74 Songs About Veterans (Pop, Rap & More)

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74 Songs About Veterans (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Rock Songs About Veterans

1. 8th of November by Big & Rich

Artist: Big & Rich
Album: Comin’ to Your City
Year: 2005

The song is about the Battle of Ia Drang during the Vietnam War, which took place on November 8, 1965. The song tells the story of the battle from the perspective of the soldiers who were fighting in it.

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2. Still a Soldier by Trace Adkins

Artist: Trace Adkins
Album: Something’s Going On
Year: 2017

The song is about a soldier who is coming home from war. He is tired and battered, but he is still a soldier. He is still fighting for his country.

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3. If You’re Reading This by Tim McGraw

Artist: Tim McGraw
Album: Let It Go
Year: 2007

The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved ones in case he dies in battle. He talks about how much he loves them and how proud he is to be fighting for his country.

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4. Army by Ben Folds

Artist: Ben Folds
Album: The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner
Year: 1999

The song is about a young man who is drafted into the army and is shipped off to war. He is scared and doesn’t want to go, but he knows he has to. He leaves his family and friends behind and goes to fight for his country.

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5. Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrus

Artist: Billy Ray Cyrus
Album: Some Gave All
Year: 1992

The song is about soldiers who have died in battle. The singer talks about how they gave everything for their country and how they will never be forgotten.

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6. Hero of War by Rise Against

Artist: Rise Against
Album: Appeal to Reason
Year: 2008

The song Hero of War by Rise Against is a song about a soldier who has seen the horrors of war and is struggling to come to terms with them. The song is told from the soldier’s perspective and details the events that have led him to this point. The soldier talks about how he was drafted into the army and how he was sent to fight in a war that he doesn’t believe in. He talks about the friends that he has lost and the things that he has seen. The soldier is struggling to deal with the trauma of war and is seeking help from anyone who will listen.

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7. Ballad of the Green Berets by Barry Sadler

Artist: Barry Sadler
Album:
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The song is about the Green Berets, an elite group of soldiers in the United States Army. It tells the story of their training and their dedication to their country.

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8. Wrong Side of Heaven by Five Finger Death Punch

Artist: Five Finger Death Punch
Album: The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell, Volume 1
Year: 2013

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health and feeling like they are on the wrong side of heaven. They are feeling lost and alone, and they are trying to find their way back to the right side.

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9. This Ain’t No Rag, It’s a Flag by Charlie Daniels

Artist: Charlie Daniels
Album: The Live Record
Year: 2001

This song is about the American flag and how it represents freedom. The song talks about how the flag is a symbol of everything that is good about America and how it should be respected.

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II. Rap Songs About Veterans

1. Soldiers by Eminem

Artist: Eminem
Album: Encore
Year: 2004

The song is about the struggles of soldiers returning home from war. It talks about the struggles they go through and how they are often forgotten about.

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2. Why (The Veterans Anthem) by Soldier Hard

Artist: Soldier Hard
Album: Group Therapy
Year: 2013

The song is a tribute to veterans, both living and dead. It talks about the sacrifices they have made and how they have never been forgotten.

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3. Veteran by The-Dream

Artist: The-Dream
Album: Love King
Year: 2010

The-Dream’s song “Veteran” is about a man who has been through a lot in his life and is now a veteran. He has seen and done things that most people can’t even imagine, and he’s still standing. He’s not afraid of anything anymore, and he’s ready to take on the world.

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4. Welcome Home by Coheed and Cambria

Artist: Coheed and Cambria
Album: Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through the Eyes of Madness
Year: 2005

Welcome Home is a song by American rock band Coheed and Cambria, released as the second single from their fourth studio album, Good Apollo, I’m Burning Star IV, Volume One: From Fear Through the Eyes of Madness (2005). The song peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and at number 19 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.

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5. Me Name Jr. Gong by Damian Marley

Artist: Damian Marley
Album: Mr. Marley
Year: 1996

“Me Name Jr. Gong” is a song by Jamaican reggae artist Damian Marley. It was released on October 4, 2005, as the first single from his second studio album Welcome to Jamrock. The song peaked at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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6. Veteran’s Memorial by Prodigy

Artist: Prodigy
Album: H.N.I.C.
Year: 2000

The song is about a veteran’s memorial and how it represents the sacrifices that veterans have made.

