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Why 'Country Roads' is taking the World Cup by storm
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June 24, 2026
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0:53Now PlayingJohn Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” is enjoying a new wave of popularity as its sing-along chorus becomes a staple among soccer fans during the World Cup. NBC News' Angela Yang reports on the song's resurgence.
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