No wonder artists are often inspired by them. While some states have an official state anthem, artists have also released songs highlighting their birthplaces or favorite vacation spots.

It’s unclear if the DNC got approval to play the song on Tuesday. “Empire State of Mind” by Jay Z and Alicia Keys. The song, written as an homage to New York City has been embraced as one of ...

(Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg News) Each state has a walk-on song for the Democrats’ roll call, leading to a chaotic mix tape of sorts on the House floor. Delegates have light up wrist bands ...

In a recent study from Finance Buzz, researchers used Google Trends to see which Christmas songs each state declares as its No. 1. Here’s how it all breaks down for a few of them. Advertisement ...