Top 100 (United States) songs of American Patriotism
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Top 100 Songs of United States Patriotism
100 - Old Glory - Jerrod Neimann
Jerrod not only wrote the song, but he also sings it. It is from the perspective of the American service person. Jerrod who is from Kansas did not perform the song publicly until he could do so in front of the troops. He did this while on a USO tour in Spain. The song is meant to be respectful and understanding of the sacrifices the American Service personnel go through.
99 - All-American Kid- Garth Brooks This song is about the small town local football hero who had big universities falling over themselves recruiting him. Instead of signing with a big university he went to the big league and singed up with Uncle Sam and served three tours of duty. He came home with battle scars and the Silver Star. The last line points out this song is for all the heroes and All-American Kids that did not come home.
98 - Arlington - Trace Atkins This song tells the story of a deceased soldier, his honor andsacrificeto and for his country. It is a song of the service person in the "War on Terror" and the spirit of the American servicemen and woman.Grave site of Milo J. Swan at Ft. Scott
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www.flickr.comAuthorsNote -- ArlingtonCemeteryis located across the Potomac River from Washington D.C. and is wrongly believed, by many, to be the first national cemetery. It was landconfiscated from the Robert E. Lee Family. While it was among the first 14 national cemeteries established, as such it did not acceptservice menuntil1864 whereas, Fort Scott, Kansas had done so shortlyafter 1842 on land outside of the fort. The federal government in 1862 acquiredfive acres from the Presbyterian Church of Fort Scott, Kansas andimmediatelybegan interring service men. Soldiers that had been buried since 1842 were moved to the newer and largercemetery. The establishment of a series of National Cemeteries took place in July of 1862 during the American Civil War. Fort Scott NationalCemeteryis designated as Cemetery number one by the UnitedStatesgovernment. Confederate, White Union, Black Union and Indian Union soldiers are buried there.
97 - I Just Came Back From A War - Daryl Worley This is a song telling the story of a veteran on the "War on Terror" coming home and facing challenges re-acclimating to American society, but could be applied to any veteran returning from a combat zone in any conflict.
96 -Made In The U.S.A.- Demi LovatoThe Buick Enclave has high
American content
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simple.wikipedia.org While the lyrics really don't explicitly say anything about American servicemen the video shows a man in uniform and suggests he is her boyfriend. The refrain "Made In The U.S.A." is repeated many times in reference to her man and their love being made in the U.S.A and implies if it is made in the U.S.A. it has to be good and lasting. This is a real party song.The Corvette has high American content.
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95 - Made In America - Toby Keith This is a song that sings the praises of the self reliantindependentpatriotic American who buys American to help keep his fellow Americans employed. In June of 2011 the song was released. While there is an out cry against business out sourcing, leading to job loss, this song address the moreimportantissue of Americans buyingforeign, it self a form of out sourcing, much moredevastatingto American jobs.
94 - VOA - Sammy Hagar
It was a single released off the album of the same name. The single essential did not chart. The song is a salute to patriotic Americans and to the Voice Of America radio network in Europe which beamed American News and music across the Iron Curtian into Eastern Europe and The Soviet Union (RussIa). This one is a real Rocker.
93 -If You're Reading This - Tim McGraw A 21st.Centurysong during the "War on Terror" about the death of a soldier and a letter written by him in the event of his death. The song is meant as a tribute tofallenservicemenand their families.The song resulted in sales of over one half million. 92 -.I Drive Your Truck - Lee Brice
It is a song from 2012 during the "War On Terror" and is a primary source. It confronts the issue of the loss of a loved one due to war. This song is the tale of a father, Paul Monti, coping with his son's loss by driving the son's truck. Paul's son, Jared, earned the Congressional Medal of Honor giving his life in an attempt to save a fellow soldier In Afghanistan. It is based on an actual event of a father grieving for and finding joy in his son's life by driving his truck. The circumstances and location of his son's death are not in the song.
91 - In God We Still Trust - Diamond RioSteel cross at "Ground Zero"
Photo by Hey Paul, from State College, PA.
It is a God and Country tune of somecontroversy Supporters of prayer in schools and believers in a strong tie between religion and patriotism felt that the song had beenbannedfrom radio by "PoliticalCorrectness"zealots.Radio stationprogramdirectors and stationmanagershave a great deal oflatitudewithin their format todecide what is or is not played. Verbal directives (forplausibledeniability)from people inevenhigher places could giveguidanceas towhat was or was notacceptable The result, at some, butclearly not all stations in the country format could havedecided/electedfor "political" or "anti-religious" reasons not to play thesong. However,This song would not have made this list if it did not get air play.
90 - Blowin' In The Wind - Bob Dylan This was a civil rightsanthemduring the 1960's during the drive to end segregation. While Dylan's vocal quality has a lot to be desired his lyrics were spot on. It captures the innerturmoilfacing the nation over racialinjustice.FOR MORE ON BOB DYLAN - CLICK1.Top 100 American Recording Artists SEE ARTIST 982.100 Most Important and Influential AmericanSongs SEE SONG 71
89 - Party In The U.S.A. - Miley Cyrus
This 2009 song was essentially a song molded to fit Miley Cyrus lifetransitionfromNashvilletoHollywood. It was not meant to be an overtpatrioticsong despite thedisplaysof the American flag in the video. It however has several qualities that place it on our list. The title, the fact itcelebratesindividualityand personal independence, and in 2011 it became acelebratorysong on the death of Osama Bin Ladin.For 4th of July dance songs visit4th. of July Patriotic Songs For DancingIndiana State University (Sycamores) basketball game at
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88 - It's America - Rodney Atkiins This song came out in 2008 during the "War on Islamist Terrorist" but was not aimed at the issue ofterrorism It sings the praises of what it is to live in the United States.
87 - Home - Dierks Bentley The song is from 2011 and sings the praises of what it is and has been to be an American. The video is full of images of the great andordinaryAmericans. This Country Music based song/video shows images of the diverse American population and lives.
