I Wanna Marry You
Bruce Springsteen · Collection 1973-1984 [2010]
Pushing that baby carriage at your feet
I see the lonely ribbon in your hair
Tell me I am the man for whom you put it there
You never smile girl, you never speak
You just walk on by, darlin' week after week
Raising two kids alone in this mixed up world
Must be a lonely life for a working girl
CHORUS
Little girl, I wanna marry you
Oh yeah, little girl, I wanna marry you
Yes I do
Little girl, I wanna marry you
Now honey, I don't wanna clip your wings
But a time comes when two people should think of these things
Having a home and a family
Facing up to their responsibilities
They say in the end true love prevails
But in the end true love can't be no fairytale
To say I'll make your dreams come true would be wrong
But maybe, darlin', I could help them along
CHORUS
My daddy said right before he died
That true, true love was just a lie
He went to his grave a broken heart
An unfulfilled life, makes a man hard
Oh, darlin'
There's something happy and there's something sad
'Bout wanting somebody, oh so bad,
I wear my love darlin', without shame
I'd be proud if you would wear my name
About I Wanna Marry You
"I Wanna Marry You" is a standout track from Bruce Springsteen's 1984 album *The River*, released in its original form on the 2010 compilation *Collection 1973-1984*. The song exemplifies Springsteen's signature blend of rock and roll energy and introspective storytelling, capturing the restless spirit of a young man navigating the complexities of love and ambition in the 1970s. With its driving rhythm and Springsteen's characteristic vocal delivery, the recording serves as a pivotal moment in his discography, reflecting the themes of youth, desire, and the search for identity that permeate much of his work from this era. The track remains a staple of his live performances, showcasing his enduring ability to connect with audiences through authentic, emotionally resonant music.