At the flagship No Kings rally in St. Paul on Saturday, Bruce Springsteen took the stage and performed Streets of Minneapolis, a song tied closely to the political tension surrounding the event.
The March 28 gathering at the Minnesota State Capitol was part of a wider national day of protest. Organizers framed the rally as a response to Trump administration policies, with immigration enforcement and the war in Iran among the issues driving turnout. Springsteen’s appearance placed one of rock’s most recognizable voices at the center of that message.
The song itself carries a direct connection to Minnesota. It was written in response to the deaths of two Minneapolis residents, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, whose killings during federal enforcement actions became a flashpoint for outrage in the state.
Springsteen was joined at the event by other high-profile figures, including Joan Baez, Jane Fonda, and Bernie Sanders. The St. Paul rally was expected to draw one of the largest crowds in the country, making it a major stage for both protest and performance.