86 - A Change Is Gonna Come - Sam Cooke It was inspired by Bob Dylan's "Blowin' In The Wind". This 60's song became the voice of The Civil Rights Movement. It has gained additional respect over time.FOR MORE ON SAM COOKE CLICKTop 100 American Recording Artists see artist 48FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 47
85 - My Name Is America - Todd Allen Herendon Song that salutes theAmerican serviceman and the American people's willingness and determination to defend freedom. It's popularity followed the death of Osama Bin Ladin during the "War on Islamist Terror". Todd Allen Herendeen is originally from Indiana but now makes his home in Panama City Beach, Florida. His song format and delivery is is rooted in Country music with a solid core of American patriotism. The song was composed by Kurt Orning.
84 -I Won't Back Down- Tom Petty The Hearbreakers or Johnny Cash The song was written by Petty and Brit, Jeff Lynn. The tune was released in 1989 and saw some success. It has been covered by several artist. Johnny Cash's version is most associated with its connection to the American nation. The song has been used by American politicians in their campaigns. It has also beenassociatedwith the United States Armyprimarilydue to Johnny Cash.For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party Songs
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en.wikipedia.org83 - Citizen Soldier - Three Doors Down Song that praises and promotes the National Guard. It has been used in advertising for recruitment by the National Guard. It was released during the "War on Terror".For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party SongsFOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 33
82 - Warrior - Kid Rock A song from the "War on Terror" era that salutes the citizen soldier and is used by the National Guard for recruitment.For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit 4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party SongsFOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 46
81 - 8th. of November - Big Rich Song about first Black American during the Vietnam War to earn the Congressional Medal Of Honor.
This is a 45 RPM from the era.80 - In The Summer of His Years - Connie Francis Country Music and march influenced dirge about assassination of President John Kennedy. The song was released shortly after the assassination of Pres. Kennedy and can be considered a primary source. In the months following JFK's assassination the citizens of the United States were brought together sharing a common shock and grief over the loss of the president.FOR MORE ON CONNIE FRANCIS CLICKTop 100 American Recording Artistssee artist 24
79 - America Will Survive - Hank Williams Jr.New York City on 9\11\2001
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/7835973648 Shortly after 9/11 this song was recorded andreleased It talks about how the events on 9/11 united this nation. The song points out there are no longer Yankees and Rebels but one nation. No longer Country or City folk but oneAmericathat will survive. Primary source showing how the nation felt united in the days following theterroristattacks.(These photos and others like them at these web sites are primary Sources)
78 - America Will Always Stand - Randy Travis A post 9/11 song singing the praises of the American people and the undying strength of the nation.
77 - American Made - Oak Ridge Boys An American Country song from 1983 that praises American women and suggests we should think more about buying American made products to put Americans back to work.FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 90
76 - We The People - Billy Ray Cyrus Ode to the working man with the reading of the Preamble to the Constitution in the background
75 - American Kids - Kenny Chesney A party song depicting small town lifestyle of America's youth in the 21st. Century.
74 - Our Country - John Mellencamp The music video shows the diversity of the American people. The song hints ataspirationsand dreams of the individual as part of the over all American dreamFOR MORE ON JOHN MELLENCAMP CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 58
73 - Bumper Of My SUV -Chely Wright She says the song was inspired by an angry woman who wasagainstthe "War on Terror". The woman was angry about the U.S. Marine bumper sticker on the composers SUV. This song goes on to explain her brother, father and grandfather had all served the country. These people had preserved the rights of people to disagree in ournation. This song also looks atbigotrythat comes from the left that is often ignored and should be looked at the same as bigotry from the right. The song in the end promotes freedom of expression.U.S.S. George Wasginton battle Group
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72 -In The Navy - The Village People
The song was a Top Ten Hit in 1979 and was about the United States Navy. The video for the song was filmed at The SanDiegoNaval Base. Officials within the Soviet Union called it a "Militaristic" song. Most Americans at the time looked at it as nothing more than another Disco song by the Village People.
71 - Small Town - John Mellencamp Ode to life in the All American small town and specifically Seymoure, Indiana, John's home town. There are references to the values and lifestyle found in the small American town.FOR MORE ON JOHN MELLANCAMP CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 58
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Las Vegas Blvd. the Party capital of
the United States.70 - Dancing In The Streets - Martha The Vandellas This is a Motown classic from the Vietnam era but was not about the war. It was a crossover to Pop and Rock. It has been covered by a number of artists. It is an All American party song celebrating the American nation's youth.For 4th of July dance songs visit 4th. of July Patriotic Songs For DancingFor more on this song visit100+ Top American Rock StandardsSee song #34
69 - National Emblem (March) Edwin Eugene Bagley composed the march in 1902 and published it in 1906.
68 -Washington Post March - United States Marine Corps Band Jon Phillip Sousa composed the march. It is not a march honoring a military post but rather one composed for the Washington Post newspaper.
67 - The Battle of New Orleans - Johnny Horton The battle was fought at the conclusion (actually fought after the war) of the War of 1812. It was a disastrousdefeat for the British. The song was a mega hit in the early 1960's and as such is not a primary source. It is a some whathumorousdescription of the battle. The American forces defending the New Orleans region were made up of regular army, sea going pirates, conscriptedfree Blacks and Whitefrontiersmenfrom what is today (many of these states were still territories) Ohio, Indiana,Illinois,Tennessee,Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky and Mississippi who were in the area on business. This rag tag army put together and led by Jacksonvirtuallyslaughtered the betterequipped, trained and battle hardenedBritishforce. This song captures some of theexuberancethe American people felt after learning about thismassivelylopsided victory.Replica of the Liberty Bell with
Bald Eagle This is no longer on display at the
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Different displays are put up seasonally in the Atrium.
65 - The Liberty Bell March - United States Marine Corps Band In 1893 John Phillip Sousa composed the march.
64 - Where The Stars And Stripes And The Eagle Fly - Aaron Tippin This song waswrittenbefore the 9/11 attacks but had not been recorded. Tippin recorded the song within daysfollowingthe event. Proceedswent to charity for victims of the attacks. The song praises American values and family.
