Lee Greenwood - God Bless the USA

[DJ Spanky]

If tomorrow all the things were gone I'd worked for all my life
And I had to start again with just my children and my wife
I'd thank my lucky stars to be livin' 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 as 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 USA

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 LA
Well, there's pride in every American heart
And it's time to stand and say that

I'm proud to be an American where as 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 USA

 

[HeavenUniv.]

THANK YOU<DJ. GOD Bless to all Americans,especially those who lost family on September 11.

 

[DJ Spanky]

I heard this played this morning after the moment of silence at 8:46 am.

That picture is of the flag at Ft. McHenry in Baltimore. I thought half mast was appropriate.

 

[LevaosLectures]

This is one of the worst songs ever written. It makes my ears bleed. Many many better patriotic songs.

 

[applesktrack]

This is one of the worst songs ever written. It makes my ears bleed. Many many better patriotic songs.

Strongly Disagree

 

[PiscatawayMike]

This is one of the worst songs ever written. It makes my ears bleed. Many many better patriotic songs.

Often called the “unofficial National Anthem,” in 2003—the 20th anniversary of its release—online voters named this powerful song the “most recognizable patriotic song” in the nation. And, after nearly 25 years, the song Lee wrote to show his appreciation for his country and his willingness to defend it still routinely brings crowds to their feet at the opening strains of the first chorus. While cynics may describe it as jingoistic, there are a good many citizens who, to this day, cannot hear its heartfelt championing of America’s virtues without getting misty

http://www.greatamericancountry.com/living/lifestyles/top-20-patriotic-songs

 

[Kbee3]

This is one of the worst songs ever written. It makes my ears bleed. Many many better patriotic songs.

I agree.
"where at least I know I'm free" is particularly painful to listen to.

 

[DJ Spanky]

This ... song ... makes my ears bleed.

And right there is another reason why I like this song!

 

[B1GRU91]

I agree.
"where at least I know I'm free" is particularly painful to listen to.

I'm with you guys, song is awful. First time I heard it was performed live for the crew of the USS Nimitz in 86, I was part of the crew. Sugar sweet patriotic BS.

 

[drmike21]

I doubt the crew of the Nimitz would agree the you

 

[mikefla]

Lee Greenwood married a local gal in Lake Co Fla(I am in Mt Dora)..his portrait is on the nearby Sumter Co Fair main building...Ive heard/seen him sing this a half dozen times......great song!

 

[RUJohnny]

Really dislike this song. Part that offends me
"won't forget the men who died, and gave that right to me."

Men do not give rights to other men. They can infringe upon them, recognize them, and protect them, but basic human rights, including freedom are either God-given or inherent by birth depending on your religious position.

It's been a long time since the US military fought to protect our right to freedom here at home. No one alive can remember those men.