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The State of New Jersey is officially recognizing Bruce Springsteen's birthday, September 23, as Bruce Springsteen Day.
Governor Phil Murphy made the announcement this weekend at the American Music Honors from the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University.
According to Billboard, Gov. Murphy called Springsteen "one of the most recognizable, iconic and influential musicians — and New Jerseyans — of all time."
"It is important that we recognize Bruce for all he has done and will continue to do, from giving us the gift of his music to lending his time to the causes close to his heart, including making the Archives and Center for American Music a repository that will inspire tomorrow's songwriters and singer," he continued. "We thank him for showing the world what it means to live our New Jersey values. I am both honored and proud to declare his birthday Bruce Springsteen Day in New Jersey."
Murphy, who is serving his second term as governor, joked that while he is New Jersey's 56th governor "there will ever only be just one 'Boss'" in the state.
Springsteen, who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, was born and raised in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and still lives just a few miles from his hometown of Asbury Park.
Springsteen and the E Street Band have tour dates announced through the fall, including a three-night stand at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium in August and September. Go here for tickets and more information.