God Bless the U.S.A.
Lee Greenwood
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If tomorrow all the things were gone I worked for all my life And I had to start again With just my children and my wife I thank my lucky stars To be living here today 'Cause the flag still stands for freedom And they can't take that away And I'm proud to be an American Where at least I know I'm free And I won't forget the men who died Who gave that right to me And I'd gladly stand up next to you And defend Her still today 'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God Bless the U.S.A. From the lakes of Minnesota To the hills of Tennessee Across the plains of Texas From sea to shining sea From Detroit down to Houston And New York to L.A. Where's pride in every American heart And it's time we stand and say That I'm proud to be an American Where at least I know I'm free And I won't forget the men who died Who gave that right to me And I'd gladly stand up next to you And defend Her still today 'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God Bless the U.S.A. And I'm proud to be an American Where at least I know I'm free And I won't forget the men who died Who gave that right to me And I'd gladly stand up next to you And defend Her still today 'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land God Bless the U.S.A.
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Written by: Lee Melvin Greenwood
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15 facts about this song
Year of ReleaseThe song "God Bless the U.S.A." was released by Lee Greenwood in 1984.
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Album InformationIt was featured on the album "You've Got a Good Love Comin'."
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Chart PerformanceDespite facing initial lukewarm response, the song surged in popularity during the Gulf War in 1991, reaching the 16th spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Cultural Impact"God Bless the U.S.A." is widely recognized as a patriotic anthem, often played during Independence Day celebrations and political rallies.
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9/11 ImpactAfter the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the song experienced a resurgence, climbing the country music charts once again.
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Event UsageIt has been used at various significant occasions including American presidential campaigns and inaugurations, such as the inauguration of President Ronald Reagan.
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Song ThemeGreenwood stated that he wanted to write a song about his pride in being American, which resulted in him penning "God Bless the U.S.A."
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Awards"God Bless the U.S.A." won the CMA (Country Music Association) Award for Song of the Year in 1985.
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Music VideoIt has two versions of music videos. The first one was filmed in 1984, featuring Lee singing with a choir in front of the Statue of Liberty and American workers. The second one was filmed in 2001 after the 9/11 attacks, showcasing numerous scenes of national landscapes and American folks honoring their country.
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Song CoversThe song has been covered by countless artists across various genres, notable among them are American Idol finalists and country sensation Dolly Parton.
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ControversyDespite its popularity, "God Bless the U.S.A." has faced controversy as well, with critics arguing that it manipulates patriotic sentiment for commercial success.
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Commercial UseThe song has been used in various advertising campaigns, notably by American companies promoting products and services.
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Cultural RecognitionDecades after its release, "God Bless the U.S.A." remains one of the most recognizable songs, with the phrase "I'm proud to be an American" becoming a part of American cultural lexicon.
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Impact on Greenwood's Career"God Bless the U.S.A." is Lee Greenwood's signature song and it has had a significant impact on shaping his musical career.
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TimelessnessIts popularity and cultural significance have stood the test of time, making "God Bless the U.S.A." a timeless anthem of American patriotism.
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