it was the title track and lead single from his third studio album, Born to Run, and became his signature song.

Springsteen began developing the song after writing down the phrase “Born to Run” while traveling in Tennessee. Its lyrics combine romance, cars, highways, and the desire to escape, while the dense, dramatic production helped define Springsteen's early rock sound. The song became his first U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Top 40 hit, reaching No. 23.

“Dancing in the Dark” is another major Springsteen hit and achieved a higher chart position, so some listeners may choose it when asked for his biggest song. “Thunder Road” and “The River” are also highly regarded. However, “Born to Run” is the standard canonical answer because it is widely described as Springsteen's signature song and remains central to his live performances.