Back in the U.S.A.

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"Back in the U. S. A." is a song written by Chuck Berry that was released in 1959 and was a top 40 hit. A cover version in 1978 by Linda Ronstadt was also a hit.


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Oh well, oh well, I feel so good today
We touched ground on an international runway
Jet propelled back home, from over the seas to the U. S. A.

New York, Los Angeles, oh, how I yearned for you
Detroit, Chicago, Chattanooga, Baton Rouge
Let alone just to be at my home back in ol' St. Lou

Did I miss the skyscrapers, did I miss the long freeway?
From the coast of California to the shores of Delaware Bay
You can bet your life I did, till I got back to the U. S. A.

Looking hard for a drive-in, searching for a corner café
Where hamburgers sizzle on an open grill night and day
Yeah, and a juke-box jumping with records like in the U.S.A.

Well, I'm so glad I'm livin' in the U.S.A.
Yes. I'm so glad I'm livin' in the U.S.A.
Anything you want, we got right here in the U.S.A.

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Linda Ronstadt

Linda Marie Ronstadt (born July 15, 1946) is an American popular music recording artist. She has earned eleven Grammy Awards, two Academy of Country Music awards, an Emmy Award, an ALMA Award, numerous United States and internationally certified gold, platinum and multiplatinum albums, in addition to Tony Award and Golden Globe nominations. more »

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Written by: CHUCK BERRY

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Back in the U.S.A." is a song written by Chuck Berry that was released in 1959.
Artist Contributions
Although Chuck Berry originally wrote and performed the song, Linda Ronstadt covered it in 1978 and her version also became very popular.
Recognition
Berry's original version peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, signifying its popularity at the time.
Influence
It has been widely recognized as an influential early rock and roll song, with its fast-paced, upbeat rhythm and catchy lyrics about the joys of being back home in America after traveling abroad.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics reflect Berry's experience of touring other countries, and his relief and happiness at returning to the familiar sights, sounds, and tastes of the United States.
The Beatles Connection
The song has a connection with The Beatles as they wrote "Back in the U.S.S.R." as a parody of this song.
Ronstadt's Cover
Linda Ronstadt’s version appeared on her album "Living in the USA". Her rendition became a Top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978.
Cultural Impact
The song remains a seminal piece of the rock and roll canon and is frequently used to illustrate the genre's excitement and energy.
Fame
"Back in the USA" was named as one of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll.
Recognition by Rolling Stone
In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song as #364 in their list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time".

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