Season 1: Season 1
Across the country unsung heroes are working to improve the lives of others. Their inspiring efforts receiving little fanfare — until now. "American Anthems" celebrates them with surprise songs based on their stories from country music’s biggest stars.

Singer Ruston Kelly writes an anthem to remind us of the good we can do for humanity.
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What You’re Here For

Cam surprises the Black Book Project founder with an anthem urging us to act now.
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Make Tomorrow Come Today

Lindsay Ell and Kristian Bush craft a song for a woman helping sexual assault survivors.
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Let The Words Come Out

The War and Treaty creates an unforgettable ballad for a veteran saving military K-9s.
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Soldier on All Fours

Lee Brice creates a guitar jam for a "hope dealer."
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Pocket Change

Jennifer Nettles surprises a cancer foundation founder with an anthem about his life.
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