Although all country music songs aren't inherently patriotic ... for reflecting the best qualities of being American: hardworking, hopeful and proud, a love for family, honor for our troops ...

Among other things, I learned that Greenwood has always asserted that the song, which proclaims “I’m proud to be an American where at least I know I’m free,” is “apolitical” and belongs to all ...

Lee Greenwood will be performing before Carrie Underwood takes the stage at President-elect Donald Trump's Inauguration on Monday ...