Bruce Springsteen performs “Land of Hope and Dreams” at the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center. Multiple outlets report that Springsteen’s remarks accompany the performance, in which he directly addresses former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. In the statement, Springsteen quotes and echoes a message honoring their service, saying that they “have served us all with heart and commitment and love and compassion,” as reported by outlets including Rolling Stone and Consequence of Sound. The coverage describes the performance as part of the formal events for the presidential center’s debut, highlighting the song’s themes of hope and renewal. Both sources agree on the key elements: the song chosen for the ceremony, the fact that Springsteen delivers a short dedication or acknowledgment to the Obamas, and the framing of the comments as praise for their public service and character. The reporting includes references to video of the performance.