63 - Wish You Were Here Buddy - Pat Boone Yes, he is the man that sells bathtubs for seniors on television and is a directdescendantoffrontiersmanDaniel Boone. His daughter, Debbie Boone, (You Light Up My Life) is a famous Christian singer. This song was an answer to those critical of the war effort in Vietnam.FOR MORE ON PAT BOONE CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 10Declaration of Independence
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62 -The Declaration -5th.DimensionVIDEO - The Declaration by the 5th Deminson A soulful, rocked interpretation of the Declaration ofIndependence. They sing the Declaration - OK, so it soundsimpossible, but they pull it off.. Most of the instruments and vocal styling are from the mid 20th Century. The music was composed in the 20th. Century. The lyrics are, however directly taken from the Declaration of Independence.
61 - Fightin' Side of Me - Merle Haggard Thisisa veryaggressivesong in defense of the American patriot. He speaks of his anger against those Americans who put down the country from his perspective. His thinking was that for Americans "Love It Or Leave It". It was an 1970 release during the Vietnam War.
60 - Red White and Blue - Lynard SkynardAn ode to the All American working man who is willing and able to serve his country.Replica of Statue of Liberty
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Hotel Casino, Las Vegas
59 - The Immigrant - Neil Sedaka This song deals with the problems of immigrants and John Lennon(Beatles) in particular. It looks at the history of immigration to the United States. It was a hit song in 1975 prior to the issues of illegal immigration to the United States from Latin America and Mexico in particular.FOR MORE ON NEIL SEDAKA CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 76
58 - Letters From Home - John Michael Mongomery This is a song about a soldier and letters hereceivedfrom Home. It deals with the importance of support of family and loved ones for the soldier. In 2004 this song was released during the "War on Terror".FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 52
57 - American Soldier - Toby Keith The song saw popularity in 2003 during the "War on Terror" and is about a manwillinglygoing off to war because "Freedom isn't free".FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songssee song 91
56 - Riding With Private Malone - David Ball The song was written by Wood Newton and Thom Shepherd in 2001 and recorded and released by David Ball prior to the Sept 11 attacks on the United States. The song was about a deceased Vietnam vet.
55 - American Boy - Eddie Rabbit The song was written and recorded by Eddie Rabbit. It was released one year before the first Gulf War. The tune was popular during the war mostly with U.S. service men.
54 - This Is The Army, Mr Jones Written by Irving Berlin (White Christmas, God Bless America) during World War II. The song was from the Broadway musical "This Is The Army" and also the film of the same name starring Ronald Reagan who would latter become the President of the United States.
53 - DixieVIDEO - Dixie by Hastings College Choir (Hastings Nebraska) The song is believed to have been written in the late 1840's or early 1850's by a man from Ohio, Daniel D. Emmett. The original performances were in the "blackface minstrel" style. The lyrics and performances were from the perspective of a freed slave who longed for the life on his old plantation. During the American Civil War the song became the de facto national anthem of the Confederacy. It took on a different approach and meaning for the troops of the South who longed to be able to return to their homes. Because of it's history there are those who under the banner of "political correctness" have called for the song to be essentially expunged from theAmericanrecord due to what they believe to be it's racist origins.
"I disagree with everything you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.".
Voltaire
AUTHORS NOTE --While I stand firmly against racism I also stand firmly for freedom of expression without which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would not have been able to fight the good fight. "Political Correctness" has become increasingly a tool of repression of expression, CENSORSHIP.I don't believe in book banning/burning therefore I also don't support the banning of this song. The best way to continue our growth and development as a nation is to learn from our past, the good, the bad and the ugly. If we destroy or bury our past or any part of it, we are handicapping our future. I am following Republican PresidentAbrahamLincoln's lead in this matter. He listed it as one of his favorite songs and had it played at his rallies following the surrender of Robert E. Lee. This song appears again on this list within the Top 10 as part of a medley. Ipersonallysee this song as one of promoting regional pride, individualism,independent and rebellious thinking, all true American values.
52 -If I Don't Make It Back- Tracey Lawrence This 2006 song about a soldier going off to war and how he wants to berememberedif he does not come back. It is a musical last will andtestamentas sung for those who stayed behind.
Taken in Germany during World War II.
U.S. government photo in Public Domain51 - American Patrol - Glenn Miller
Was a popular instrumental song during World War II.
FOR MORE ON GLENN MILLER CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 41
Top 100 American Instrumentals SEE SONGS 10, 3, AND 1
50 - Abraham Martin and John - Dion Song that was popular in 1968-69 following the assassinations of civil rights leader, Martin Lurther King Jr. and Democrat (primary) Presidential candidate, Robert Kennedy. FOR MORE ON DION CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 78100 Most Important and Influential AmericanSongsSEE SONG 88
49 - Have You Forgotten - Daryl Worley Song about the events of 9/11 and asking the question have you forgotten.
48 -Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy- Andrews Sisters The song was very popular during World War II. It is about the bugler that awake the soldiers for their daily duties.For 4th of July dance songs visit 4th. of July Patriotic Songs For DancingFOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKCastle Peak, Colorado
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47 - Rocky Mountain High - John Denver This song is one of two officialstate songs of Colorado. It met with somecontroversybecause of the word "HIGH' so closelyassociatedwith drug abuse. But the song was about the feeling one gets at high altitudes, the massive presence of themountains and breath taking vistas. The song praises the naturalbeautyof the Rocky Mountains
46 - Pink Houses - John Mellencamp Song inspired by a Black man sitting on his front porch watching traffic go by on busy highway between Indianapolis and Bloomington, Indiana. It is a musical snap shot from the 1980's of middle America. The last verse of the song paints a dark picture facing some Americans. Mellencamp is aLiberalDemocrat and objected in 2008 toRepublicanJohnMcCain about the use of the song incampaignstops. McCain complied and stopped using it. Mellencamp allowed John Edwards to us the song in his bid to win the Democratic Party Presidential nomination. Edwards was disgraced by an indictment on financial wrong doing and by a sex scandal while his wife was dying from cancer. He had anillegitimatechild by one of his staffers.FOR MORE ON JOHN MELLANCAMP CLICKHaitian woman rescued by the Coast Guard
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45 - Semper Peratus Song of the United States Coast Guard. The CoastGuardnotonlyprotectsthe American coast line but also doesillegaldruginterdiction, intercepts dangerous cargo,search and rescue plus much more.
