‘Hello, Ohio!’ Springsteen Flubs Greeting To Michigan Audience

First Published: November 15, 2009 1:17 PM EST Credit: Getty Images

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Caption Bruce Springsteen performs in the Clearwater Benefit Concert Celebrating Pete Seeger’s 90th Birthday at Madison Square Garden on May 3, 2009 in New York CityWant to get away, Boss?

Bruce Springsteen bellowed “Hello, Ohio!” to his fans at the Palace of Auburn Hills. That’s in Michigan.

The 60-year-old rock legend referred to the neighboring state several times Friday night until E Street Band guitarist Steve Van Zandt whispered in his ear.

A visibly embarrassed Springsteen grinned and said such a mistake was “every front man’s nightmare.”

The Detroit Free Press says Springsteen rocked the forgiving audience for nearly three hours with new and old hits, including a complete performance of his album “Born to Run.”

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