Everything you need for a patriotic Fourth of July
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As preparation for the Fourth of July is in full swing and patriots across the country are shopping for hot dogs, hamburgers and fireworks, the nation is beaming with pride.
Whether you are hosting a party this 4th or heading to the beach for a day in the sun, you need a themed playlist to help you get in the spirit of the day.
Your playlist should have a good balance of patriotic anthems like "God Bless the USA" and "The Stars and Stripes Forever," as well as dance hits such as "Party in the U.S.A." and "Firework" that prove fitting for the day.
You're sure to be filled with patriotism by listening to these patriotic hits. (iStock)
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Here are 50 songs to get you started with your Fourth of July playlist that are sure to fill you and your guests with pride and patriotism.
1. "God Bless the USA," Lee Greenwood
2. "Only in America," Brooks & Dunn
3. "Red White & Blue," Lynyrd Skynyrd
4. "Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to Be Cowboys," Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson
5. "Take Me Home, Country Roads," John Denver
6. "Living in America," James Brown
7. "Party in the U.S.A.," Miley Cyrus
8. "The Stars and Stripes Forever," John Philip Sousa
9. "American Saturday Night," Brad Paisley
10. "America," Simon & Garfunkel
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11. "America the Beautiful," Ray Charles
12. "The Star-Spangled Banner," Whitney Houston
Patriotic songs, including some featured on this playlist, are often played alongside firework shows on and leading up to the Fourth of July. (iStock)
13. "Ragged Old Flag," Johnny Cash
14. "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue," Toby Keith
15. "Made In America," Toby Keith
16. "American Soldier," Toby Keith
17. "American Ride," Toby Keith
18. "Beer For My Horses," Toby Keith
19. "Firework," Katy Perry
20. "The Rising," Bruce Springsteen
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21. "Glory Days," Bruce Springsteen
22. "American Land," Bruce Springsteen
23. "Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly," Aaron Tippin
24. "Fly Over States," Jason Aldean
25. "America Will Always Stand," Randy Travis
26. "This Land is Your Land," Sam Hunt
27. "American Girl," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Whether you're hosting a party for the 4th or heading out for the day to the beach or another destination, you can get in the spirit of the day with these songs. (iStock)
28. "American Kids," Kenny Chesney
29. "All-American Girl," Carrie Underwood
30. "Fast Cars and Freedom," Rascal Flatts
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31. "Independence Day," Martina McBride
32. "I Love My Country," Florida Georgia Line
33. "Travelin' Soldier," The Dixie Chicks
34. "If You're Reading This," Tim McGraw
35. "Small Town USA," Justin Moore
36. "The Ones That Didn't Make It Back Home," Justin Moore
37. "Where I Come From," Montgomery Gentry
38. "Something To Be Proud Of," Montgomery Gentry
39. "Dixieland Delight," Alabama
40. "Song of the South," Alabama
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41. "Mr. Red, White and Blue," Coffey Anderson
42. "God's Country," Blake Shelton
43. "R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A. (A Salute To 60's Rock)," John Mellencamp
A great Fourth of July playlist includes upbeat songs as well as classic ballads. (iStock)
44. "Jack & Diane," John Mellencamp
45. "It's America," Rodney Atkins
46. "Southern Nights," Glen Campbell
47. "It's A Great Day To Be Alive," Travis Tritt
48. "Chicken Fried," Zac Brown Band
49. "On the 4th of July," James Taylor
50. "USA," Fillmore, Pitbull
51. "Semper Fi," Trace Adkins
52. "Some Gave All," Billy Ray Cyrus
53. "If I Don't Make It Back," Tracy Lawrence
54. "Happy Birthday America," Toby Keith
55. "Heaven Was Needing A Hero," Jo De Messina
56. "Sweet Home Alabama," Lynyrd Skynyrd
57. "We Didn't Start the Fire," Billy Joel
58. "Copperhead Road," Steve Earle
59. "John Deere Green," Joe Diffie
60. "Firecracker," Josh Turner
61. "Kick the Dust Up," Luke Bryan
62. "Where were You (When the World Stopped Turning)," Alan Jackson
63. "For You," Keith Urban
64. "Home," Dierks Bentley
65. "I'm Already There," Lonestar
66. "I Hold On," Dierks Bentley
67. "Arlington," Trace Adkins
68. "America Will Survive," Hank Williams Jr.
69. "Have You Forgotten," Darryl Worley
70. "You Should Be Here," Cole Swindell