44. - American Pie - Don McLean or Madonna An anthem to 1960's Americainspiredby the tragic death of Rock 'n' Roll artists, Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper (J. P. Richardson Jr.), and Ritchie Valens in a 1959 plane crash.For 4th of July dance songs visit 4th. of July Patriotic Songs For DancingFor greater detail and historical context on this song CLICKBlind Sight 100 Most Important American Songssee song 27 American Pie. See video and song 11 historical information (That'l Be The Day) about Buddy Holly, and (LaBamba) song information and video 26 about Richie Valens. The Valens song is important due to Hispanic influence onAmericanRock music.
43. - Columbia Gem of the Ocean ThisAmerican anthem was written in the early 1840's by BritishmusicianThomas a' Becket. The word "Columbia" is aderivativefrom the name Columbus and is a substitute word for the United States of America.. 42. - Hail Columbia This song was composed in 1789 and was used in the firstinaugurationof George Washington. It vied with several other songs for the position of National Anthem but in 1931 lost out to "The Star Spangled Banner". It is now used as the song to announce the Vice President of the United States. It's use is the same as that of "Hail To The Chief" for the President.
41. - Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) Song was composed by John Phillip Sousa and is the official march of the United States Marines. It was originallywrittenat the request of President Chester Arthur to be used to announce the President instead of "Hail To The Chief" which Arthur did not like. Sousa finished the song in 1888 several years after Arthur was out office. It never replaced "Hail To The Chief"
40. - Ragged Old Flag - Johnny Cash Spoken word song from 1974 singing the praises of the American service man, the American fighting spirit and American doggedness. It covers Americas wars and indirectlyalludesto the Watergate (Nixonadministration) political scandal at the time.
39. -Courtesyof the Red White and Blue - Toby Kieth This song comes out of the 9/11 experience and there is somecontroversyover the song. A dispute between Peter Jennings of ABC News and Kietheruptedwhen Kieth stated he and the song had been banned from a special on ABC. Kieth believed it was a form of censorship. The song's about an angry American and a call forretributionfollowing what happened on 9/11. It is a primary source.
38. - Some Gave All - Billy Ray Cyrus This is the title track from his debut album. It is one of the mostsuccessful debut albums of alltime. The song gives credit to those who gave their lives in defense of America and it's values. The songs spring from the "War on Terror" era. Yes, he is the father of Miley Cyrus.
Congressional Medal of Honor
Recipient Joe Ozbourn. He was
killed on the island of Tinian
in World War II.37. - Only In America - Brooks Dunn Thissong was written, recorded and released in 2001 just before 9/11 and the events that followed. It is a song extolling theHoratioAlgerconcept of anyone can find success and happiness in theUnitedStates.
36. - Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning) - Alan JacksonVIDEO - Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning) "War on Terror" song asking the listener where were they when the world changed on 9/11.For more on this song CLICK100 Most Important and Influential American SongsSEE SONG 90
35. - Born In The U.S.A. - Bruce Springsteen This is not the typicalpatrioticsong in that it questions American Nationalism and focuses on the common man from the American soldier returning from Vietnam to an ungrateful America, to factory workers being displaced and a nation unable or unwilling to confront the problem. The song chants of "Born In The U.S.A." has led people to believe this to be a purepatrioticsong, when in reality Springsteen was questioning America about it's direction. This did not stop radio stations from playing it after 9/11 as a patrioticsongFOR MORE ON BRUCE SPRINESTEEN CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 86For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party SongsFOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songs see song 12
Arch Rock formation at Valley of Fire
State Park, Neveda, U.S.A.
34. - I've BeenEverywhere- Johnny Cash This song is a musical tour of the United States.
33. - Promised Land - Elvis Presley or Chuck BerryVIDEO -Promise Land by Elvis Presley (Troops in Afghanistan) Written by Chuck Berry andmelodicallybased on the folk song "Wabash Cannonball". A Monon Railroad train that barreled through Hoosier land (Indiana) during the late 19th and early 20th, centuries. It is an uptempo Rock song about a man travelingacrossthe nation to reach his love. The Elvis version is high powered and theoriginalmelody is there but well disguised by the strong Rockinstrumentationand power vocals by PresleyFOR MORE ON CHUCK BERRY CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 95FOR MORE ON ELVIS PRESLEY - CLICKTop 100 American Recording Artists SEE ARTIST 1For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party Songs
32. - Only In America - Jay The Americans A hit song from 1963 which promotes the Horatio Alger Jr. concept of the poor rising to riches through hard work, honesty and determination. And, oh yes, also getting the girl along the way. It sings to a slice of the American Dream.FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songs see song 57
31. -PhiladelphiaFreedom - Elton JohnIndependence Hall, Philadelphia
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www.nps.gov Elton John is British and the song was to honor the 200th.anniversary(1976) of the United States independence from the United Kingdom. It has a good dance back beat and is one of those rare songs that are both dance-able and Patriotic.For 4th of July dance songs visit 4th. of July Patriotic Songs For Dancing
30. - Oh! How I Hate To Get Up In The Morning.- Irving Berlin Written in 1918 (World War I era) by Russian/Jewish immigrantIrving Berlin. Song about the United States Army.
29. - Everyday America - Sugarland Takes a look at what it is to be an American, in the early years of the 21st. Century, from two peoples lives.
28. - Back In The U.S.A. - Chuck Berry or LindaRonstadt Late nineteen fifties song penned by Chuck Barry. It was inspired by his returning to the U.S. after being in Australia. The song wasparodiedby The Beatles in their song "Back In The U.S.S.R.".For more on Chuck Berry CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 95For more on Linda Rondstadt CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 62For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit4th. of July Rockin' Patriotic Party Songs
27. - America (West Side Story) - Broadway Cast Late 1950's early 60's song dealing with racial issues.
