American Soldier

Toby Keith

About American Soldier

"American Soldier" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in November 2003 as the second single from his album Shock'n Y'all. It became a number one hit on the Billboard U. S. Hot Country Songs chart, keeping the top spot for four weeks. Keith wrote the song with Chuck Cannon.


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2003
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I'm just trying to be a father
Raise a daughter and a son
Be a lover to their mother
Everything to everyone
Up and at 'em bright and early
I'm all business in my suit
Yeah, I'm dressed up for success
From my head down to my boots

I don't do it for the money
There's bills that I can't pay
I don't do it for the glory
I just do it anyway
Providing for our future's my responsibility
Yeah, I'm real good under pressure
Being all that I can be

And I can't call in sick on Mondays
When the weekends been too strong
I just work straight through the holidays
And sometimes all night long
You can bet that I stand ready
When the wolf growls at the door
Hey, I'm solid, hey I'm steady
Hey I'm true down to the core

And I will always do my duty
No matter what the price
I've counted up the cost
I know the sacrifice
Oh, and I don't want to die for you
But if dyin's asked of me
I'll bear that cross with honor
'Cause freedom don't come free

I'm an American soldier, an American
Beside my brothers and my sisters
I will proudly take a stand
When liberty's in jeopardy
I will always do what's right
I'm out here on the front lines
sleep in peace tonight
American soldier, I'm an American soldier

yeah, an American soldier, an American
Beside my brothers and my sisters
I will proudly take a stand
When liberty's in jeopardy
I will always do what's right
I'm out here on the front lines
so sleep in peace tonight
American soldier, I'm an American

an American
an American soldier

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Toby Keith

Toby Keith Covel (born July 8, 1961), best known as Toby Keith, is an American country music singer-songwriter, record producer and actor. Keith released his first four studio albums—1993's Toby Keith, 1994's Boomtown, 1996's Blue Moon and 1997's Dream Walkin', plus a Greatest Hits package for various divisions of Mercury Records before leaving Mercury in 1998. These albums all earned gold or higher certification, and produced several chart singles, including his debut "Should've Been a Cowboy", which topped the country charts and was the most played country song of the 1990s. The song has received three million spins since its release, according to Broadcast Music Incorporated. more »

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Written by: Chuck Cannon, Toby Keith

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15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"American Soldier" is a country song from the genre of country music and patriotic country.
Album Information
It is a part of the album "Shock'n Y'all," which was released by Toby Keith in November 2003.
Chart Performance
"American Soldier" peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 2004.
Song Duration
The song has a duration of 4 minutes and 23 seconds.
Theme
"American Soldier" is based on the life of military personnel in the United States. The lyrics express the hardships they face and their unwavering commitment to the nation.
Inspiration for the Song
Toby Keith was inspired to create "American Soldier" and other patriotic songs after a visit to Afghanistan and a meeting with a wounded Marine Corps.
Song Writers
The song was written by Toby Keith and Chuck Cannon.
Certification
"American Soldier" has been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Video Description
The music video features Toby Keith singing in a warfield-type setting with scenes of soldiers and their families interspersed throughout.
Popular Culture
The song is often played at military events and patriotic celebrations in the United States, demonstrating its cultural significance.
Public Reception
"American Soldier" has been both praised for its genuine expression of support for American troops and criticized for what some perceive as a glorification of war.
Charitable Use
The success of "American Soldier" and other tracks on Shock'n Y'all assisted Toby Keith in creating his charity, the Toby Keith Foundation, which assists children with cancer and their families.
Live Performances
Toby Keith has performed "American Soldier" live at numerous concerts and events, making it one of his most well-known tracks.
Impact on Career
The success of "American Soldier" contributed to Toby Keith being named the Top Male Vocalist by the Country Music Association in 2004.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists and military choirs, highlighting its enduring popularity and significance.

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