Fender has never shied away from his admiration for the "Boss," often acknowledging the inevitable comparisons drawn by critics.
: Critics noted that the "I’m On Fire" cover allowed Fender to showcase a softer, more vulnerable vocal range compared to the belt-heavy anthems found on his album Seventeen Going Under . Sam Fender Im On Fire
: Fellow musicians, such as Noah Kahan , have cited Fender’s work—and his ability to capture a sense of place and nostalgia similar to Springsteen—as a major influence on their own songwriting. Fender has never shied away from his admiration