26. - This Ain't No Rag (It's A Flag) - Charlie Daniels This is not the first song of patriotic concern he recorded. The song "Still In Saigon" about the plight of those who returned from the Vietnam War had been released in theeighties. This song was penned byDanial's in the weeks following9/11 and was anemotionalresponseto theeventsof that day. This is a fine primary source on theemotionalturmoilAmericans felt.
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25. - TapsVIDEO -Taps (Played at Arlington National Cemetery) American Civil War song used to signal lights out.. It originated in the Union Army (North) and the Confederate Army (South) used it by wars end. It has become tradition to use it at funerals of any serviceman.
24. - Living In America - James BrownVIDEO -Living In America by James Brown (Godfather of Soul) Disco/Electronic music written by Rock and Disco songwriters Dan Hartman and Charlie Midnight during the mid eighties of the 20th. Century. It was James Brown's, the Godfather of Soul, last huge hit. The song was featured in the motion picture Rocky IV in a patriotic context, The song sings the praises of living in the United States.For 4th of July dance songs visit 4th. of July Patriotic Songs For DancingFOR MORE ON JAMES BROWN CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 7
23. - If I Can Dream - Elvis Presley or Elvis Presley The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra(U.K.)Video of Elvis Presley and Celine Dion in "If I Can Dream" duet. This song was written by Walter E. Brown shortly after the assassinations of MartinLutherKing Jr. and Bobby Kennedy. Itessentiallyquotes Dr. King. While Elvis did not write the song his input was significant. He felt strongly about the loss of both men and what it meant to the nation. He wanted a song with a message to end his TV Singer (Sewing Machine) 68' Comeback Special. At a time when the nation was at war with itself over the Vietnam War, Civil Rights and Poverty. This song asked the country to rise above our differences and seek a common bond to build a better nation. Presley sang the song with true deepemotiongiving it an almostreligious(Gospel) feel. It can be argued it was the best song to come out of the turbulent 60's about the era. A good primary source.FOR MORE ELVIS PRESLEY CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 1
22. - Ballad of The Green Berets - SSGT Barry SadlerVIDEO -Ballad Of The Green Berets by SSGT Barry Sadler Vietnam Era song from the John Wayne film The Green Berets. It was the most successful of the pro Indo-China involvement songsFor more on this song CLICK100 Most Important and Influential American SongsSEE SONG 81FOR MORE ON THIS SONG CLICKTop 100 Labor Day and American Workers Songs see song 11
21. - The Army Goes Rolling Along (U.S. Army Song, based on "Caisson Song") - U.S. Army Band ChorusVIDEO -The Army Goes Rolling Along by U.S. Army Band Chorus In 1956 it became the official song of the U.S. Army. It is based on the Caisson Song of the fieldartillerydating back to the early 20th. Century. There is muchcontroversyovert thewritingof the song and who justly should havereceivedcompensation. John Phillip Sousa (Marine Corps Band Leader) was deeplyembroiledin the conflict. He did have much to do with how the songs was used as a march. New lyrics were applied in the mid 1950's giving it the new title "The Army Goes Rolling Along".
3rd. Battalion 8th. Marine Regiment
training in Afghanistan20. - The Marine Hymn - U.S. Marine Corps BandVIDEO - Marine Hymn by The Presidents Own U.S. Marine Corps Band This song is from World War I era. It originally sang the praises of the U.S. Marines in its militaryendeavorsduringthe 19th. Century. During the World War II era some lyrics werechangedto incorporate the addition of an air component to the service.
19. - Wild Blue Yonder (U.S. Air Force Song) - U.S. Air Force BandVIDEO -Wild Blue Younder by The U. S. Air Force BandF-22 - Air Force Fighter During the 1930's the song was penned for the Army Air Corps. In 1947 the United States Air Force wasofficiallyformed the song was changed to to fit the establishment of the Air Force.
United States Navy aircraft carrier
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18. - Anchors Away (U.S. Navy Song)VIDEO -Anchors Aweigh by The Mormon Tabernacle Choir It is the fight song of the Naval Academy and the defacto song of the United States Navy, It was first used as a fight song in 1906 during a football game against Army. Yes, Navy won that game.
17. - God Of Our FathersVIDEO -God Of Our Fathers by The Presidents Own Marine Band Christian hymn (Protestant) written tocommemoratethe 100th anniversary of thesigningof the Declaration of Independence
Ellis Island, New York, New York
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KenThomas.us16. - (There Coming To) America - Neil DiamondVIDEO -(There Coming To) America by Neil Diamond This song penned by Diamond is a pro immigration song. It was released as a single in 1981 and was a huge hit. It was used in there-dedicationof the Statue ofLiberty'scentennialcelebration. Itpraisesthose who have come to America and helped to build it into the nation that it is today. Itfoundrenewed popularity following the 9/11 attacks. The song waswrittenbefore thecontroversialissues surrounding illegal immigration from Latin America and Mexico in particular and as such was not directed towards the issue of illegalimmigration.FOR MORE ON NEIL DIAMOND CLICKTop 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTIST 21
15. - Over ThereVIDEO -Over There by Hollywood Master Chorale World War I song written in 1917 by George M. Cohan. It is the song most associated with Americaninvolvementin World War I. It was popular during World War I and World War II in the United States. It has had minor alterations from time to time for use by American sports teams and advertising.
14. - When Johnny Comes Marching HomeVIDEO - When Johnny Comes Marching Home by Mitch Miller ChorusScenes from Film "Cold Mountain"President Donald J. Trump
Photo by Gage Skidmore American Civil War song. It was considered by many as an anti-war song. The Democrat Party in the North was less thanenthusiasticabout the war andencouragedanti-war thinking and this song. The fervent anti-warDemocratsin the North were called Copperheads. In the years following the Civil War it has been used as a homecoming song forreturningservice men from over seasdeploymentin both peacetime and periods of military conflict.
13. - Hail To The ChiefVIDEO -Hail To The Chief Song to announce the President of the United States.
12. - You're a Grand Old FlagVIDEO -You're a Grand Old Flag by U.S. Marine Corps Band ThisGeorge M. Cohan song was written in 1906 inspired by a Civil War vet with atatteredold flag. The song was included in a musical by Cohan called George Washington Jr. The song was a massive hit. It found renewed popularity duringbothWorld Wars. It has appeared innumerousfilms including the 1942 movieYankee Doodle Dandy.
