‘Red Solo Cup’ a popular song Keith released in 2011
Celebrities, fans, and politicians nationwide are raising red Solo cups in honor of the late country star Toby Keith, who passed away on Monday at the age of 62 after battling stomach cancer.
Keith released numerous popular country songs throughout his career as a solo artist, including hits such as “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue,” “I Love This Bar,” “How Do You Like Me Now?!” and “American Soldier.”
Keith’s hit song “Red Solo Cup” was released as part of his 2011 album “Clancy’s Tavern.”
The song, which unexpectedly became a hit, expresses affection for the iconic cup. It was written by Jim and Brett Beavers in collaboration with Brett and Brad Warren.
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In a 2014 interview with The Boot, Keith remarked, “It is the stupidest song I ever heard in my life, but it’s so stupid it’s good.”
The song glorifies the cup as a must-have party item and even portrays it as a friend, ideal for “barbecues, tailgates, fairs, and festivals,” as the lyrics state.
In addition to performing the catchy tune at his shows, Keith frequently held up his own red Solo cup to a packed crowd during his performances.
Following Keith’s passing, numerous fans expressed their condolences and paid tribute to the star on social media. Many filled up red Solo cups with their favorite beverages and raised them in salute to the Academy of Country Music Award winner.
Even the staff at Norman Regional Hospital in Oklahoma, where Keith was born, joined in the tribute by posting a photo on social media holding out red Solo cups.
Country band Old Dominion and even Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn paid tribute to the star on social media, mentioning the iconic red Solo Cup.
“Toby Keith was a true trailblazer. Authentic and heartfelt, but always with a wink until the end. He was larger than life in so many ways, and his music will live on forever! Raising our red Solos tonight—you will be missed by so many. Peace,” Old Dominion wrote on social media.
“Toby Keith brought joy to millions around the world through his music, especially to our men and women in uniform. He was a great American and an exceptional storyteller who will be deeply missed in country music. Raise your ‘Red Solo Cup’ to Toby for a life well-lived,” wrote Senator Blackburn.
The hashtag #redsolocup has been used on Instagram over 200,000 times. The tag features fans raising a plastic cup to the country music star and American patriot.
Several bars across the country, such as Madison Social in Tallahassee, Florida, and Independent Brewing Co. in Bel Air, Maryland, paid tribute to the late singer by offering drink specials served in red Solo cups.
Madison Social’s Instagram post stated, “For Country Music Trivia tonight, we honor the late Toby Keith. Our $7 beer and Jack Daniel’s special will be served in a red Solo cup. RIP Toby.”
Independent Brewing Co.’s post simply read, “Just ask for your favorite beer in a red Solo cup today. Proceed to party.”