Brown exudes red, white and blue on "Pride"
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By DSM112
There have been plenty of patriotic songs written over the course of our nation’s history, and Ayla Brown’s single “Pride of America” is a noteworthy addition to this collection. Written by Brown, Charlie Hutto and Courtney Dashe, “Pride” has all of the makings of a solid country track, from a lively guitar-based hook to inspirational lyrics that any red, white and blue-blooded American can identify with (“We can’t help it / and we can’t hide it / We’re born and raised to stand behind it / When a hand over heart / flag in the yard attitude shines through / That’s the pride of America”).
While the songwriting prowess on “Pride” is special in its own right, Brown’s vocals fit the track like a glove, as she gives it the perfect mix of soft and sophisticated with authentic country twang, resulting in a bona fide American storytelling role that is a staple in these kinds of tracks.
As one of the standout songs off Ayla Brown’s latest album, ‘Heroes & Hometowns,’ “Pride of America” shows that the fire of American patriotism still burns bright within each of us, and is a reminder of all the sacrifices that have been made to help maintain our special place in the world.
