In America

The Charlie Daniels Band

About In America

"In America" is a song written and performed by the Charlie Daniels Band. It was released in May 1980 as the lead single from their album Full Moon. A live music video was released in 2001 shortly after the September 11 attacks.


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Well the eagle's been flyin' slow
And the flag's been flyin' low
And a lotta people sayin' that America's
fixin' to fall
Well speakin' just for me 
And some people from Tennessee
We've got a thing or two to tell you all
This lady may have stumbled
But she ain't never fell
And if the Russians don't believe that 
They can all go straight to hell
We're gonna put her feet back
On the path of righteousness and then
God bless America again

[Chorus]
And you never did think
That it ever would happen again
(In America, did you)
You never did think
That we'd ever get together again
(We damn sure could)
Yeah, we're walkng real proud
And we're talkin' real loud again
(In America)
You never did think
That it ever would happen again

From The Sound up in Long Island
Out to San Francisco Bay
And everthing that's in between them
Is our own
And we may have done a little bit
Of fightin' amongst ourselves
But you outside people best leave us
alone
'Cause we'll all stick together
And you can take that to the bank
That's the cowboys and the hippies
And the rebels and and the yanks
You just go and lay your hand
On a Pittsburgh Steelers' fan
And I think you're gonna finally
understand

[Chorus: x2]

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The Charlie Daniels Band

Charles Edward Daniels (October 28, 1936 – July 6, 2020) was an American singer, musician, and songwriter. His music fused rock, country, blues and jazz, pioneering Southern rock. He was best known for his number-one country hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia". Much of his output, including all but one of his eight Billboard Hot 100 charting singles, was credited to the Charlie Daniels Band. Daniels was active as a singer and musician from the 1950s until his death. He was inducted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame in 2002, the Grand Ole Opry in 2008, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2009, and the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2016. more »

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Written by: CHARLES FRED HAYWARD, CHARLIE DANIELS, FRED EDWARDS, JAMES W. MARSHALL, JOHN CRAIN, WILLIAM J. DIGREGORIO

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19 facts about this song

Release Date
"In America" by Charlie Daniels and The Charlie Daniels Band was officially released on May 24, 1980.
Album Profile
The song was part of the album "Full Moon", which was the eighth studio album released by the band.
Chart Performance
"In America" made a big impact on the charts, reaching number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 13 on the Country chart.
Historical Context
The song was written during a time of societal unrest in America, as the country was dealing with the Iranian hostage crisis and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
Patriotic Anthem
The song has been considered a patriotic anthem, with its chorus declaring, "In America, you
Song Release
"In America" is a patriotic song by the Charlie Daniels Band, which was released on the album "Full Moon" in 1980.
Song Inspiration
Charlie Daniels wrote "In America" after the Iran hostage crisis, during a time when America was going through a difficult phase.
Song Theme
The song is expressly patriotic, with its lyrics emphasizing American pride, resilience, and unity. It contains the phrase "God bless America again", reflecting a strong sense of national pride.
Song Rankings
"In America" reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It performed even better on the Country chart, reaching number 13.
Popular Culture
The song has been used in several movies and television shows, including "An American Carol" and "The Americans."
Song Interpretation
This song became a rallying cry for Americans, emphasizing the country's ability to work together and rise up against challenges.
Critical Reception
The song remains one of The Charlie Daniels Band's most popular songs and is considered a classic in country music.
Song Performance
The song is one of Daniels' biggest hits and is a regular staple in his concerts.
Social Impact
"In America" has been used frequently at political rallies due its strong patriotic themes.
Song Legacy
Charlie Daniels performed "In America" at the July 4th celebration at the White House in 1980.
Album Success
The Full Moon album, which features "In America," became a platinum album, indicating impressive sales of over one million copies.
Band Recognition
The Charlie Daniels Band is known for seamlessly blending musical genres, and "In America" demonstrates this fusion of country, Southern rock, and blues.
Song Usage
The song was played regularly on the radio after the 9/11 attacks, illustrating its lasting impact and relevance during national crises.
Charlie Daniels
Daniels is a respected and renowned figure in country and Southern rock music, and "In America" is often considered one of his most impactful songs.

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