Signed to DreamWorks Records Nashville in 1998, Keith released his breakthrough single "How Do You Like Me Now?!" in late 1999. This song, the title track to his 1999 album of the same name, was the #1 country song of 2000, and one of several chart-toppers during his tenure on DreamWorks Nashville. His next three albums, Pull My Chain, Unleashed, and Shock'n Y'all, produced three more #1's each, and all of the albums were certified 4× Platinum. A second Greatest Hits package followed in 2004, and after that, he released Honkytonk University.
When DreamWorks closed in 2005, Keith founded the label Show Dog Nashville, which merged with Universal South Records to become Show Dog-Universal Music in December 2009. He has released ten studio albums through Show Dog/Show Dog-Universal: 2006's White Trash with Money, 2007's Big Dog Daddy, 2008's That Don't Make Me a Bad Guy, 2009's American Ride, 2010's Bullets in the Gun, 2011's Clancy's Tavern, 2012's Hope on the Rocks, 2013's Drinks After Work, 2015's 35 MPH Town, 2017's The Bus Songs, and 2021's Peso in My Pocket, as well as the compilation 35 Biggest Hits in 2008. Keith also made his acting debut in 2006, starring in the film Broken Bridges, and co-starred with comedian Rodney Carrington in the 2008 film Beer for My Horses, inspired by his song of the same name. On February 5th, 2024, Toby passed away from a 3 year battle with Stomach Cancer.
Courtesy Of The Red White And Blue
Toby Keith Lyrics
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We'll always stand up and salute
We'll always recognize
When we see Old Glory flying
There's a lot of men dead
So we can sleep in peace at night when we lay down our head
My daddy served in the army
'Til the day that he died
He wanted my mother, my brother, my sister and me
To grow up and live happy
In the land of the free
Now this nation that I love has fallen under attack
A mighty sucker punch came flyin' in from somewhere in the back
Soon as we could see clearly
Through our big black eye
Man, we lit up your world
Like the fourth of July
Hey Uncle Sam, put your name at the top of his list
And the Statue of Liberty started shakin' her fist
And the eagle will fly man, it's gonna be hell
When you hear mother freedom start ringin' her bell
And it feels like the whole wide world is raining down on you
Oh, brought to you courtesy of the red white and blue
Oh, and justice will be served and the battle will rage
This big dog will fight when you rattle his cage
And you'll be sorry that you messed with
The U.S. of A.
'Cause we'll put a boot in your ass
It's the American way
Hey Uncle Sam, put your name at the top of his list
And the Statue of Liberty started shakin' her fist
And the eagle will fly it's gonna be hell
When you hear mother freedom start ringin' her bell
And it'll feel like the whole wide world is raining down on you
Oh, brought to you courtesy of the red white and blue
Oh-oh, of the red, white and blue
Oh-oh, of my red, white and blue
Toby Keith's "Courtesy Of The Red White And Blue" is a patriotic song that was written as a response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Keith expresses his love for his country and the sacrifices that have been made to preserve its freedom. The lyrics are an ode to the American spirit, to the men and women who have served the country, and to the values that the country represents.
The first few lines of the song, "American girls and American guys, we'll always stand up and salute," set the tone for the rest of the song. It is a call to action for Americans to stand together and protect their country. Keith pays homage to his father, who served in the army and lost his right eye in the line of duty. He also talks about the sacrifices that many others have made to keep the country safe.
The second half of the song is a warning to those who threaten the country's security. Keith sings about how the country will respond to any attack, and how justice will be served. The song is a reminder to Americans that their country is strong and will not be defeated.
Overall, "Courtesy Of The Red White And Blue" is a patriotic anthem that celebrates American resilience and strength in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
American girls and American guys
The citizens of America, regardless of gender, have a sense of nationalism and pride for their country.
We'll always stand up and salute
We will wholeheartedly express our respect and honor towards our country and its values.
