10 Patriotic Tracks to Celebrate America’s Birthday

Many hit tunes have recognized America in their titles and lyrics. Grand Funk Railroad topped the pop charts in 1973 with “We’re an American Band.” In 2009, Miley Cyrus had a “Party in the U.S.A.” while John Mellencamp showed fans how to “R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.” in 1985, and Dion celebrated some iconic Americans with “Abraham, Martin and John” in 1968.

Then there are the bestsellers that honor the red, white and blue by paying homage to the very spirit of a nation. Here are a few to get you humming …