20 Awesome Bruce Springsteen Tracks You've Never Heard

6. Take 'Em As They Come

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81eLgklGkVU This River outtake sounds like it's straight out of a 1980s movie montage. That's a good thing, of course, but the question must be asked: how did this one not find its way onto finished double album? This track, about a guy doing whatever it takes to protect his girl, is a total fist-pumper. The song's final line 'I swear I'll take 'em baby when they come' is a surprisingly chilling end to such an empowering song.