Brooks & Dunn - Only In America

What this video is

Released June 2001 as the second single from Steers & Stripes, Brooks & Dunn's seventh studio album on Arista Nashville, 'Only In America' arrived mere months before the September 11 attacks. Its celebration of the American melting pot and aspirational opportunity resonated profoundly in the post-9/11 climate, becoming a staple of Independence Day celebrations and political campaign events. The song's bipartisan…

Why it matters

Represents the apex of early-2000s mainstream Nashville country: an up-tempo country-rock anthem driven by electric guitar, arena-ready production, and populist storytelling. Reached #1 on Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (week of October 27, 2001), becoming the second of three consecutive…

The director

Born in Cocoa Beach, Florida, raised in Texas; BFA from West Texas A&M University. Transitioned from 12+ years as an art director and creative director into directing in 1988. Co-founded Pecos Films with offices in Nashville and Albuquerque. Has directed…