11. - Yankee DoodleVIDEO -Yankee Doodle by the United States Marine Corps Band This song is an Anglo/American song. It wasoriginallysung by British troops making fun of American Colonial troops who were allied with the British in the French and Indian War (1754-1763). When the Americans declaredIndependencein 1776 it became an Americanpatrioticsong sung by the American Revolutionary Army. It is most associated with the American Revolutionary War. During World War II it was featured in the film Yankee Doodle Dandy. This film and other uses revitalized the song as a patriotic song including its use as the state song ofConnecticut.
10 -Battle Hymn Of The Republic - Whitney Houston or Andy WilliamsFort Scott National Historic Site
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To see more of the fort visit the above sites. American Civil War song of the Union. The lyrics were writtenby Julia Ward Howe. Patriotismis not necessarily tied to religious faith. Most people don'tperceiveit as a Christian hymndespitethe word "hymn" in the title. What makes the song even more interesting is it uses the tune of "John Brown's Body". John Brown had been a religious fanatic with intense feelings for abolition. He, his followers and allies took up violence along the Kansas and Missouri border, from Lawrence, Kansas in the north to Fort Scott, Kansas in the south,againstthose favoring slavery. The violence became so widespread that Fort Scott which had been closed as a fort had to be reopened by the federal government in aneffortto maintain peace. Brown left Kansas and went to Virginia. There, atHarper'sFerry, he attacked a federal arsenal. He was captured by U.S. military forces led by Robert E. Lee who wouldlatterbecome the commander of Confederate forces and who's land would be confiscated for Arlington NationalCemetery. John Brown was hung forcommittingan act of treason. The song was a favorite of the great United Kingdom Prime Minster, Sir Winston Churchill. It was sung be Andy Williams at the funeral of Robert Kennedy. It has been used as a song of patriotism for returning servicemen and women. It was performed at the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. and at St Paul's Cathedral in London to honor thevictimsof the 9/11 attacks. This song appears again on our list at #8 as a part of American Trilogy by Elvis Presley and is the only song that is in the top 10, twice.FOR MORE ON WHITNEY HOUSTON ANDY WILLIAMS CLICKBryce National Park, Utah, U.S.A.Top 100 American Recording ArtistsSEE ARTISTS 52 12
9 - This Land Is Your Land - Woody GuthrieVIDEO -This Land Is Your Land by Arlo Guthrie Pete Seger This Folk Song was composed in response to Irving Berlin's "God Bless America". Guthrie Did not feel Berlin's song was true to the real America as he saw it through his pro-Communist vision of America. The song was written in 1940 during The Great Depression. It did notreceivewidespreadacceptanceuntil the 1950's.
8. - American Trilogy - Elvis Presley or Elvis Presley The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra(U.K.)
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A medley of the Civil War era. "The Battle Hymn of the Republic", "Dixie", and the African-American Spiritual inspired "All My Trials". This songincorporates The struggle and pain of The North (Union) The South (Confederacy) and southern Black Americans (Slaves) seeking freedom. This song is not a primary source since it was penned in the second half of the 20th, Century despite the fact two of the three songs are from the Civil War. Elvis Presley'semotionalpresentationconveys theideologicalandspiritualconflicts found within the American Spirit. The song does not celebrate the Civil War, but ratherreaffirmsthe pain, suffering andagonyall sides felt. Mickey Newbury didthe original arrangement and first recording of the song. He charted with it, but Elvis Presley's version has overshadowed Newbury's version.Henry P. Moore - photographer
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Authors Note --The Elvis Presley version of this song was used by the Soviet Union's government in anti-American propaganda. It was played showing a scene of the KKK in rally around a burning cross. Elvis was despised by the Soviets because he was the face of Rock 'n' Roll. They viewed the followers of Rock asrebelliousandIndependentthinkers. It may seem hard to believe that American Pop Culture (Rock 'n' Roll, TV, and Movies) played apivotalrole in the fall of Communism in the Soviet Union, but the Sovietsunderstoodand Elvis was one of the biggest fears they had
.For more on the roll of Rock and American Pop Culture on the fall Soviet Communism CLICK100 Most Important and Influential American Songssee song #3FOR MORE ON ELVIS PRESLEY - CLICK1.Top 100 American Recording Artists SEE ARTIST 12.American Musicians Who Have Died From Drugs And Or AlcoholSee artist 1
7. - This Is My CountryVIDEO -This Is My Country by Tennessee Ernie Ford Al Jacobs and Don Raye wrote this Folk Song during The Great Depression in 1940 just prior to Americanentranceinto World War II.
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US_Flag_Backlit.jpg 6. The Stars And Stripes ForeverVIDEO -Stars and Strips Forever by Andre Rieu (Live Royal Albert Hall, London) John Phillip Sousa penned this song in 1897, just before the outbreak of The Spanish-American War, and it has become the national march.
5.- God Bless The U.S.A. - Lee GreenwoodVIDEO -Lee Greenwood - "God Bless The U.S.A." This song was composed and performed by Lee Greenwood and arrived on the scene for the First Gulf War. It has remained a popular song since due in large part to 9/11 and the events surrounding it.
4.- My Country Tis of TheeVIDEO -Aretha Franklin - "My County Tis Of Thee" Live Video was recorded at Pres. Obama's firstinauguration.FEMA photo taken by John Shea
outside of Greensburg, Kansas
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3. - America The Beautiful - Elvis Presley, Ray Charles or Connie FrancisVIDEO -Elvis Presley - "America The Beautiful" Live This song was composed between 1892 and 1910 and hadvaryingcompositionsuntil completed.FOR MORE ON ELVIS PRESLEY - CLICKTop 100 American Recording Artists SEE ARTIST 1
Lake Tahoe, Nevada, U.S.A. 2. - God Bless America - Kate Smith or Connie FrancisVIDEO - "God Bless America" from "This Is The Army" This song was composed by Jewish/RussianimmigrantIrving Berlin. It was introduced to the American people in the film "This is the Army" witch starred a future president of the United States, RonaldReagan. Irving Berlin also wrote two of America's favorite Christian songs, Easter Parade and White Christmas. He lived to be 101 years old.
