John Wayne, Dean Martin, Glen Campbell, And 31 More Singers Perform 'God Bless America'

Sep 22, 2020 by apost team

There are only a few songs that show patriotism as much as “God Bless America.” Whether you love your country or not, the song will move you when you hear it for the first time.

John Wayne, Glen Campbell, and Dean Martin were among 31 other artists who sang the song together, and it is moving. The song has been part of American history, and Americans from all walks of life recognize it. It is a song that tells of the souls and the love of Americans.

Wayne starts the song by showing his love for his country. He says he loves his country and he is willing to go that extra mile for his country. He ends the introduction by saying “God Bless America” and the song starts. This simple introduction captures the attention of anyone watching the video for the first time.

It triggers a sense of love for the country, and you will likely remember the song many years after you've heard it. It might have taken a lot of time to put together the artists and the stage for the song. When it ends, all the artists are standing on a giant stage. It looks beautiful.

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One thing that makes this song moving is the talent of all the artists in the song. According to Texas Hill Country, the song brought together musicians such as Johnny Cash, Lucille Ball, Dan Blocker, Dennis Weaver, Jack Benny, Leslie Uggams, Roscoe Lee Brown, Tom Smothers, Glen Campbell, Red Skelton, Roy Clark, William Shatner, Bing Crosby, Dan Rowan, Dick Martin, Phyllis Diller, Lorne Greene, Celeste Holm, Doodletown Pipers, Michael Landon, Hugh O’Brien, Bob Hope, Rick Nelson, Ann-Margret, David Nelson, Dean Martin, Greg Morris, Ross Martin, and Ed McMahon.

“God Bless America” has been sung since 1918. The song is the work of immigrant Irving Berlin during World War I. He revised the song during World War II, which was later recorded by Kate Smith. In times when the world is facing a global pandemic, the song comes in to give hope to Americans. It is a prayer to God.

It starts by noting that Americans raise their voices in prayer asking God to stand behind America and help her find peace and blessings. The song has been used in campaigns and in so many forums where Americans felt the need for intervention from God. It is also common in sports events where American teams take part.

The song has been used on happy occasions as much as during turmoil. It was an anthem for protesting workers in the 1940s and for students fighting racial segregation in the same period. In the 1980s, it turned into an anthem for anti-abortion crusaders. It is a staple at pro-war rallies. Everyone from immigrants to admirers of America have found something in the song. More than 100 years later, the song still holds its power as a prayer and a form of motivation for Americans.

When John Wayne sang “God Bless America” with an ensemble of other artists, they aimed at bringing hope to Americans wherever they are in the world. In his introduction, Wayne says that unless we all try, we will never know what works for the country. It is an inspiration to do more. So many people have sung the song, but John Wayne and his team of artists brought out the soul of the song, making everyone relate to the lyrics even more.

You might have to watch the song a few times. Does the song inspire your sense of patriotism? Check it out below and let us know how you feel after watching.