About the Song
Red Solo Cup by Toby Keith is a country song that was released in 2011 as part of his album Clancy’s Tavern. The song is a humorous ode to the red plastic cups that are often used for drinking alcoholic beverages at parties and social events. The song became a viral hit and a cultural phenomenon, reaching number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Hot Country Songs chart. The song also received a nomination for Best Country Solo Performance at the 54th Grammy Awards.
The song was written by Brett Warren, Brad Warren, Jim Beavers and Brett Beavers, and produced by Toby Keith himself. The song features a simple melody and catchy chorus, with lyrics that praise the red solo cup as a symbol of fun, friendship and freedom. The song also mocks other types of cups, such as glass, paper and styrofoam, as inferior to the red solo cup. The song has been described as “silly”, “irreverent” and “infectious” by critics and fans alike.
The song’s music video, directed by Michael Salomon, features Toby Keith and several celebrities, such as Ted Nugent, Carrot Top, Craig Ferguson and Larry Bird, among others, partying with red solo cups in various locations. The video has over 69 million views on YouTube. The song has also inspired many parodies, covers and remixes by other artists and comedians, such as Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert and HardNox.
Red Solo Cup by Toby Keith is a song that celebrates the joy of drinking and socializing with a simple but iconic object. The song has become a staple of country music and a part of American pop culture.