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Aug 29, 2017 · Music helped soldiers in Vietnam connect to each other and to life back home and to cope. These are the songs veterans remember the most.
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- "Fortunate Son" by Creedence Clearwater Revival
- "War" by Edwin Starr
- "What's Going On" by Marvin Gaye
- "I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-To-Die Rag" by Country Joe and The Fish
- "The Ballad of The Green Berets" by Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler
- "Ohio" by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
- "For What It's Worth" by Buffalo Springfield
- "Blowin' in The Wind" by Bob Dylan
- "Born in The U.S.A." by Bruce Springsteen
- "Give Peace A Chance" by Plastic Ono Band
Album: Willy and the Poor Boys Released:1969 Released during the height of the Vietnam War, "Fortunate Son" by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a powerful statement on the socio-economic disparities that became evident in the draft system. The song's lyrics bring to light the reality of a 'fortunate son', who, blessed with wealth and status, does no...
Album: War & Peace Released:1970 Edwin Starr's potent anti-war anthem, "War," came to life during a time when the nation was deeply divided over the Vietnam War. The song lays bare the tragic cost of conflict with the repetitive, emphatic chorus, "War, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing." Starr's soulful, stirring rendition was a massive hit, ...
Album: What's Going On Released:1971 Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" emerged as a compassionate plea for understanding and peace during the turbulent early 70s. While it addresses numerous societal issues, the Vietnam War forms a central theme in the song, reflecting the anxieties of the era. The song was inspired by a letter Gaye received from his...
Album: I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-to-Die Released:1967 Country Joe McDonald's anti-war anthem, "I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-to-Die Rag," is remembered for its grim humor and direct commentary on the Vietnam War. The song's jovial ragtime melody and the morose lyrical theme create a jarring contrast, highlighting the grim realities of war in a way that is bo...
Album: Ballads of the Green Berets Released:1966 Offering a contrasting perspective, "The Ballad of the Green Berets" by Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler is a tribute to the men serving in the Special Forces during the Vietnam War. Sadler, a Green Beret medic, wrote the song while recovering from a punji stick injury he received in Vietnam. The song is a ho...
Album:Single release Released:1970 A visceral response to the tragic Kent State shootings in May 1970, "Ohio" by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young served as a searing indictment of the violence unleashed on anti-war protesters. Neil Young penned the lyrics after seeing photos of the incident, and the song's raw emotion and powerful message came together...
Album: Buffalo Springfield Released:1966 While "For What It's Worth" by Buffalo Springfield wasn't written directly about the Vietnam War, its theme of youth-led protest and social tension resonated deeply with the sentiments sweeping across the country during the war years. Inspired by the 'Sunset Strip curfew riots' that took place in Los Angeles...
Album: The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan Released:1962 Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind," although penned before the Vietnam War, emerged as a significant anthem for peace during the tumultuous 1960s. The song's series of rhetorical questions pointedly address the ongoing struggle for freedom and peace, becoming a rallying cry for civil rights and anti-wa...
Album: Born in the U.S.A. Released:1984 Despite its anthemic chorus and patriotic sounding title, "Born in the U.S.A." by Bruce Springsteen tells a bleak tale of a Vietnam War veteran who returns home only to face unemployment and indifference. The powerful narrative, delivered with Springsteen's signature energy, paints a stark picture of disillus...
Album:Single release Released:1969 "Give Peace a Chance" by Plastic Ono Band, fronted by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, was a clarion call for peace amidst the escalating Vietnam conflict. Recorded during their famous 'Bed-In for Peace' in Montreal, the song quickly became an anthem for the anti-war movement. Its simple, powerful message, combined with ...
- “Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Fortunate Son” is one of the most popular Vietnam-era songs. Written in 1969, the lyrics convey a powerful message about the harsh realities of war and its unequal effects on different classes of people.
- “For What It’s Worth” by Buffalo Springfield. The song was released as a single in December 1966 and became a hit in early 1967, reaching number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” by The Animals. Released in 1965, the song was the band’s biggest hit in the United States and a classic Vietnam War flashback tune for many American soldiers fighting in the war.
- “War” by Edwin Starr. A protest song against the war in Vietnam, the lyrics express a strong and anti-war message. It was a big hit upon release and still remains one of the best Vietnam Era songs ever written.
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Music was integral to the experience of Vietnam for soldiers and citizens, and certain songs had associations with the conflict that endure to this day. Here are 9 of the most famous songs that were either made or popular during the Vietnam War.
Feb 5, 2021 · Enjoy a playlist of songs that reflect the history and emotions of the Vietnam War and its protests. Watch and listen to the best music of the era.