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7. Redcon 1 by Sabo

Artist: Sabo
Album: Modern Warfare 2.0 Digging in the Crates
Year: 2011

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health and is trying to cope with it.

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8. Navy Hymn by United States Navy Band

Artist: United States Navy Band
Album: Seawolf
Year: 2006

The Navy Hymn is a hymn of the United States Navy. The lyrics were written by Rev. William Whiting in 1860, and the music was composed by John Dykes in 1866. The hymn is also known as “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”.

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9. Red Flags by Soldier Hard

Artist: Soldier Hard
Album: Group Therapy
Year: 2013

The song ‘Red Flags’ by Soldier Hard is a song about a relationship that is on the rocks. The singer is warning the person they are with that there are red flags all around them, and that they need to be careful. The relationship is in trouble, and the singer is trying to warn the other person before it’s too late.

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10. Air Force Song by United States Air Force Band

Artist: United States Air Force Band
Album: Esprit de Corps: America’s Ceremonial Music
Year: 2013

The Air Force Song is the official song of the United States Air Force. It was written by Robert Crawford and was adopted as the official song in 1939. The song is about the Air Force and its mission.

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11. World War Cypher by The Marine Rapper

Artist: The Marine Rapper
Album: Culture War
Year: 2021

The Marine Rapper’s “World War Cypher” is a song about the current state of the world and the rapper’s wish for a better future. He talks about the problems with the world today and how they can be fixed. He also talks about how he wants to be a voice for the people and how he wants to make a difference.

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12. Coast Guard Hymn by Band of the Grenadier Guards

Artist: Band of the Grenadier Guards
Album: Sousa: Marches
Year: 1996

The song ‘Coast Guard Hymn by Band of the Grenadier Guards’ is a song about the coast guard and their dedication to their job. The song talks about how the coast guard is always there to help and protect those who are in need.

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13. The Battle Hymn of the Republic by Julia Ward Howe

Artist: Julia Ward Howe
Album:
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The Battle Hymn of the Republic is a patriotic song written by Julia Ward Howe during the American Civil War. The song is based on the tune of “John Brown’s Body” and calls for God’s justice against the enemies of the Union. The song became popular among Union soldiers and was later adopted as the official song of the Republican Party.

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14. Navy Hymn by United States Navy Band

Artist: United States Navy Band
Album: Seawolf
Year: 2006

The Navy Hymn is a hymn of the United States Navy. The lyrics were written by Rev. William Whiting in 1860, and the music was composed by John Dykes in 1866. The hymn is also known as “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”.

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15. Air Force Song by United States Air Force Band

Artist: United States Air Force Band
Album: Esprit de Corps: America’s Ceremonial Music
Year: 2013

The Air Force Song is the official song of the United States Air Force. It was written by Robert Crawford and was adopted as the official song in 1939. The song is about the Air Force and its mission.

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16. Coast Guard Hymn by Band of the Grenadier Guards

Artist: Band of the Grenadier Guards
Album: Sousa: Marches
Year: 1996

The song ‘Coast Guard Hymn by Band of the Grenadier Guards’ is a song about the coast guard and their dedication to their job. The song talks about how the coast guard is always there to help and protect those who are in need.

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III. Christian Songs About Veterans

1. MercyMe by 3. Unsung Heroes

Artist: 3. Unsung Heroes
Album:
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The song is about the importance of unsung heroes and how they make a difference in the world. It also talks about how sometimes people don’t realize the impact that these heroes have on their lives.

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IV. Country Songs About Veterans

1. American Soldier by Toby Keith

Artist: Toby Keith
Album: Shock’n Y’all
Year: 2003

The song is about a soldier who is fighting for his country. He is away from his family and friends, and he is missing them. He is also worried about the future, and whether or not he will make it back home.

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2. Arlington by Trace Adkins

Artist: Trace Adkins
Album: Songs About Me
Year: 2005

The song is about a soldier who has died in combat and is being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. The song is a tribute to all of the soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

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3. Have You Forgotten? by Darryl Worley

Artist: Darryl Worley
Album: Have You Forgotten?
Year: 2003

The song is about the 9/11 terrorist attacks and how America has responded to them. The singer asks if America has forgotten what happened and if they are still fighting for the same things.