1.- The Star Spangled Banner -- Video links at the end of this article. People complain this song is verydifficultto sing. There is a reason. The music is taken from a British drinking song. The lyrics were written during the War of 1812 by Francis Scott Key. He was aboard a British warship as it and others pounded Fort McHenry at Baltimore, Maryland. This song of the War of 1812 is a primary source.It wasn't till 1931 that it was named theofficialNational Anthem.Authors Note --Many people have a verynarrowlydefinedidea as to how the Nation Anthem should be performed and anydeviationis close to treason. I do notbelieve how the National Anthem is performed lies in the mind of any single person or group of people. Therefore, I have included several versions of theNationalAnthem that have been consideredcontroversial.For a list of 4th. of July Rock songs visit 4th. of Jiuly Rockin Patriotic Rock songs
1.Video - Carrie Underwood singing "National Anthem"Traditionalacapella version.
2.Video - Jose Feliciano - singing "National Anthem"ControversialYah Yah conclusion - Vietnam Era rendition, but not directly connected to the war.
3.Video - JImi Hendrix "National Anthem" live at Woodstock in 1969Controversial bombastic anti-war version of the "National Anthem" protesting Vietnam War.
4.Video - Whitney Houston "National Anthem" Live at the Super BowlMoving traditional version related to the twoPersianGulf Wars.FOR MORE ON WHITNEY HOUSTON - CLICKTop 100 American Recording Artists SEE ARTIST 12
5.Video - Marlana VanHoose "National Anthem" Sang before a womens basketball game at the University of Kentucky
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Top 40 Blind and Visually Impaired American Musicians Scroll down to artist 49 on the list. She is near the top of the blog.
Honorable Mentions
I Stand For The Flag - Wes Cook Band
A Song of some controversy as it has what is seen by some as having political continent. While others view it as a song of Patriotism standing for all fellow Americans and respecting all by standing for the flag.
America - Sammy Johns song Song was recorded and released in 1984 by Waylon Jennings. It was a hit for him on the Country music charts. It is an ode paying homage to the people and the nation we call "America".Authors Note--As Buddy Holly's base player Waylon Jennings escaped death in 1959 when he gave up his seat on an airplane chartered by Buddy Holly. He hadforfeitedhis seat to J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson Jr. Buddy Holly, Richardson and Ritchie Valens all died in a crash near Clear Lake Iowa. This would inspire Don McLean to write and record the song American Pie - song #44 on this list,For more about thistragedy- CLICKBlind Sight 100 Most Important American Songssee song #27
Still a Soldier by Trace Adkins
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from the U.S. GovernmentSong is about an everyday American who once served in the military, but he still lives by the values he learned in the armed services. When he learns of the death of an American in service to the country a part of him dies also.
G.I, Blues - Elvis Presley
A near autobiographical song for Elvis Presley. He served in Germany following World War II (1958-1960) as a part of the occupation. This song is about that and also from the Cold War Era as Germany at the time was divided into East Germany (Communist) and West Germany (Democratic Republic) West Germany was dived into three zones managed by France, Great Britain and The United States. East Germany was managed by the Soviet Union. This is an excellent Primary Source song of the Cold War Era and Post World War II Europe.
There She Stands - Michael W. Smith
Christian recording artist gives us one of the better songs about 9/11 and America. If you are planning an event about 9/11 then this song is a must.
American Saturday Night - Brad Paisley
The song speaks metaphorically about American diversity through how we accept and buy foreign ideas and products.
Days of America - Blackhawk
Country music band Rocks this song. It deals with the trials of the American worker.
In America - Charlie Daniels Band This song dates back to 1980 but saw renewed interest following the 9/11 attacks.
The Liberty Song This is an AmericanRevolutionaryEra song.Lyrics written by American patriot, John Dickinson, and set to the the tune of the (British) Royal Navy's anthem. In 1768it was first published
Light of a Clear Blue Morning - Dolly Parton
The song speaks of a person who has hope for a better life and it expresses the idea there is opportunity and freedom to advance
Unseen Soldiers - Garrett Miles*
Song honoring the American soldier. The song points out the soldier away from home still has support from those left behind.
*Garrett Miles is a rising country star who happens to be blind.
Osama - Yo' Mama - Ray Stevens
A song from 2001 following the 9/11 attacks of the same year. It was the title track to an album released in 2002 by Stevens. The song made light of Osama bin Lauden , the driving force behind the 911 attacks on the United States. It can be considered a primary source keeping in mind it was a comedic approach to the issue.
My Beautiful America - Charlie Daniels
A spoken word recording making a patriotic/love song tour of the United States with the Pledge of Allegiance at the end.
GI Joe Lillie - The Oak Ridge Boys
It is a touching story of a husband and wife who were World War II veterans.
For You - Keith Urban*
This is a song of a modern warrior who is willing to give his life for his family, Country and fellow soldier.
* He was born in New Zealand, raised in Australia andin the early 1990'smoved to the United States.
The Ballad of Ira Hayes - Johnny Cash
The song is about Ira Hayes a Pima Indian from Arizona who was best known for being one of the men who raised the flag on Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima. He was immortalized in the iconic photo of the event and in a massive statue. He played himself in the film "Sands of Iwo Jima". The film inspired Peter La Farge to write the song. Following World War II Ira battled alcoholism which claimed his life.
Living In The U.S.A. - Steve Miller
Not necessarily a positive song about America it nonetheless points to our freedoms.
Happy Birthday(Stevie Wonder Composition) - Stevie Wonder
This song was written with the express purpose of helping to establish a national holiday honoring slain civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legislation was introduced during the Reagan administration and passed and went to the desk of President Reagan. He sighed it establishing the holiday. The song salutes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. While the song never charted on Billboard's Hot 100 it nonetheless raised awareness of the desire for the holiday. This song is perfect for celebrating the Martin Luther King holiday.
