Bruce Springsteen has won the 2021 Woody Guthrie Prize, which is given to an artist seen as carrying on the spirit of the folk singer whose music focused on the plight of the poor and disenfranchised.
Guthrie, who grew up in Okemah, Oklahoma, was one of the most important figures in American folk music and penned hundreds of songs, including some that The Boss has performed over the years.
“Woody wrote some of the greatest songs about America’s struggle to live up its ideals in convincing fashion,” Springsteen said in a statement.
#BruceSpringsteen will accept the 2021 Woody Guthrie Prize. @Springsteen will be recognized for his work continuing Woody’s legacy in a virtual members-only event on May 13. For more information on the event and becoming a member, go to https://t.co/uCpxwucTQi. pic.twitter.com/CywB8WvbOc