Red White & Blue
Lynyrd Skynyrd
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We don't have no plastic l.a. friends Ain't on the edge of no popular trend Ain't never seen the inside of that magazine gq We don't care if you're a lawyer or a texas oil man Or some waitress busting ass at some liquor stand If you got soul we hang out with people just like you Well my hairs turning white My necks always been red My collars still blue We've always been here Just trying to sing a truth to you Guess you could say We've always been Red white and blue Ride our own bikes to sturges pay are own dues Smokin' camels and drinking domestic brews If you want to know where I've been just look at my hands Yeah I've driven by the white house and spent some time in jail Mama cried but she still wouldn't pay my bail I ain't been no angel but even god he understands Well my hairs turning white My necks always been red My collars still blue We've always been here Just trying to sing the truth to you Guess you could say We've always been Red white and blue Yeah that's right My daddy worked hard and so have I We paid our taxes and gave our lives To serve this great country So what are they complaining about Yeah we love our families we love our kids You know it's love that makes us all so rich That's where were at If they don't like it they can just get the hell out, yeah Well my hair's turning white My neck's always been red My collar's still blue We've always been here Just trying to sing the truth to you Well my hair's turning white My neck's always been red My collar's still blue We've always been here Just trying to sing the truth to you Guess you could say We've always been Red white and blue Red white and blue Ya know, ya know, ya know Red white and blue Yeah, red white and blue
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Written by: BRAD WARREN, BRETT WARREN, DONNIE VAN ZANT, JOHNNY VAN ZANT
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12 facts about this song
Release Date'Red White & Blue' by Lynyrd Skynyrd was released on their album titled 'Vicious Cycle' on May 20, 2003.
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Genre ClassificationThis song fits into the Southern Rock genre, the category for which Lynyrd Skynyrd is particularly famous.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Johnny Van Zant, Donnie Van Zant, and Brett Warren. Johnny Van Zant is the band's lead vocalist and Donnie is his brother.
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Patriotic ThemesThe song is seen as a patriotic anthem, with its themes of American pride and love for the country featuring prominently in the lyrics.
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Longevity of the BandLynyrd Skynyrd, known for their enduring presence in rock music, has been performing since the late 1960s. Despite having undergone multiple line-up changes and recovering from tragedies like the 1977 plane crash, the band continues to perform, with 'Red White & Blue' being one of their newer popular songs.
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Live Performances'Red White & Blue' is frequently performed during Lynyrd Skynyrd's live shows. Their energetic performances and the song’s inspiring lyrics make it a crowd favorite.
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Music VideoThe official music video for 'Red White & Blue' features a variety of images and clips showcasing American life, people, and landscapes, alongside footage of the band performing the song.
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Album SuccessThe 'Vicious Cycle' album which houses 'Red White & Blue', debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard 200 chart. This was their highest debut since their album 'Street Survivors' in 1977.
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Song MessageThe song reinforces Lynyrd Skynyrd's public image as a band deeply rooted in the Southern United States culture. Lyrics like "If they don't like it they can just get the hell out" express a sense of American defiance and pride.
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ContributorsThe song was engineered by Rodney Mills, who has worked with Lynyrd Skynyrd on several other projects.
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Influence'Red White & Blue' continues to influence other Southern Rock bands that regard Lynyrd Skynyrd as a cornerstone of the genre.
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ReceptionThe song is well-regarded among Lynyrd Skynyrd fan communities for its powerful lyrics and hard rock melodies.
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