Bruce Springsteen - Cadillac Ranch Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the inspiration behind the title 'Cadillac Ranch'?

   'Cadillac Ranch' is inspired by a public art installation in Amarillo, Texas, featuring ten Cadillacs buried hood-first in the ground. Bruce Springsteen uses this imagery as a metaphor for the transience of life and how even once-elite items can become expendable.

2. Who performed notable covers of 'Cadillac Ranch'?

   Notable covers of 'Cadillac Ranch' include performances by Warren Zevon during his 1982 tour, Status Quo (though it was initially cut from their 1983 album Back to Back), and The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on their 1984 album Plain Dirt Fashion.

3. Which famous NASCAR driver is mentioned in the song?

   The song mentions Junior Johnson, a renowned NASCAR driver from the '50s and early '60s who won the second Daytona 500 in 1960 and was one of the pioneers of drafting methods in racing.

4. What role does Clarence Clemons play in 'Cadillac Ranch'?

   Clarence Clemons contributes a standout saxophone solo that adds to the rockabilly influence and exuberant feel of 'Cadillac Ranch.' His performance is often highlighted as one of the key elements that make the song so lively and fun.

5. In which albums or compilations has 'Cadillac Ranch' appeared?

   'Cadillac Ranch' originally appeared on Bruce Springsteen's album The River. It has also been covered and included in various other albums such as Warren Zevon's live broadcast from Capitol Theatre, Status Quo's Back to the Beginning (1999), and The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's Plain Dirt Fashion (1984) and Live Two Five (1991).