HERE’S YOUR JULY 4 PLAYLIST:

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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