What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.

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A surprising decision nearly kept this legendary recording from the public before it became one of music's defining classics.

Its groundbreaking production and lasting influence helped it rise above decades of beloved American music classics.