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One Hell Of an Amen - Brantley Gilbert
The song deals with the loss of a loved one. While the song mentions the loss of a loved one to Cancer it also deals with the loss of an American soldier to combat.
Born On The Bayou - Credence Clearwater Revival (CCR)
Ode to Cajun life and youth on the 4th. of July.
Surfin' U.S.A. - The Beach Boys
This song is based on a Chuck Berry tune. It salutes the various beaches great for Surfing.
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Just A Dream- Carrie Underwood
The tragic tale of young widowed bride. Her husband gave his life for his country. The music video which accompanies the song helps to tell the story
I'm Your Biggest Fan- Neal McCoy
Song in honor of the American service person. Released during the "War on Terror"
California Girls- Beach Boys
This song sings praise to the All American girl by mentioning girls and their qualities and theregionsthey are from within this great nation. This song is from the VietnamWar era but was not about the war.
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100 Most Important and Influential American SongsSEE SONG 5
Independence Day - Martina McBride
This song rests on a double entendre. The story takes place on the 4th. of July but is also one of a battered wife seeking her independence from her abusive husband. The video implies he dies in a house fire set by his wife. Like the American Colonists she was seeking her freedom from oppression. It is told from the perspective of a young girl witnessing the celebration of the nation's birth and the destruction of her family.
Our America - Big Rich
A blending of the reading of the Declaration Of Independence and the singing of the National Anthem
Yankee Doodle Dandy- George M. Cohan
VIDEO -Yankee Doodle Dandy by James Cagney.
This song was a George M. Cohan song form the film of the same name. It was released in 1942 during World War II. The song was first introduced to the American people in 1904 in the Broadway musical "Little Johnny Jones". The song is also known as "Yankee Doodle Boy". The movie "Yankee Doodle Dandy" staring James Cagney was a biography of George M. Cohan. James Cagney was famous for playing the lovable to the down right evil gangster of the twenties and thirties. This film showcased his talent as a song and dance man that few people knew about.
Better In The U.S.A. - Glenn Frey
A real rocker praising life in the U.S.A.
Color Me America - Dolly Parton
A 21st Century tune of the American Spirit and Ideals.
American Pride - Alabama
Song released in 1992 about home, family and American values indigenous to the South. Song comes from the Album ofthe same name.
America My Home- Ricky David Tripp
The song was pennedshortly before the events of Sept. 11, 2001by Dr. George Simon.
American Child- Phil Vassar
This 2002 song is another that echos the Horatio Alger Jr. theme of the poor boy who rises to fame and fortune. It implies this could only truly happen in America.
Lets Roll by Neil Young
The song rides with the passengers of Flight 93 on the 9/11 day.
Was My Brother In The Battle by Stephen Foster
Penned in 1862 by Stephen Foster during the American Civil War.
Victory At Sea
Composed by Richard Rogers and used in thetelevisionseriesthat documented the American Wareffortat sea during World War II.
Battle Cry Of Freedom - George Frederick Root
This song is a primary source for those studying the American Civil War. The song was composed by George Frederick Root in 1862 promoting the Union side of the war. It was used in 1864 for the political cause of the Lincoln/Johnson election effort.
Heroes Don't Come Back by Joe Pickering Jr.
Phil Coley recorded this song singing praises to 134 baseball players who gave their lives during World War II.
None So Beautiful As The Brave - Gino Vannelli
A song dedicated to the fallen American soldier. This one is perfect for Memorial Day and Veterans Day observances..
God Bless America Again- Bobby Bare
A God and Country song, patriotic hymn, from 1969 during the Vietnam War Era.
R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A.- John Mellencamp
John Mellencamp comes from back country Indiana, but this song sings thepraisesof Pop/Rock of the 1960's and the kids that loved it. It was a musical art form that dominated America at the time and thus this songs tells the story of a piece of American culture in the mid 20th. Century.
U.S. Male - Elvis Presley
This song was written and originally recorded by country entertainer Jerry Reed. Elvis Presley had the biggest hit of the song. The song warns others not to mess with his girlfriend because he is a U.S.Male. He warns of dire consequences for interloping on U.S. Male territory.
The All American Boy - Bobby Bare
This is a Rockabilly song. The song's story line embodies the principles set forth in Horatio Alger novels of the American rag to riches ideal. It is loosely based on the rise of Elvis Presley from a poor boy to a wealthy Rock 'n' Roll star. The song was a hit in 1959 and can be used as a primary source about the emergence of Rock 'n' Roll. It is easily danced to due to it's Rockabilly format. The original recording credited Bill Parsons on Vocal. Bobby Bare actually sang the song on the recording. Bobby Bare was called before Congress to testify on the "Payola Scandal" which surrounded Rock 'n' Roll.
We're An American Band- Grand Funk Railroad or Poison
Don Brewer of Grand Funk Railroad wrote the song. It sings the praises of the American Rock 'n' Roller, namely Grand Funk Railroad. The song was written at the time when American Rock bands were coming out of the shadows of bands from the The United Kingdom. This is a rocker and a great party tune.No comments: HomeSubscribe to:Posts (Atom)TranslateMore Music Sites (CLICK to visit)Top 100 Labor Day and American Workers SongsTop 10 Labor Day Dance Party Songs4th. of July Patriotic Songs For Dancing4th of July Rockin' Patriotic SongsAmerican Musicians Who Have Died From Drugs And Or Alcohol100+ Pop Standards in America from around the WorldTop 100 American Recording ArtistsBlind Sight Top 100 Most Important and Influential American SongsTop 40 Blind and Visually Impaired American MusiciansMusicians with Disabilities Top 25 AmericansTop 100 American Instrumentals100 American Pop StandardsAbout MeRobert HallI am a graduate of a state school for the blind with two degrees from a Division I State University and now a retired educator with over 30 years teaching the social sciences. I also founded and operated for over a quarter of a century one of the nations largest and inovative mobile entertainment companies in the United States. The company was a pioneer in mobile music video. I worked on stage with some of the biggest names in modern music and have been hired by other giants in the music industry to provide entertainment for wedding receptions and engagement parties.View my complete profileTotal Pageviews
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