Sometimes artists are inspired by a country or an entire continent. Here are the top 10 songs that reflect this thinking:
1. America - Simon & Garfunkel
Lyrically masterful; covered by many
2. China Girl - David Bowie
Remembering the days of early MTV
3. Back in the USSR - The Beatles
Roaring jet introduces the White Album
4. Panama - Van Halen
Eddie's version of the Chuck Berry duck walk
5. Africa - Toto
Fond memories of senior year at Geneseo
6. Mexico - James Taylor
Reliable like the glove compartment flashlight
7. Cedars of Lebanon - U2
Bono's portrait of the loneliness of war
8. France - Frank Zappa
'Playin' in a tent is payin' the rent'
9. Under African Skies - Paul Simon
Compelling rhythmic track from classic album
10. Ethiopia - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Funky Kiedis-led rhythmic singalong
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