50 Patriotic Songs that Celebrate the U.S.A.

The tale of "the day the music died" recounts the tragic plane crash that killed early rock 'n' roll stars Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens. It might be long, but it'll likely make the whole group sing along.

Calling All Clueless fans! This number was a standout on the soundtrack, and remains a vibrant celebration of the perpetual changing of the guard of American youth.

Confidence and enthusiasm are two absolute American trademarks, and this catchy pop number nods to both while deftly toeing the line of satire.

Combining the Civil War songs "Dixie" and "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," along with the spiritual "All My Trials," this medley was a nod to unifying the country. It would also become a staple of every Presley performance.

Written for Diamond's 1980 film The Jazz Singer, this epic song gives a history of those who have made the journey to live in America. This particular performance is dedicated to Diamond's grandmother, who immigrated from Kyiv to America in the early 1900s.

Widely considered to be one of the most perfect renditions (if not the most perfect) of the National Anthem, Houston's performance will fill your soul with pride.

This emotional country tune inspires with the lyrics: "Whenever anybody says / There's anything we can't do / 'Cause after all / There's an American flag on the moon."

This thoughtful song celebrates the resiliency and strength of America. Bentley will inspire reflections of your own with lyrics like: "Brave, gotta call it brave / To chase that dream across the sea / Names, and they signed their names / For something they believed."

No matter how many times you've heard Charles's cover (at fireworks shows and sporting events), its singular beauty never fails to bring a tear to the eye.

Singing about how "The prayer of every man/Is to know how freedom feels," this chart-topping country song is a moving tribute to America.

Although she's Canadian, Dion's emotional rendition of the anthem moved the world when she performed it shortly after the September 11 attacks.

Originally written in 1831, this patriotic song has been covered memorably by many over the decades. The a cappella version by the Soldiers' Chorus of The United States Army Field band is simple yet so moving.

This bittersweet folk song is patriotic in a low-key way for its inspiration, one of the most American experiences of all: the road trip.

Go ahead and try not to groove to Brown's over-the-top anthem that practically compels you to celebrate, well, living in America. What could be more patriotic than that?

You'll want to strike up a band when you hear this spirited masterpiece, which became the official National March of the United States in 1987.

Berry's tribute to America, "where hamburgers sizzle on an open grill night and day," is perfect for Fourth of July celebrations.

Kick the party into high gear with this unapologetically high-energy song that's all about trying to achieve the American dream—no matter what yours is.

Paisley's patriotic country hit proves that it's the little things that make life in America great—like relaxing with an Italian ice or a margarita.