Meet Virginia Springsteen Shave: Exploring the Artistic Side of Bruce's Sister

Virginia Springsteen Shave, a well-known figure, is the younger sister of the renowned American musician Bruce Springsteen. The song "The River," penned by Bruce, draws inspiration from the challenges she faced in her early married life. 

Virginia Springsteen is Named in Honor of Her Late Aunt

Virginia Springsteen is named after her late aunt, Virginia Springsteen, who was the sister of Bruce Springsteen's father, Douglas Frederick Springsteen. Unfortunately, Virginia passed away in a tragic road accident in 1927 when she was just five years old. 

The accident occurred when a truck backing out of a gas station on Freehold Street collided with her tricycle, resulting in her untimely death. Bruce Springsteen's sister, also named Virginia, is the first daughter of his parents. In memory of the late aunt, 

Virginia Springsteen Shave is affectionately known as Ginny to her family and close friends. Despite never having the opportunity to meet her late aunt, Ginny takes pride in being named after her.

Who is Virginia Springsteen Shave's Husband?

Virginia Springsteen Shave is happily married to Mickey Shave, who is also the father of her child. They got married and then moved to Lakewood, California. 

At the time of their wedding, Mickey was a confident nineteen-year-old who had a bit of a rebellious and assertive personality. He used to travel as a professional rider in the competitive rodeo circuit. 

The couple has two daughters and a son, but their names are kept private. Interestingly, Bruce Springsteen, who is known for his music, wrote a song called "The River" inspired by Virginia's early marital struggles. 

In the late 1970s, Virginia and Mickey faced tough times with money, but things got better. Now, they've been happily married for over forty years, leading a prosperous life filled with love. Even though Virginia has famous siblings, she prefers a life away from the public eye.

Virginia Springsteen Shave Became Pregnant at the age of 17

Virginia Springsteen Shave got pregnant when she was just 17 and still in high school. Her family didn't know about it until she was six months pregnant. 

So, Shave left school and was taught at home by her parents. Later, Virginia married her boyfriend, Michael Shave, who was a 19-year-old tough guy from Lakewood, working as a professional rodeo rider in the late 1960s.  

After getting married, Virginia and Michael moved to Lakewood, and they had a son. They lived a regular working-class life, with Virginia, who wasn't used to household chores, becoming a hardworking Irish woman. Michael worked in construction and later as a janitor at a local high school, while Virginia worked in a store.  

Even though Virginia became a mom and got married at a young age, she is leading a happy life with her husband, Mickey. They now have two daughters and a son and are proud grandparents. 

One of Bruce's songs vividly tells the story of Virginia Springsteen's early life with her husband

Among the melancholic tunes from the 1980s, "The River" by Bruce Springsteen stands out as a haunting reflection of the singer's memories. The narrative of the song is inspired by the early life of Bruce's sister, Virginia Springsteen Shave, and her experiences with her husband, Mickey Shave.

In the lyrics, the singer recounts a story similar to Virginia's, meeting his love, Mary, in high school, mirroring Virginia's encounter with Mickey. The narrative unfolds with the singer and Mary getting married without the joyous smiles typically associated with weddings. 

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The story delves into the struggles the singer faces in various phases of life and the challenges in the marriage. Contrary to the song's hardships, Virginia and Mickey's real-life relationship improved over the years. 

Despite significant struggles in the late seventies, their situation got better. Virginia and Mickey have been married for over forty years, and their love for each other continues to grow.

Virginia Springsteen Shave's Brother is an American Rock Singer, Songwriter, and Guitarist

Bruce Springsteen began his music journey after watching the Beatles on "The Ed Sullivan Show" in 1964, which inspired him to get his first guitar. He joined a local band called the Rogues and played at venues in Freehold.

Throughout the 1960s and early 70s, Springsteen was part of several bands like The Castiles, Earth, Steel Mill, the Sundance Blues Band, and the Bruce Springsteen Band. People noticed not just his performances but also his songwriting skills. 

Bruce's debut album, "Greetings from Asbury Park," came out in January 1973, gaining critical acclaim but slow sales. The second album, "The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle," faced a similar fate. 

However, the third, "Born to Run," released in 1975, was a massive hit, reaching number 3 on the Billboard 200. Springsteen became a cover star for both Newsweek and Time magazines. 

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Despite a legal battle with his former manager, Mike Appel, Bruce released "Darkness on the Edge of Town" in 1978 and embarked on a cross-country tour. "The River" (1980) became his first number 1 album, and "Nebraska" (1982) earned the title of "Album of the Year" by Rolling Stone. 

The 1984 album "Born in the U.S.A." is one of Springsteen's most successful. Other notable albums include "Tunnel of Love" (1987), "Human Touch" and "Lucky Town" (1992), "The Ghost of Tom Joad" (1995), and "Magic" (2007). 

In the 2000s, Bruce reunited with the E Street Band for "The Rising" (2002). His subsequent projects include "Devils & Dust" (2005), "Wrecking Ball" (2012), and "High Hopes" (2014).

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