The 1973 Hit Named Best Rock Song Behind Team USA’s Olympic Goals
Summary
A classic rock song, "Free Bird" by Lynyrd Skynyrd, is being played at the Winter Olympics to celebrate Team USA's success in various events, including hockey victories. The song has been named the best American rock song by Ultimate Classic Rock magazine, ranking above "Hotel California" by The Eagles.Key Facts
- Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird" is used as a celebration song for Team USA at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Team USA has won gold medals in Alpine skiing, figure skating, and speed skating.
- "Free Bird" was named the greatest American rock song by Ultimate Classic Rock magazine in 2025.
- The song beat "Hotel California" by The Eagles for the top spot.
- Team USA has the No. 2 seed in the ice hockey tournament, while Canada holds the No. 1 seed.
- "Free Bird" was released as a single in 1974 and has a running time of over 9 minutes.
- Lynyrd Skynyrd was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006.
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