Good evening, as you have seen, I am a fan of good music and I would like to make an extensive post about the songs that were heard between the years (1955-1975) that the great Vietnam War not only marked a milestone in the political and military history of the 20th century, but also had a profound cultural impact, especially in music. And you already know that when someone does not agree with something, they make it known both musically and with demonstrations, well during the conflict, numerous songs emerged that captured the feeling of the time, both from the perspective of those who supported the intervention and those who opposed it. The music was a reflection of the emotions, protests and tensions of a generation.
So let's start.
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These songs provided comfort and energy to those seeking mental escape from the stress of war:
"Respect" - Aretha Franklin (1967):
I already talked about this song in a post about a great movie, and this great woman with this great voice was heard on all the radio stations.
"Chain of Fools" - Aretha Franklin (1967):
Another hit that mixed a message of resistance
**"A Change Is Gonna Come" - Sam Cooke (1964): **
A song full of hope and struggle.
Jedi Mind Tricks- Uncomman Valor
The Marines' Hymn
Even if you don't believe it, this Marine hymn greatly raised the morale of the combatants.
Semper Fidelis
Guerra do Vietnã: Jefferson airplane - Somebody to love
"Somebody to Love" was written by Darby Slick and originally recorded by the band The Great Society, of which Grace Slick (who later joined Jefferson Airplane) was a member. The best-known version, however, was released on Jefferson Airplane's album Surrealistic Pillow (1967), shortly after Grace joined the group. The song is an anthem of love and alienation in a time of tumult.
Vietnam War Canned Heat - On The Road Again.
During the 1960s, the Vietnam War was a central theme in the lives of many young Americans. Although "On the Road Again" does not explicitly mention the war, the idea of "being on the road" was also associated with the counterculture movement. They played at festivals such as Woodstock, which became a symbol of peace, love and resistance to the war. Songs like this reflected the feeling of widespread discontent and the search for an alternative identity away from traditional values.
Barry McGuire - Eve of Destruction
Well, gentlemen, these are the songs that not only accompanied a generation during a tumultuous period, but also defined an era. The music of this time still resonates today, evoking the emotions and conflicts of those years.
So tomorrow more and better
