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Neil Young is Now a US Citizen: Here’s 5 Versions of “Rockin’ In The Free World”

1:28 PM EST on January 24, 2020


Neil Young took his oath of U.S. citizenship on Jan. 22 in Los Angeles.

As many know, the former Canadian has dabbled in politics for some time - he took part in the anti-war movement in the '60s, currently serves on the board of Farm-Aid and is a strong advocate for climate change legislation. Not to mention the his often-political lyrics.

So break out a slice of apple pie and salute Old Glory as we showcase five standout versions of Young's personal national anthem "Rockin' In The Free World."

1989: Neil Young Rehearses "Rockin' In The Free World" on Saturday Night Live

1991: Neil Young & Crazy Horse Offer "Rockin' In The Free World" on the Ragged Glory tour.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=GYT8yc3bf1k

1993: Young Performs "Rockin' In The Free World" with Pearl Jam at the MTV Video Music Awards.

2009: Young Jams "Rockin' In The Free" World for 100,000+ People at England's Glastonbury Festival

https://youtube.com/watch?v=OjdgpQ6Q2Ns

2019: Young Performs "Rockin' In The Free World" at His Own Farm-Aid Festival