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    These 25 Songs Are the Perfect 4th of July Playlist

    Equal parts patriotic and party fuel.

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    Independence Day is nothing if not a celebration, which is why your tunes should rise up to the occasion. Today, we're toasting America's birthday with 25 of our favorite go-to patriotic anthems and summer party songs that are made for grooving.

    From All-American classic Bruce Springsteen to Lana del Rey's Americana, gang's all here. Get to grillin', grab a frozen drink, and give up a cheer for Lady Liberty.

    1. "National Anthem" - Lana del Rey

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    3. "American Teen" - Khalid

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    6. "New National Anthem" - T.I. feat. Skylar Grey

    7. "Walcott" - Vampire Weekend

    8. "American Girl" - Bonnie McKee

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    11. "Famous" - Kanye West

    12. "California Waiting" - Kings of Leon

    13. "American Girl" - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

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