Jeremy Allen White Lost His Voice After Singing Iconic Bruce Springsteen Hit

Jeremy Allen White pushed himself to the limit while channelling Bruce Springsteen for his latest role—so much so that he actually lost his voice.

In his new feature for PEOPLE, the 34-year-old actor opened up about the challenges of portraying the music legend in 'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere,' directed by Scott Cooper. The upcoming biopic explores a young Springsteen's creative journey as he recorded and released his 1982 album 'Nebraska.'

Jeremy Allen White on Recording 'Born in the U.S.A.'

White admitted that his preparation time for the demanding role was short, leaving him little opportunity for formal vocal training before stepping into Springsteen's shoes. When the time came to perform the rock icon's 1984 hit 'Born in the U.S.A.' on camera, the actor found himself unprepared for the sheer power required to deliver the song authentically.

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According to Jeremy Allen White, his main goal was to capture the emotional honesty behind Springsteen’s lyrics rather than achieve a perfect vocal imitation. He wanted his performance to reflect the truth and grit embedded in Springsteen's music, hoping audiences would connect with the raw emotion even if his voice didn't sound exactly like The Boss's.

However, replicating the intensity of Springsteen's voice proved to be tougher than expected. Unlike Springsteen, who developed his sound over years of performing in small venues and perfecting his technique under imperfect conditions, White had only months to train. Without that endurance, he found himself straining to hit the song's powerful notes. During the recording of 'Born in the U.S.A.,' Jeremy Allen White ended up losing his voice for several days—a sign of just how physically demanding the performance had been.

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While 'Born in the U.S.A.' wasn't part of the 'Nebraska' tracklist, the song's origins trace back to that same creative period. Springsteen wrote and recorded an early demo while working on 'Nebraska' at home with just his acoustic guitar. Although he would later rework it with the E Street Band for his 1984 album, 'Born in the U.S.A.', he first released 'Nebraska'—a haunting, stripped-down collection that earned critical acclaim and solidified his reputation as one of America’s most introspective songwriters.

'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere' captures this pivotal chapter in Springsteen's career, illustrating how his minimalist approach on 'Nebraska' laid the groundwork for his later commercial success.

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To prepare for the role, Jeremy Allen White also learned to play guitar—despite having no prior experience. He described his first lessons as a humbling experience, struggling to understand chord positions and finger placement. Over seven months, he dedicated himself to daily practice, gradually developing the skills and confidence needed to embody one of rock's greatest performers.

With its blend of raw emotion, musical history, and human vulnerability, 'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere' promises to showcase both Bruce Springsteen’s artistry and Jeremy Allen White's remarkable transformation. The film premieres in theatres on 24th October.

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