'Born in the U.S.A.' is a powerful and often misunderstood song by Bruce Springsteen, released in 1984. While widely perceived as a patriotic anthem, its lyrics actually tell a darker story of a Vietnam War veteran facing hardship and disillusionment in his home country.
Born in the USA. And that's the music they always play in my cup. Not Born in the USA.
""Joe Rogan explicitly mentions the song 'Born in the USA' in the context of patriotic music, noting its depressing nature."