We'll always recognize
Our keen observation and awareness of the country's symbols and standards will never diminish.
When we see Old Glory flying
Whenever we witness the American flag waving, we feel a sense of patriotism and loyalty.
There's a lot of men dead
Many of our fellow countrymen have lost their lives in order to protect and defend our nation's freedom.
So we can sleep in peace at night when we lay down our head
We can rest easy knowing that there are brave soldiers who risk their lives for the safety of our home.
My daddy served in the army
My father was a part of the armed forces and fought for our country's freedom.
Where he lost his right eye but he flew a flag out in our yard
He lost one of his eyes while in service, but that did not stop him from proudly displaying the American flag on our property.
Until the day that he died
He continued to show his love and respect for his country until the very end of his life.
He wanted my mother, my brother, my sister and me
His aspiration was for his family to grow up in a free and happy America.
To grow up and live happy
He hoped that his family would experience joy and achieve their dreams without restrictions, just like other Americans.
In the land of the free
He wished for his family to enjoy the rights and liberties that this country offers.
Now this nation that I love has fallen under attack
The United States, a country that I deeply cherish, has been victimized by an unexpected strike.
A mighty sucker punch came flyin' in from somewhere in the back
An unexpected and devastating attack was launched on us from an undetermined source.
Soon as we could see clearly
As soon as we were fully aware of the severity of the situation.
Through our big black eye
Despite suffering immense damage and loss, we gained clarity and understanding of the situation.
Man, we lit up your world
We retaliated with full force and used our power to devastate our enemy.
Like the fourth of July
Our response to the attack was as grand and explosive as the fourth of July fireworks display.
Hey Uncle Sam, put your name at the top of his list
Country, identify those who were responsible and prioritize them in order to bring them to justice.
And the Statue of Liberty started shakin' her fist
The Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and justice, displayed its discontent towards the assailant.
And the eagle will fly man, it's gonna be hell
The American eagle, a symbol of freedom and strength, will soar and fight fiercely to bring the enemy to justice.
When you hear mother freedom start ringin' her bell
The American people will use their freedom and liberty to speak out against the enemy.
And it feels like the whole wide world is raining down on you
The pressure from America and its allies will be overwhelming and unbearable.
Brought to you courtesy of the red white and blue
This intense pressure and attack is a result of America's patriotism and love for its country, represented by the colors of the American flag.
Justice will be served and the battle will rage
The enemy cannot escape the punishment of their actions, and the battle will continue until they are brought to justice.
This big dog will fight when you rattle his cage
The United States is powerful and ready to retaliate when provoked.
And you'll be sorry that you messed with the U.S. of A.
The enemy will regret ever crossing the United States.
'Cause we'll put a boot in your ass
We will use our strength and power to crush the enemy as punishment.
It's the American way
This strong, patriotic response is emblematic of the American spirit and values.
Oh oh of the red, white and blue
The pressure and attack is representative of America's colors, red, white, and blue, and the patriotism and pride of its people.
Oh oh of my red, white and blue
This is the patriotic response of an American whose heart is filled with love for their country and a deep appreciation for their freedom.
Lyrics © Tokeco Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Toby Keith
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@tylergallagher9936
On that day we weren’t republican or Democrat, we were Americans first. I wish we could find that unity again.
@PhoenixT70
We can't have unity when half of the country has declared war on the rest.
@sandrah0330
@@PhoenixT70 I doubt we will have unity as long as sleepy Joe is president.
@Donobyte
It's been shown we unite under war typically. Humans are a tribalistic pack species 100%.
@luigines6457
Just, ya know, without a major loss of life.
@ritalane9561
Me too!
@austinmyers456
Gods speed patriot! You’re no longer in pain and sitting with our Jesus. Well done faithful servant. 😭
@Michelle-CraftyWACatLady
😢
@dallastexas7949
He aint with jesus brother...
@Americanstripes269
@@dallastexas7949my man leave this comment and go think about how much people miss him.