Celebrity appearances at the DNC
Governor Kathy Hochul introduced the state’s delegates while Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z set the mood for New York. The song “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan was chosen by Vermont because it captured the essence of the state. The musical selection for the occasion also included “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter, “9 to 5” by Dolly Parton, and “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift.
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The star-studded atmosphere of the occasion was enhanced by unexpected celebrity appearances by Sean Astin and Spike Lee. A variety of songs that reflected a blend of joy and state pride were on DJ Cassidy‘s playlist for the evening.
Complete list of songs played by each state:
Alabama: “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Alaska: “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man
American Samoa: “The Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga
Arizona: “Edge of Seventeen” by Stevie Nicks
Arkansas: “Don’t Stop (2004 Remaster)” by Fleetwood Mac
California: Multiple tracks including “The Next Episode” by Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg, “Alright” by Kendrick Lamar
Colorado: “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire
Connecticut: “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)” by Stevie Wonder
Delaware: “Higher Love” by Kygo and Whitney Houston
Democrats Abroad: “Love Train” by the O’Jays
District of Columbia: “Let Me Clear My Throat” by DJ Kool
Florida: “I Won’t Back Down” by Tom Petty
Georgia: “Turn Down for What” by Lil Jon and DJ Snake
Guam: “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
Hawaii: “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars
Idaho: “Private Idaho” by the B-52s
Illinois: “Sirius” by the Alan Parsons Project
Indiana: “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson
Iowa: “Celebration” by Kool & the Gang
Kansas: “Carry on Wayward Son” by Kansas
Kentucky: “First Class” by Jack Harlow
Louisiana: “All I Do Is Win” by DJ Khaled featuring T-Pain, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, and Rick Ross
Maine: “Shut Up and Dance” by Walk the Moon
Maryland: “Respect” by Aretha Franklin
Massachusetts: “I’m Shipping Up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys
Michigan: “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
Minnesota: “Kiss” by Prince
Mississippi: “Twistin’ the Night Away” by Sam Cooke
Missouri: “Good Luck, Babe!” by Chappell Roan
Montana: “American Woman” by Lenny Kravitz
Nebraska: “Firework” by Katy Perry
Nevada: “Mr. Brightside” by the Killers
New Hampshire: “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
New Jersey: “Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen
New Mexico: “Confident” by Demi Lovato
New York: “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z featuring Alicia Keys
North Carolina: “Raise Up” by Petey Pablo
North Dakota: “Girl on Fire” by Alicia Keys
Northern Mariana Islands: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
Ohio: “Green Light” by John Legend featuring André 3000
Oklahoma: “Ain’t Goin’ Down (Til the Sun Comes Up)” by Brooks & Dunn
Oregon: “Float On” by Modest Mouse
Pennsylvania: “Motownphilly” by Boyz II Men and “Black and Yellow” by Wiz Khalifa
Puerto Rico: “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
Rhode Island: “Shake It Off (Taylor’s Version)” by Taylor Swift
South Carolina: “Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine” by James Brown
South Dakota: “What I Like About You” by the Romantics
Tennessee: “9 to 5” by Dolly Parton
Texas: “Texas Hold ’Em” by Beyoncé
Utah: “Animal” by Neon Trees
Vermont: “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan
Virgin Islands, U.S.: “VI to the Bone” by Mic Love
Virginia: “The Way I Are” by Timbaland featuring Keri Hilson and D.O.E.
Washington: “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis featuring Ray Dalton
West Virginia: “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver
Wisconsin: “Jump Around” by House of Pain
Wyoming: “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas
FAQs
Which song set the mood for New York at the DNC?
Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z was the song chosen to represent New York at the DNC roll call, capturing the state’s spirit and setting a dynamic tone for the event.
What was featured on DJ Cassidy’s playlist at the DNC?
DJ Cassidy’s playlist for the DNC roll call included a mix of upbeat and state-pride songs, creating a vibrant and celebratory environment throughout the evening.
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