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John Wayne
America, Why I Love Her
Genres: Country, Special Interest, Pop

Track Listings (10) - Disc #1
1. Why I Love Her
2. The Pledge of allegiance
3. The Hyphen
4. Mis Raices Estan Aqui
5. The People
6. An American Boy Grows Up
7. Face the Flag
8. The Good Things
9. Why Are You Marching, Son
10. Taps

This best-selling recording was performed by the legendary John Wayne. It's finally available as Duke?s spoken-word CD of poetry, written by Big John Mitchum. It's a must-have for all patriotic Americans, film buffs, col... more »

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All Artists: John Wayne
Title: America, Why I Love Her
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Mpi Home Video
Release Date: 11/27/2001
Genres: Country, Special Interest, Pop
Style: Poetry, Spoken Word & Interviews
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 030306810522

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Member CD Reviews

Jo V. (Jo) from BOISE, ID
Reviewed on 8/19/2006...

Any true fan of the Duke's will not be disappointed with this. I bought the album as a present for my dad years ago and got myself a copy when it came out on CD. Hearing the Duke talk about America with such love and understanding chokes me up every time.

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CD Reviews

America, Why I Love Her

cindy mitchum | Santa Barbara, CA | 09/22/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"My late father, John Mitchum wrote nine of the ten poems on this wonderful CD.He was nominated for a Grammy in 1973 when the album first was released.
John Mitchum was able to hear about the strong response to the re-release of the CD November of 2001 before his passing. Both of the "John's" were heartfelt patriots with a deep love for our country.
The title poem, America,Why I Love Her has been used in opening
ceremonies for rodeos, state fairs, NASCAR events, as well as military and private meetings.
With the wave of patriotism that has taken over the country, a campaign has begun to have the timeless piece of America, Why I Love become our National Poem.
I was told after the awful days of 9-11 that the words on this CD were the healing balm for our country.Bless all of you who listen to and appreciate John Wayne's interpretation of my father's thoughts."

Simple, Plain-Spoken Truths

Terry Knapp | Santa Rosa, CA United States | 10/11/2001

(4 out of 5 stars)

"There is something reassuring about hearing John Wayne speak the words of Robert Mitchum's younger brother John. The sentiments are simple, yet honestly spoken and obviously from the heart. The familiar and unique cadence of Wayne's voice is as American as a Frederick Remington painting. I first owned this album on cassette in the early 1980's and to find it finally issued on CD during our hour of crisis has been a god-send. I did not always agree with Wayne politically, but this statement of human values will remain a cherished keepsake."

"Why I Love ...." - this CD.

Russell Crerar | Isle of Man | 08/03/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"There are so many reasons. The music is inspiring and beautifully arranged. The choir voices too are wonderful. Add to that the uplifting words spoken by John Wayne and delivered full of feeling and in a way only he could do, and you have a formula hard to beat . The whole production is very moving and quite simply amazing to listen to. I am not American but whether you are or not this CD is about appreciating and thinking about our surroundings , feelings and values. It is a very unique work .There has not been anything like it before or since. I bought the LP version for my mother in the 1970's and I think I like it as much as she does - which is alot!We are both delighted that at last it is on CD though our album is still like new .This is a CD that everybody should hear . It really is brilliant from start to finish. Of course it is a must have for John Wayne fans but even if you are not a particular fan it is simply something fantastic to listen to that anybody can identify with . Listen to it and realise the wonders of nature we forget in everyday life - the value of effort and loyalty and doing whats right."

America, Why I Love Her - John Wayne

D. Diehl | Grass Valley, Ca. USA | 09/23/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"How can you not love American poetry recorded by that distinctive voice of the Duke, one of the greatest and most patriotic Americans to ever live?! Sure, the poetry isn't the best, perhaps even corny at times. Certainly you can hear his age and declining health in his voice, but it's still the Duke!

I love this CD and it is now one of my favorites, just as his movies are among my favorites."

Star Spangled Awesome

J. J. Hawkins | 08/07/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Thoughtful and inspiring. A reminder of a time when it was cool to be proud of one's country. A reflection of the idea that our country was made great by people taking pride in the great democratic process-a land of the people, by the people, and for the people."