The Best Fourth of July Songs to Fire Up Your BBQ

Whether you're firing up the grill, waving sparklers on the lawn, or just soaking up a well-earned day off, one thing can make or break your Fourth of July cookout: the playlist. And nothing kills a backyard party faster than a weak playlist. So before you even think about lighting that grill or dusting off your red-white-and-sparkly tank top, do yourself (and your guests) a favor: cue up this cookout-approved playlist.

From pop icons to rock legends, this list is what your barbecue playlist wishes it sounded like.

All-American Anthems and Patriotic Vibes

These songs bring the flag-waving energy, singalong moments, and hometown pride you want while flipping burgers or watching fireworks light up the sky.

• Katy Perry – “Firework”

• Miley Cyrus – “Party in the U.S.A.”

• John Mellencamp – “R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A. (A Salute to '60s Rock)”

• Carrie Underwood – “All-American Girl”

• Demi Lovato – “Made in the USA”

• Taylor Swift – “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince”

• Kid Rock – “All Summer Long”

• Lenny Kravitz – “American Woman”

• Kim Wilde – “Kids in America”

• Green Day – “American Idiot”

• Madonna – “American Life”

• Lana Del Rey – “American”

• Toby Keith – “Red Solo Cup”

• Neil Diamond – “Coming to America”

• Tom Petty – “American Girl”

• Bruce Springsteen – “Born in the U.S.A.”

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Perfect for keeping the vibe upbeat and the party moving while you pass the potato salad and crack open a cold one.

• Justin Timberlake – “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”

• OneRepublic – “Good Life”

• Camilla Cabello "Havana"

• Colbie Caillat – “Brighter Than the Sun”

• Sabrina Carpenter - "Espresso"

• Jason Derulo – “Want to Want Me”

• Sheryl Crow – “Soak Up the Sun”

• Lady Gaga – “Edge of Glory”

• The Beach Boys – “Surfin’ U.S.A.”

• The Lumineers – “Ho Hey”

• Coldplay – “Sky Full of Stars”

• Imagine Dragons – “On Top of the World”

Happy Fourth and don’t forget to bring extra ice.