Spangled Banner,” “ America the Beautiful” and “God Bless America” — all patriotic songs that celebrate America.

Lee Greenwood will celebrate the 40th anniversary of his iconic anthem “God Bless the USA” – a love letter to the country – and at 81 years old, he has no plans to slow down.

Lee Greenwood reflects on his patriotic anthem "God Bless the USA," explaining how the 40-year-old song continues to resonate across generations, even in politically divided times.

Greenwood, who plans to go back on the road after the inauguration, said “God Bless the USA”— which was inspired by Elvis’ “American Trilogy” of patriotic songs — will likely remain ...

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Greenwood discussed the inauguration, his relationship with Trump and the “God Bless the USA Bibles" with the AP. This interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.

Updated: Jan 17, 2025 / 10:26 AM CST Forty years ago, Lee Greenwood released “God Bless the U.S.A.,” a patriotic anthem that has become a standard at political gatherings.

Greenwood discussed the inauguration, his relationship with Trump and the “God Bless the USA Bibles" with the AP. This interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.