1"All American" by Mickey Guyton
Mickey Guyton is everywhere in the country music scene right now, and her original song "All American" will show you why. It's the perfect slow yet catchy melody to play at any function this summer, especially since the lyrics have to do with that all American fun.
2"Where The Stars & Stripes & The Eagle Fly" by Aaron Tippin
"Well, if you ask me where I come from... Here's what I tell everyone." Phew! What a way to start a song. 👏 This one is bold and clear, and will make for a great listen at any point in time.
3"It's America" by Rodney Atkins
Sometimes, it's the small things that this country has to offer that makes it so great. Rodney Atkins sings of the simple pleasures of life, like seeing young ones sell lemonade in front of their house in the summer time. Small, yes, but it brings pure joy!
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4"American Country Love Song" by Jake Owen
What does your American country love song look like? For Jake Owen, it's that one final kiss of the night in the driveway while blasting his lover's favorite tune in the car. (Aww!)
5"American Spirit" by Thomas Rhett
"Ridin' down red dirt / Drivin' in a white truck /Lookin' at a pretty blue sky." Thomas Rhett's play on words have been noted! This song proves why the country singer is one of the best out there right now.
6"Some Gave All" by Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus and then-wife Cindy Smith co-wrote this song after speaking with a Vietnam veteran. It pays tribute to all the men and women who have served in the military, especially the ones who made the greatest sacrifice of all.
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7"God Bless the USA" by Lee Greenwood
Lee Greenwood's patriotic hit is a staple at sporting events and fireworks displays on the 4th of July—and it's easy to see why. It's all about being "proud to be an American!"
8"Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue" by Toby Keith
Toby Keith penned this song shortly after the events of 9/11 and many consider it to be a perfect modern-day battle song.
9"Only in America" by Brooks and Dunn
This upbeat track pays tribute to the American dream, and how the U.S. is the only place "we all get a chance."
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10"Home" by Dierks Bentley
Dierks Bentley's anthem about America acknowledges that our strength lies in our differences. For better or worse, America is our home.
11"American Heart" by Faith Hill
You can't break an American heart. This song honors classic American values like dreaming big, working hard, and never giving up.
12"America" by Waylon Jennings
This summer of 1984 hit celebrates both America and Americans, and encourages us all to "promise and then follow through."
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13"American Flag on the Moon" by Brad Paisley
Brad Paisley's inspiring ballad reminds us that no dream is too big. "After all, there's an American flag on the moon!"
14"Everyday America" by Sugarland
Big dreams are great but sometimes you just need an anthem for everyday life in America. And that's exactly what Sugarland gave us!
15"Color Me America" by Dolly Parton
To Dolly Parton, seeing red and feeling blue is all trumped by the white and light of the love she feels for her fellow human beings.
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16"Ragged Old Flag" by Johnny Cash
The titular flag in Johnny Cash's song may appear old and ragged, he explains, but that's because it's braved many a war and stood tall through it all.
17"Travelin' Soldier" by The Chicks
From their album Home, this emotional track from The Chicks details the story of a girl writing to a soldier in the Vietnam War who is later killed in battle.
18"I'm American" by Billy Ray Cyrus
Are you a true American, from your head down to your boots? If so, this patriotic rock song is for you!
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19"Chicken Fried" by Zac Brown Band
This fun song expresses gratitude for the simple joys in life, like fried chicken and a cold beer, as well as bigger blessings, like the people who have given their lives so that others could be free.
20"American Saturday Night" by Brad Paisley
This title track off Brad Paisley's sixth studio album celebrates cultural diversity in America. The title itself is likely a nod to Saturday Night Live, whose iconic line, "Live from New York, it's Saturday Night," is referenced in the lyrics.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.
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