Add These Country Songs About America to Your Patriotic Playlist

When you're creating a playlist of patriotic songs for Memorial Day or the 4th of July, you won't want to miss any of these country hits about the good old U.S.A. (Heck, you don't even need an excuse to get in touch with your patriotic side—you can play these songs any time!) If you're a big country music fan, you know that themes of patriotism and American pride are woven into the fabric of so many songs from the genre. That's especially true with these songs that celebrate both America and what it means to be a true American.

On this list, you'll find some of the best country songs of all time, like the sporting event and 4th of July staple "God Bless the USA" by Lee Greenwood, and some of the saddest country songs ever, like "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" by Alan Jackson. Then there are some proud, feel-good country songs like "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue" by Toby Keith that'll really get your blood (and fists!) pumping. No matter when or where you play these songs, they're sure to make you feel so proud to be an American.

"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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"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!"

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"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.

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"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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"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.

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"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.

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"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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"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!"

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"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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"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.

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"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.

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"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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"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.

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"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.

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"American Kids" by Kenny Chesney

This one goes out to every kid who knows all too well (or adult who remembers all to well 😂) what it feels like to be "teenage dreamin', front seat leanin'."

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"Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" by Alan Jackson

Alan Johnson touched countless people with this heart-wrenching ballad about remembering where you were when you found out about the tragic events of 9/11.

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"The Bumper Of My S.U.V." by Chely Wright

This song was inspired by a real-life incident involving a Marine Corps bumper sticker on Chely Wright's SUV. It is for anyone who is proud to be (or related to) a Marine.

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"Arlington" by Trace Adkins

This moving song is told from the perspective of a fallen soldier who is proud to be resting in peace in Arlington National Cemetery.

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"American Soldier" by Toby Keith

Toby Keith makes it known that "freedom don't come free" in another hit supporting the American military.

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