It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City

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It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City
It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City

It's so hard to be a saint in the city - It's So Hard to be A Saint in the City

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This is the sound of youth, swagger, and raw ambition. Straight off Bruce Springsteen’s debut album Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. (1973), “It’s so hard to be a saint in the city” introduced the world to a young Jersey poet with a chip on his shoulder and fire in his veins. This line isn’t about religion — it’s about survival, style, and refusing to play small.

Now immortalized in Springsteen’s own handwriting, this shirt is a nod to the hungry heart of the early days. The lyric hits just as hard today — maybe even harder. Especially for fans who still carry that young energy, that edge, that need to be more than what the world expects.

Take it with you to the 2025 tour — to Berlin, where the lyric echoes off the concrete; to Liverpool, where grit and greatness collide. This isn’t just a shirt. It’s a declaration.

Made with soft, breathable cotton and a comfortable unisex fit, it’s perfect for late-night wanderings, train rides into town, or standing front row in Marseille hoping Bruce goes deep into the catalog.

Saints are hard to find. But the city’s still ours. Wear the fight.

Care instructions:

  • Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
  • Non-chlorine: bleach as needed.
  • Tumble dry: low heat
  • Iron: steam or dry, medium heat.

Do not dry-clean.

This Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee features a crew neck and tailored fit. Crafted from incredibly soft, proprietary Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, the Bella+Canvas 3001 shirt is built for comfort, with a smooth surface.  

It's 25% cleaner, as Bella+Canvas go the extra mile to remove more impurities from the cotton fibers. This meticulous process results in an exceptionally soft and smooth shirt, providing the perfect surface for printing.

The luxurious feel of our cotton is not only a treat for the senses but also ensures exceptional comfort against the skin. The BELLA+CANVAS 3001 tee maintains its softness and shape even after countless wears, making it a favorite choice for those seeking long-lasting quality.

Features: Side-seamed. Classic fit. Unisex sizing. Shoulder taping. Pre-shrunk.

Fabrication: 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 32 singles, 4.2 oz. 

Ash: 99% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester.

Sizes: XS-3XL

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From the album: Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.

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