That One Lyric

In this episode, we’re joined by Greg Leisz, another one of Jackson Browne’s band mates, and a multi-instrumentalist Grammy winner. We explore That One Lyric from Jackson Browne’s “Looking Into You” and the feeling it takes Greg back to, the alienation from his parents' generation, being pulled away and severed from it, “by your music, and your desire to get out of town.” Along the way, you’ll probably be surprised to learn that Greg and Jackson went to the same high school. You’ll learn: The records Greg was influenced by as a teenager How Greg’s mom insisted he take guitar lessons and how his parents were very worried that music carried a bad outcome While Jackson’s talents were apparent in high school, Greg and his friends were not going to parties or social events; they were listening to records in their bedrooms and learning how to play the songs How Greg expanded his musical talents beyond playing guitar The first performance where Jackson became aware of Greg’s musicianship Why Greg chose “Looking Into You” and why That One Lyric has stuck with him What it’s like to perform in Jackson’s band: “The fact that I get to play with this guy and that I can call him a friend at this stage in my life is a blessing that I can't say enough about.” If you love Jackson Browne, great songwriting, or a good behind-the-music story, this one’s for you.

We’re back with another season, and this one has been a lifetime in the making. This season, we’re joined by many of Jackson Browne’s bandmates and by other Grammy-winning musicians you know, all of them here to honor Jackson by choosing That One Lyric of his that impacted them. In this episode, meet Chavonne Stewart, one of Jackson’s two backup singers. Chavonne picked That One Lyric from Jackson’s song “I’ll Do Anything.” And as a special treat, Chavonne sings the lyric for us! The conversation takes us deep into the meaning of love, without keeping score. You’ll get a kick out of hearing how she and Jackson met, how they reinvent Jackson’s songs that are already part of music history, and how Jackson inspired Chavonne to start the nonprofit, Exposher, that mentors high school girls. Learn more about Exposher at https://exposherinc.org/

The host of That One Lyric podcast, Ted Canova, reveals the musician whose lyrics will be the focus of season 2: Jackson Browne. 

In this episode, you'll meet Joe from Exeter Township, Pennsylvania, whose mother struggled with Alzheimer's before passing away in 2020, almost to the day, four years later in 2024, that Bruce lost his mom after her fight with Alzheimer's. With Mother's Day approaching, it's fitting to pay tribute to both women in That One Lyric Joe chose from Springsteen's "The Wish," a lyric that pulls at your heart string, from the emotional words to the powerful silence.

In this episode, you'll meet Bud, another longtime fan with a tall tale of discovering Bruce in the mid 1970’s. Bud posed as a Springsteen imposter on the Auburn University campus and came face-to-face with Bruce and the band before the show and was invited backstage afterwards. Bud chose That One Lyric from a Springsteen’s “Thunder Road” in which the final lyric changed the trajectory of his life.

In this episode, you'll meet Michael, who became a Springsteen fan in the early 1970's after hearing his first Springsteen song and then seeing him perform in front of 100 people that very same night. Michael chose That One Lyric from Springsteen's "4th of July, Asbury Park (Sandy)" that celebrates summer filled with freedom and adventure, along with a desperate plea for love.  

In this episode, you'll meet Ian, a fan from Leeds in the UK. Ian chose That One Lyric from Springsteen’s “Long Time Comin’” that in just three words, helped him reconcile his past and now motivates him to be his best.

In this episode, you'll meet Tom, a fan from Chicago. Tom chose That One Lyric from Springsteen’s “Jungleland” that takes us back to a time in life that was adventurous and mysterious, a time that overflowed with the ideal of endless excitement.

In this episode, you'll meet Carlo from Milan, Italy. Carlo chose That One Lyric from Springsteen’s ”Across The Border” that explores the mystery of our lives, and poses THE question that makes all of us equal.

In this episode, you'll meet Tom from Dublin, Ireland. Tom chose That One Lyric from Springsteen’s “Terry’s Song” that provides comfort and solace during heartbreaking loses, and reminds us of the importance of holding tight to those shared memories.