What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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Sunday Morning's Essential American Songbook
What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
Published June 25, 2026, 11:00 AM
Updated June 25, 2026, 11:42 AM3.5K
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