Best USA Songs: America, F*ck Yeah!
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In this special Independence Day episode of Past Tens, hosts Dave and Milt delve into the top 10 greatest patriotic red, white, and blue songs of all time. They tally contributions from listeners, discuss the impact of each song, and even share amusing personal anecdotes. From Neil Diamond's 'America' to Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful,' the show is filled with iconic hits that celebrate the American spirit. The episode also touches on songs like 'Born in the USA' by Bruce Springsteen, Mellencamp classics, and even a comedic take with Team America's 'America, F*** Yeah.' Whether it's patriotic anthems or songs that capture the essence of American culture, this episode has it all. Tune in for a lively countdown that will surely get your 4th of July off to a great start. Now go have a hot dog. F Yeah!
Topics
00:52 Celebrating Independence Day
01:42 Top 10 Patriotic Songs Countdown Begins
04:19 Discussing the Songs and Their Rankings
05:59 Diving Deeper into the Top Patriotic Songs
25:41 Marvin Gaye's Iconic National Anthem
29:40 James Brown's 'Living in America' Breakdown
32:45 Dan Hartman's Version of 'Living in America'
35:49 Neil Diamond's 'America' and Its Impact
40:17 Patriotic Songs: Hits and Misses
50:33 Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA' Debate
56:46 Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful' Finale
01:01:13 Closing Remarks and 4th of July Wishes