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He wrote "Ragged Old Flag" to "reaffirm faith in the country and the goodness of the American people." [2] The song tells a story of an old man in a town square describing what the flag and country have been through together. [3] "Ragged Old Flag" is typical of Cash's particular style of patriotism characterized by his appreciation for the land ...
Ragged Old Flag is the 47th album by American country music singer Johnny Cash, released on Columbia Records in 1974. The album addresses several political as well as ethical issues, like many of Cash's other releases. The title track, and the only single from the album, is a spoken word tribute to patriotism amid the Watergate scandal. "Don't ...
Johnny Cash, "Ragged Old Flag" This Johnny Cash classic references several historical events, including World War I, World War II, the Vietnam War, the Alamo, the War of 1812, the American ...
"Ragged Old Flag" by Johnny Cash. ... In reality, the lyrics explore a Vietnam War vet returning home with "nowhere to go." As a true master of American rock and roll, Springsteen brings a complex ...
However you choose to recognize Memorial Day this year, you may find inspiration in heartfelt songs like "Arlington" by Trace Adkins, "I Drive Your Truck," by Lee Brice and "Ragged Old Flag" by ...
The man reportedly then turned to Cohan and said, "She's a grand old rag." Cohan thought it was a great line and originally named his tune "You're a Grand Old Rag". So many groups and individuals objected to calling the flag a "rag," however, that he "gave 'em what they wanted" and switched words, renaming the song "You're a Grand Old Flag". [1]
“Ragged Old Flag” by Johnny Cash Cash pays tribute to the American flag in this spoken word anthem, with inspiring lyrics like “She’s been through the fire before / and I believe she can ...
Unearthed is a box set by American country singer Johnny Cash.It was released by American Recordings on November 25, 2003, two months after Cash's death. The album was compiled by Cash and Rick Rubin, who also produced the set.