The Fourth of July is a time for celebrating in style. The key to having a legendary summer party is
to have the best drinks and the best playlist for the occasion. As Americans, we all know the importance of
individuality and fun, which is why there are so many varieties of Fourth of
July parties out there. From
entertaining kiddies with their sparklers and hot dogs, to rocking a killer
outdoor barbeque with dangerous explosives and excessive bandanas, each Fourth
of July party is unique.
Your party environment relies on the background music to fuel conversation, dancing, and drinking (The “Shots” song, anyone?!). Minimize party planning stress by relying on online music streaming websites to do the playlist creating for you.
Be sure to crank that Pandora station to randomize song choices, or use Spotify to play specific playlists and songs at the click of a mouse. You can also use sites like Grooveshark to upload your own music into the streaming mix.
If you want to have a kickass playlist to suite your party by streaming music and offering up awesome drink choices, the following list has got you covered.
Country Party on the Lake
If you’re planning a party with a “no shoes, no shirt, no
problem” motto, a country themed playlist will be a perfect fit. Start the day off right with some LiberTea to
go with those daisy dukes and ball caps. Here are the best songs to plug into a
music streaming website that’ll have you screaming “Yee-Haw, America!”
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“American Saturday Night” by Brad Paisley - “American Saturday
Night” originated from the TV show name “Saturday Night Live” and was the basis
for Paisley’s entire album.
“Only in America” by Brooks & Dunn - “Only in America” was
released in June 2001, but the song got grouped in with similar patriotic songs
all created in response to the September, 11 2011 attacks.
“All American Girl” by Carrie Underwood - Carrie Underwood
shared to Entertainment Weekly that the high note during the bridge in the song
is the highest she had ever hit.
“Made in America” by Toby Keith - Toby Keith almost left
this song off of his “Clancy’s Tavern” album because he thought he had “a lot
of America songs.”
“American Beautiful” The Henningsens - “American Beautiful”
was The Henningsens’ first single ever released from their debut album.
SIP: LiberTea
Poolside Pop Party
If your party calls for any combination of dancing,
swimming, and socializing, turn up any of these songs to get in the groove.
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“Party in the U.S.A.” by Miley Cyrus - “Party in the U.S.A.”
was originally written by and intended for pop singer Jessie J., however she
decided the track wasn’t edgy enough for her and it was eventually passed to Cyrus
to record.
“Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys - “Empire State of Mind”
went platinum 5 times and won 2 Grammy Awards.
“California Gurls” by Katy Perry - Perry has said this
song was made in response to “Empire State of Mind.” The song reached number
one in over ten countries.
“Fourth of July
(Fireworks)” by
Kelis - Although the “Fourth
of July” title implies a strong connection to U.S. culture, the song peaked at
#2 in Belgium.
“American Boy” by Estelle ft. Kanye West - This song by U.K.
R&B singer Estelle has been parodied numerous times with new names like
“Egyptian Boy” and “Australian Boy.”
SIP: Firecracker Shooters
Children’s Patriotic Party
If you’re hosting a party for all the kids in the
neighborhood, here are a few sing-a-long tunes that will rock their tiny world.
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“Yankee Doodle” - Alvin & The
Chipmunks covered this song for their debut album in 1959.
“You’re a Grand Ole Flag” - This patriotic march
was written in 1906 for the musical “George Washington Jr.”
“Celebration” by Kool & The Gang - This classic party
song is still heard today at events like weddings and hit #1 on five different
song charts in 1980 and 1981.
“Surfin’ in the USA” by The Beach Boys - This summertime anthem
was featured in the 1985 Michael J. Fox comedy “Teen Wolf.”
SIP: Patriotic Mocktail
SIP: Patriotic Mocktail
Rock ‘n Roll Barbeque
Gather all your Harley-ridin’, America-lovin’,
backyard-grillin’ boys and girls to a Rock themed barbeque that will leave
everyone wishing every day was the Fourth of July.
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“American Woman” by Lenny Kravitz - “American Woman” was
first released in 1970 by Canadian band The Guess Who and has been covered by
many artists, like Jimi Hendrix, in addition to Lenny Kravitz.
“Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynard Skynard - This southern rock
song was played in the film “Forrest Gump” as Forrest dances with his friend
Jenny in the living room of his Alabama home.
“Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen - Springsteen declined al
multi-million dollar offer by Chrysler to have the song be used in commercials.
“Don’t Tread on Me” by Metallica - The musical
introduction of the song includes an 8 bar phrase from the song “America” made
popular by “West Side Story.”
“American Badass” by Kid Rock - After the bombing of
the USS Cole in 2000, this song was broadcast over the ship’s PA system upon
leaving the port.
SIP: Go simple,
classic, and American with buckets of Yuengling Lager from America’s oldest
operating brewery.
Romantic Fireworks After-Party
Unwind after your Fourth of July festivities with some
relaxed holiday songs and a pitcher of Sangria to keep you cool.
“Star Spangled Banner” by Whitney Houston - The national anthem
was performed by Whitney Houston in 1991 at the Super Bowl and quickly became
one of TVs greatest moments and one of Houston’s most memorable performances.
“Imagine” by John Lennon - This song became the
most commercially successful and
critically acclaimed of Lennon’s solo career.
“United States of
Eurasia” by Muse - This song was placed
on Muse’s album titled
“The Resistance” and
is followed immediately by an instrumental solo called “Collateral Damage.”
“American Baby” by Dave Matthews Band - This song peaked at
#16 on Billboard Hot 100, which was Dave Matthews Band’s highest peak in the
U.S.
“Where We Left Off” by Hunter Hayes - This song appeared on
the soundtrack for the 2012 film “Act of Valor,” which starred actual active-duty
U.S. Navy SEALs and SWCC.
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