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4. Letters From Home by John Michael Montgomery

Artist: John Michael Montgomery
Album: Letters from Home
Year: 2004

The song is about a soldier who is fighting in a war and is missing home. He writes letters to his family and friends back home, telling them about his experiences. He talks about the things he’s seen and the people he’s met, and how much he misses them all.

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5. Angels Among Us by Alabama

Artist: Alabama
Album: Cheap Seats
Year: 1993

The song is about people who have passed away and are now angels watching over us. It talks about how they are always with us even though we can’t see them.

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6. Riding with Private Malone by David Ball

Artist: David Ball
Album: Amigo
Year: 2001

The song is about a Vietnam War veteran who is struggling to readjust to life back home. He turns to alcohol to help him cope with the memories of the war.

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7. I Drive Your Truck by Lee Brice

Artist: Lee Brice
Album: Hard 2 Love
Year: 2012

The song is about a man who is driving his truck, thinking about the woman he loves. He remembers all the things they used to do together, and how much he misses her.

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8. God Bless the USA by Lee Greenwood

Artist: Lee Greenwood
Album: You’ve Got a Good Love Comin’
Year: 1984

The song is about patriotism and love for one’s country. It talks about how the USA is a great place to live and how the people who live there are proud to be Americans. It also talks about how the USA is a blessed country and how its people are lucky to live there.

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9. If You’re Reading This by Tim McGraw

Artist: Tim McGraw
Album: Let It Go
Year: 2007

The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved ones in case he dies in battle. He talks about how much he loves them and how proud he is to be fighting for his country.

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10. I’m Proud to Be an American by Lee Greenwood

Artist: Lee Greenwood
Album: You’ve Got a Good Love Comin’
Year: 1984

The song is about patriotism and being proud to be an American. The lyrics talk about the freedoms that we have in America and how lucky we are to live in such a great country.

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11. Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrus

Artist: Billy Ray Cyrus
Album: Some Gave All
Year: 1992

The song is about soldiers who have died in battle. The singer talks about how they gave everything for their country and how they will never be forgotten.

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12. Still In Saigon by Charlie Daniels

Artist: Charlie Daniels
Album: Windows
Year: 1982

The song is about a Vietnam vet who is struggling to readjust to life back in the States. He is haunted by memories of the war and the friends he lost.

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13. The Home of the Brave by Mark Wills

Artist: Mark Wills
Album: Looking for America
Year: 2010

The song is about a soldier who is coming home from war and is eager to see his family and friends again. He talks about how he has missed them all and how he is looking forward to being home again.

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14. Travelin’ Soldier by The Chicks

Artist: The Chicks
Album: Home
Year: 2002

The song is about a young soldier who is in love with a girl he met at a bar. He is deployed to Vietnam and is killed in action. The girl he loved is left heartbroken.

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15. Home by Dierks Bentley

Artist: Dierks Bentley
Album: Home
Year: 2012

The song “Home” by Dierks Bentley is a song about a man who is away from home and is longing to be back with his family and friends. The song is set in a country music style and is very catchy and easy to sing along to. The lyrics are very relatable and many people can relate to the feeling of being away from home and wanting to be back with loved ones.

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16. This Ain’t No Rag, It’s a Flag by Charlie Daniels

Artist: Charlie Daniels
Album: The Live Record
Year: 2001

This song is about the American flag and how it represents freedom. The song talks about how the flag is a symbol of everything that is good about America and how it should be respected.

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17. This Ain’t No Rag, It’s a Flag by Charlie Daniels

Artist: Charlie Daniels
Album: The Live Record
Year: 2001

This song is about the American flag and how it represents freedom. The song talks about how the flag is a symbol of everything that is good about America and how it should be respected.

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V. R&B Songs About Veterans

1. Ballad of the Green Berets by Barry Sadler

Artist: Barry Sadler
Album:
Year:

The song is about the Green Berets, an elite group of soldiers in the United States Army. It tells the story of their training and their dedication to their country.

