Toby Keith - American Soldier

Happy Birthday to singer,song writer and Country Artist Toby Keith . Born on July 8, 1961, in Oklahoma, Toby Keith's self-titled debut album went platinum in 1993. In reaction to the events of 9/11, Keith wrote the song "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American)" which struck a chord with military personnel. The controversial tune caused Keith to bump heads with fellow country star Natalie Maines. Outside of his dispute with Maines, Keith has worked with country greats like Willie Nelson. He went on to release several popular albums and tried his hand at acting in 2008.