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Jeff Bridges’ 14 favourite songs
Jeff Bridges has named 14 favourite songs in a playlist reflecting his long-standing connection to music and the people he has worked with. His choices span folk and roots music, including songs by friends and collaborators, as well as a track he performed for *Crazy Heart*.
Bridges selected Tom Waits’ ‘Never Let Go’ and Bob Dylan’s 1965 recording of ‘Maggie’s Farm’, which he called a “very precious, wonderful song”. The list also includes music by Greg Brown, Ryan Bingham and John Goodwin, a childhood friend, and ‘Fallin’ and Flyin’’, written by Stephen Bruton and Gary Nicholson and sung by Bridges and Colin Farrell for *Crazy Heart*. Bridges won an Academy Award for his performance in the film and also performs with his band, Jeff Bridges and the Abiders.
In short
- Jeff Bridges shared a list of 14 favourite songs.
- His picks include Tom Waits and Bob Dylan.
- The playlist reflects friendships and his work on *Crazy Heart*.
Explained simply
Jeff Bridges is an American actor whose career includes the 2009 film Crazy Heart, in which he played a country singer. He won an Academy Award for the role and performed songs in the film, including “Fallin’ and Flyin’” with Colin Farrell.
Music has also been part of Bridges’ life outside acting: he performs with his band, Jeff Bridges and the Abiders. His choices include songs by established musicians such as Tom Waits and Bob Dylan, alongside work by friends and collaborators, including childhood friend John Goodwin.
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