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The 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago turned its traditional roll call into a vibrant celebration, featuring songs that embodied the essence of each U.S. state and territory. This musical journey showcased a blend of classic hits and contemporary anthems, reflecting the rich diversity of American culture.
For instance, Alaska resonated with “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man, while California highlighted its spirit with Tupac’s “California Love” and Kendrick Lamar’s “They Not Like Us.” Hawaii embraced its tropical vibe with Bruno Mars’ “24K Magic,” and Texas featured Beyoncé’s powerful “Texas Hold ‘Em.”
Pennsylvania brought energy with Wiz Khalifa’s “Black and Yellow” and Boyz II Men’s “Motownphilly,” while Louisiana got the crowd lit with DJ Khaled’s “All I Do Is Win.” New York showcased its pride with “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys, capturing the city’s iconic stature.
Other states like Michigan chose Michigan Native Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” symbolizing resilience, and West Virginia embraced its roots with John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
The playlist was a careful blend of the familiar and the fresh, appealing to a wide audience and reinforcing the message of unity in diversity. By connecting each state to its cultural roots through music, the DNC effectively created a sense of national togetherness while celebrating the unique contributions of each region to the American story. Scroll Down to see which each state picked as their region Song!
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1. Alaska “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man
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2. American Samoa “Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga
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3. “Edge of Seventeen” by Stevie Nicks
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4. Arkansas “Don’t Stop” by Fleetwood Mac
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5. California “California Love” by Tupac
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6. California “They Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar
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7. Colorado “September” by Earth, Wind Fire
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8. Connecticut “Signed Sealed, Delivered” by Stevie Wonder
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9. Delaware “Higher Love” by Whitney Houston and Kygo
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10. Democrats Abroad “Love Train” by The O’Jays
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11. District of Columbia “Let Me Clear My Throat” by DJ Kool
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12. Florida “Won’t Back Down” by Tom Petty
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13. Georgia “Turn Down for What” by Lil’ John
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14. Guam “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
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15. Hawaii “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars
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16. Idaho “Private Idaho” by The B-52s
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17. Illinois “Sirius” by The Alan Parsons Project
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18. Indiana “Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson
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19. Iowa “Celebrate” by Kool & the Gang
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20. Kansas “Carry on Wayward Son” by Kansas
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21. Kentucky “First Class” by Jack Harlow
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22. Louisiana “All I Do Is Win” by DJ Khaled
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23. Maine “Shut Up and Dance” by Walk the Moon
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24. Maryland “Respect” by Aretha Franklin
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25. Massachusetts “I’m Shipping up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys
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26. Michigan “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
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27. Minnesota “Kiss” and “1999” by Prince
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28. Mississippi “Twisting the Night Away” by Sam Cooke
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29. Missouri “Good Luck, Babe” by Chappell Roan
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30. Montana “American Woman” by Lenny Kravitz
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31. Nebraska “Firework” by Katy Perry
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32. Nevada “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers
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33. New Hampshire “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
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34. New Jersey “Born in the USA” by Bruce Springsteen
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35. New Mexico “Confident” by Demi Lovato
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36. New York “Empire State of Mind” by Jay Z and Alicia Keys
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37. North Carolina “Raise Up” by Petey Pablo
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38. North Dakota “Girl On Fire” by Alicia Keys
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39. Ohio “Green Light” by John Legend
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40. Oklahoma “Ain’t Goin Down” by Garth Brooks
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41. Oregon “Float On” by Modest Mouse
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42. Pennsylvania “Black and Yellow” by Wiz Khalifa
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43. Pennsylvania “Motownphilly” by Boyz II Men
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44. Puerto Rico “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
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45. Rhode Island “Shake it Off” by Taylor Swift
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46. South Carolina “Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine” by James Brown
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47. South Dakota “What I Like About You” by The Romantics
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48. Tennessee “9 To 5” by Dolly Parton
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49. Texas “Texas Hold ‘Em” by Beyonce
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50. Utah “Animal” by Neon Trees
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51. Vermont “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan
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52. Virginia “The Way I Are” by Timbaland
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53. Washington “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore
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54. West Virginia “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denve
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55. Wisconsin “Jump Around” by House of Pain
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56. Wyoming “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas
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57. Virgin Islands “VI to the Bone” by Mic Love
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