So instead, I’m sharing a look back at last year’s 4th of July fun! It may be a throwback, but the spirit is still the same—Happy 4th of July, and God Bless the USA!

So no, I’m not mourning the Fourth of July. I’m flying the flag even higher because I’m grateful to be here. God bless America, and Happy Independence Day. Ian is a syndicated columnist.

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‘God Bless America’ Kate Smith belted out this song for the first time on Nov. 11, 1938. The tune was started 20 years earlier by Irving Berlin, who finished it in 1938 and handed the song to ...

Explore this selection of paintings, poems, compositions and more to commemorate Independence Day.

Honorable mention goes to Marvin Gaye, who sang a soulful, funky version of the song at the 1983 NBA All-Star Game. ‘God Bless the U.S.A.’ Video unavailable Watch on YouTube Watch on ...

‘God Bless America’ Kate Smith belted out this song for the first time on Nov. 11, 1938. The tune was started 20 years earlier by Irving Berlin, who finished it in 1938 and handed the song to ...

From sea to shining sea, music has defined how Americans see themselves -- and their country. On the Fourth of July, these songs and artists have captured the essence of the United States.