As the name suggests, this song has three distinct parts, all of which scream American patriotism. It is a song that makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand up even if you are not an American – I can only imagine the impact that it has on residents of the US.

Appearing on a number of live albums (including my favourite Elvis In Concert) it is a stirring, inspiring tune that is unlucky not to land in the Top 10 of this Countdown.