11 Alternate National Anthems To Show Your Patriotism

"The Star-Spangled Banner" may have been a bop in its era, yet there's been a fair share of similarly key anthems since its lyrics were written in 1814. While none of those tracks might be official national anthems, each could work as a short-term stand-in. Your playlist is welcome!


"Party in the U.S.A.," Miley Cyrus


Put your hands up, play this song and allow the butterflies fly away. There's nothing more American than reenacting your dance troupe's choreography to Miley's national anthem.


"New Rules," Dua Lipa


The number one requirement of a national anthem is for it to tell you how to live your best life. There's nothing more patriotic than following Dua's sacred rules.


"Gimme More," Britney Spears


I don't have much of an explanation for this one, other than the fact that one day someone determined it was the national anthem and Vine agreed.


"Americans," Janelle Monae


This politically-fueled track off Janelle's Dirty Computer balances her overjoyed American identity with her disdain for injustices inside of the nation. Its spoken bridge by Reverend Sean McMillan is incredibly powerful.


"Tik Tok," Kesha


As Kesha's first proclamation as president, she'll be requiring that every American wakes up in the morning feeling like P. Diddy.


"American Boy," Estelle feat. Kanye West


Someone please explain to me how went number one in the U.K. Nevertheless only number nine in the U.S. Without consideration, it's an anthem.


"American Girl," Bonnie McKee


Nobody can convince me that Bonnie doesn't sound like Kesha meets Carly Rae Jepsen in "American Girl." How much more patriotic does it get?


"Alright," Kendrick Lamar


A excellent national anthem gives people hope in the present and the future. If Kendrick says that we're gonna be alright, I believe him.


"Firework," Katy Perry


in case you play anything other than "Firework" while in a fireworks display, I'm afraid I can't converse with you anymore.


"Bodak Yellow," Cardi B


I've not seen any song bring people with each other on a night out quite like "Bodak Yellow" and its rant-like chorus. My confidence level just went up ten-fold.