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2. Homesick by Kane Brown, Río Roma

Artist: Kane Brown, Río Roma
Album: Rojo
Year: 2021

The song is about a man who is homesick for his home country. He is longing for the familiar sights and sounds of home, and he is missing his friends and family.

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3. Soldier by Destiny’s Child

Artist: Destiny’s Child
Album: Destiny Fulfilled
Year: 2004

The song is about a woman who is in love with a soldier who is going off to war. She is telling him that she will wait for him and that she will always love him.

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4. Khe Sanh by Cold Chisel

Artist: Cold Chisel
Album: Cold Chisel
Year: 1978

“Khe Sanh” is a song by Cold Chisel, released as a single in 1978 from the album of the same name. The song was written by lead singer Jimmy Barnes and is about the Vietnam War.

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5. I’m Already There by Lonestar

Artist: Lonestar
Album: I’m Already There
Year: 2001

I’m Already There is a song about a man who is away from his home and family, but he is always with them in spirit. He is always thinking about them and he misses them dearly.

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6. Homesick by Kane Brown, Río Roma

Artist: Kane Brown, Río Roma
Album: Rojo
Year: 2021

The song is about a man who is homesick for his home country. He is longing for the familiar sights and sounds of home, and he is missing his friends and family.

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VI. Latest Songs About Veterans

1. Tin Soldier by Mark Addison Chandler

Artist: Mark Addison Chandler
Album: Tin Soldier
Year: 2021

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in love with someone else. The man is trying to convince the woman to leave her current relationship and be with him instead.

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2. Soldier’s Gift by Josh Turner

Artist: Josh Turner
Album: King Size Manger
Year: 2021

Josh Turner’s “Soldier’s Gift” is a song about a soldier who is killed in action and his wife who is left behind. The song is told from the perspective of the soldier’s wife. She talks about how she misses her husband and how she wishes she could have given him one last gift.

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3. Remember the Lost Ones by Cody Wayne

Artist: Cody Wayne
Album: Bad Influence
Year: 2019

The song is about a young man who is remembering a girl he used to know. He remembers the good times they had together, and how she made him feel. He also remembers the day she died, and how he has never forgotten her.

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4. Homesick by Kane Brown, Río Roma

Artist: Kane Brown, Río Roma
Album: Rojo
Year: 2021

The song is about a man who is homesick for his home country. He is longing for the familiar sights and sounds of home, and he is missing his friends and family.

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5. The Walking Wounded by Rosanne Cash

Artist: Rosanne Cash
Album: Forever Words
Year: 2018

The song is about a soldier who is wounded in battle and is trying to make his way home. He is helped by a woman who finds him and helps him to safety.

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6. The War After the War by Mary Gauthier

Artist: Mary Gauthier
Album: Rifles & Rosary Beads
Year: 2018

The War After the War is about the aftermath of war and the struggles that veterans face when they return home. The song is told from the perspective of a veteran who is struggling to readjust to civilian life. The veteran is struggling with PTSD and is struggling to find a job. The song is about the challenges that veterans face when they return home from war.

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7. Still a Soldier by Trace Adkins

Artist: Trace Adkins
Album: Something’s Going On
Year: 2017

The song is about a soldier who is coming home from war. He is tired and battered, but he is still a soldier. He is still fighting for his country.

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8. God Bless The U.S.A. by Lee Greenwood

Artist: Lee Greenwood
Album: You’ve Got a Good Love Comin’
Year: 1984

The song is a patriotic anthem about the beauty and greatness of the United States of America. The lyrics talk about the various aspects of the country that make it great, from the mountains and valleys, to the rivers and seas. The song also talks about the people who have made the country what it is today, both the men and women who have fought for its freedom, and those who have worked hard to make it the prosperous nation it is today. In the end, the song is a tribute to the country and its people, and a prayer that God will continue to bless the USA.

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9. Ballad of the Green Berets by Barry Sadler

Artist: Barry Sadler
Album:
Year:

The song is about the Green Berets, an elite group of soldiers in the United States Army. It tells the story of their training and their dedication to their country.

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10. Soldier’s Last Letter by Ernest Tubb

Artist: Ernest Tubb
Album:
Year:

The song is about a soldier who is writing a letter to his loved one before he goes into battle. He knows that he may not come back, but he wants her to know how much he loves her. He tells her to keep him in her thoughts and prayers, and he will do the same for her.

