Every Vietnam War Veteran Alive Remembers These 3 Must-Hear Anthems From 1965
The article highlights three 1965 songs that became associated with the Vietnam War and says veterans may remember them for reflecting the era’s experiences and divisions. Their contrasting views of the war range from escape and protest to support for US involvement.
The Animals’ “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” reached No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was popular with serving GIs as well as other listeners. Barry McGuire’s “Eve Of Destruction”, which addressed the war, the draft, nuclear fears and civil rights, topped the Hot 100; Johnnie Wright’s pro-war “Hello Vietnam” topped the Hot Country Singles chart and later featured in Full Metal Jacket.
- Three 1965 songs became linked to the Vietnam War.
- “Eve Of Destruction” reached No. 1 on the Hot 100.
- “Hello Vietnam” topped the country chart.