Patti Smith—the artist, musician, and writer—reveals the story behind her hit song “Because the Night,” a collaboration with Bruce Springsteen. Then she performs this song with New Yorker editor David Remnick on guitar.

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Patti Smith Reveals the Story Behind Her Most Successful Song and Performs Live With David Remnick

Starring: Patti Smith
Producer: The New Yorker