Toby Keith: A Country Music Maverick and His Anthem for the Everyman
Toby Keith, a name synonymous with red dirt country music, has crafted a career built on authenticity, patriotism, and a knack for storytelling.
Background
His music often reflects the experiences and values of working-class Americans, resonating with a wide audience. One such song that perfectly encapsulates Keith’s style and appeal is “Drunk Americans”.
Released in 2002 as the lead single from his album “Unleashed,” “Drunk Americans” quickly became a massive hit, topping the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
The song’s raucous energy, catchy chorus, and humorous lyrics struck a chord with listeners, cementing Keith’s status as a country music superstar.
At its core, “Drunk Americans” is a celebration of the American working class.
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Lyrics
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We ain’t East, we ain’t WestWe ain’t left, we ain’t rightWe ain’t black, we ain’t whiteWe just came here to drinkWe’re all mud flap suburbansAll ball caps and turbansAll prom queens and strippersWhere the whole kitchen sink and then hereWe’re the same, everyone knows your name
We just raise up our glassWe don’t give a rat’s assIf you’re a Democrat or RepublicanWe’re happy to be here and that you can seeWe’re just all drunk AmericansWe ain’t second ex-wifesWe ain’t cowboys or redskinsAin’t preachers or kingpinsWe’re just having funWe’re all suits in blue collarsShort orders, long haulersPaper and plastic, too old and too youngCEOs, GEDs, DUIs, FBIs, PhDs