Any Other Way
“Any Other Way” is a soulful track performed by Bruce Springsteen, featured on his 2022 album Only The Strong Survive. This album marked a departure from Springsteen’s typical rock sound, as it consists entirely of soul covers—paying homage to the classic soul and R&B music that deeply influenced him.
Originally written by William Bell and popularized by Jackie Shane in the 1960s, “Any Other Way” is a song about heartbreak and resilience, told through a narrative of romantic rejection and inner strength. Springsteen’s rendition stays true to the spirit of the original while infusing it with his signature vocal style and emotional depth.
Only The Strong Survive showcases Springsteen’s versatility and reverence for musical history, with “Any Other Way” standing out as a highlight thanks to its rich horn arrangements, gospel-tinged backing vocals, and a compelling vocal performance that blends power with vulnerability.
This project not only underscores Springsteen’s admiration for soul music but also introduces a new generation of listeners to timeless classics through his interpretations.
Technical Details of “Any Other Way” by Bruce Springsteen:
Title: Any Other Way
Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Only The Strong Survive
Release Year: 2022
Genre: Soul / R&B (cover)
Duration: 2:53 minutes
Songwriters: William Bell, Don Davis
Producers: Ron Aniello, Bruce Springsteen
Recording Engineer: Rob Lebret
Recording Studio: Thrill Hill Recording, Colts Neck, New Jersey
Record Label: Columbia Records
Song Type: Cover (originally recorded by William Bell and later made famous by Jackie Shane)
Arrangement Style: Classic 1960s soul with rich horn sections, background vocals, and orchestral textures
Featured Instrumentation:
- Lead Vocals: Bruce Springsteen
- Horn Section: Trumpet, Saxophone, Trombone
- Backing Vocals: Female gospel/soul ensemble
- Drums, Electric Bass, Rhythm Guitar
- Piano and Hammond Organ
Mastering: Bob Ludwig
Mixing Engineers: Ron Aniello and Rob Lebret
Lyrics
“Here you come again, you say that you’re my friend
But I know why you’re here right now
She wants to know how I’ve been
Well, you can tell her that I’m happy
Tell her I’m doing great
Tell her I wouldn’t have it, no, no, no, no (no)
Any other way
People have been talking since we’ve been apart
When I pass I hear them whisper, there he goes with a broken heart
Now when she asks about me, this is what I want you to say
Tell her I wouldn’t have it, no, no, no, no, no
Any other way
That’s all I have to say, my friend
Now I think we better say goodbye
I think that you should go right now, or you might see a grown man cry
But when you see my baby, this is what I want you to say
Tell her (tell her) I wouldn’t have it, no, no, no, no, no (no)
Any other way
No, no, no
Tell her (tell her) I wouldn’t have it, no, no, no, no (no)
Any other way
Any other way, darling
I wouldn’t have it any other way
Not any other way, baby
No, no, no, no, no, no
I wouldn’t have it any other way
No, no, no, no, no, no
Not any other”
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