“Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue”—Toby Keith
60 Songs That Explain the '90s
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The Patriotic Divide: Music and Politics
This chapter explores Toby Keith's controversial song 'Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue' and its emotional resonance after 9/11, examining the song's origins and the artist's motivation. It also highlights the public feud with Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks, examining the impact of both artists' choices on their careers and the country music landscape during the Iraq War.
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