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11. Homesick by Kane Brown, Río Roma

Artist: Kane Brown, Río Roma
Album: Rojo
Year: 2021

The song is about a man who is homesick for his home country. He is longing for the familiar sights and sounds of home, and he is missing his friends and family.

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12. World War Cypher by The Marine Rapper

Artist: The Marine Rapper
Album: Culture War
Year: 2021

The Marine Rapper’s “World War Cypher” is a song about the current state of the world and the rapper’s wish for a better future. He talks about the problems with the world today and how they can be fixed. He also talks about how he wants to be a voice for the people and how he wants to make a difference.

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VII. Pop Songs About Veterans

1. Johnny Cash by Johnny Cash

Artist: Johnny Cash
Album: Ragged Old Flag
Year: 1974

The song is about the life and career of country music legend Johnny Cash. It chronicles his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son, his rise to fame, and his eventual fall from grace. The song paints a picture of a man who was always struggling against the odds, but never gave up.

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2. Jimi Hendrix by ‘The Star Spangled Banner’

Artist: ‘The Star Spangled Banner’
Album:
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The song “Jimi Hendrix by ‘The Star Spangled Banner'” is a tribute to the legendary musician Jimi Hendrix. The song reflects on Hendrix’s life and career, and how he changed the face of music forever.

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3. John Mellencamp by ‘Pink Houses’

Artist: ‘Pink Houses’
Album:
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The song is about the singer’s hometown and how it has changed over the years. He talks about the people who have left and the ones who have stayed.

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4. James Brown by James Brown

Artist: James Brown
Album: Rocky IV: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Year: 1985

The song is about James Brown, and how he is the hardest working man in show business. He is also the Godfather of Soul, and has a lot of energy.

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5. Merle Haggard by Merle Haggard

Artist: Merle Haggard
Album: The Fightin’ Side of Me
Year: 1970

Merle Haggard is a song about the life of country music singer Merle Haggard. The song talks about his humble beginnings and how he rose to fame. It also talks about some of the struggles he faced throughout his life, including his battle with addiction.

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6. The Muffs by The Muffs

Artist: The Muffs
Album: Clueless – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Year: 1995

The Muffs is a song by The Muffs. The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with someone else. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she is the one for him and that he should forget about the other girl.

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7. Bruce Springsteen by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Live 1975–85
Year: 1986

The song is about the singer’s love for Bruce Springsteen and how he has inspired him.

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8. Don McLean by ‘American Pie’

Artist: ‘American Pie’
Album:
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The song is about the death of Buddy Holly, and the singer reflects on how the event changed the course of music.

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9. This Ain’t No Rag, It’s a Flag by Charlie Daniels

Artist: Charlie Daniels
Album: The Live Record
Year: 2001

This song is about the American flag and how it represents freedom. The song talks about how the flag is a symbol of everything that is good about America and how it should be respected.

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10. Bruce Springsteen by Bruce Springsteen

Artist: Bruce Springsteen
Album: Live 1975–85
Year: 1986

The song is about the singer’s love for Bruce Springsteen and how he has inspired him.

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11. James Brown by James Brown

Artist: James Brown
Album: Rocky IV: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Year: 1985

The song is about James Brown, and how he is the hardest working man in show business. He is also the Godfather of Soul, and has a lot of energy.

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12. The Muffs by The Muffs

Artist: The Muffs
Album: Clueless – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Year: 1995

The Muffs is a song by The Muffs. The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with someone else. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she is the one for him and that he should forget about the other girl.

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13. Johnny Cash by Johnny Cash

Artist: Johnny Cash
Album: Ragged Old Flag
Year: 1974

The song is about the life and career of country music legend Johnny Cash. It chronicles his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son, his rise to fame, and his eventual fall from grace. The song paints a picture of a man who was always struggling against the odds, but never gave up.

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14. Merle Haggard by Merle Haggard

Artist: Merle Haggard
Album: The Fightin’ Side of Me
Year: 1970

Merle Haggard is a song about the life of country music singer Merle Haggard. The song talks about his humble beginnings and how he rose to fame. It also talks about some of the struggles he faced throughout his life, including his battle with addiction.

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