Toby Keith – “Red Solo Cup” (2011) 
A Toast to the Cup That Unites Us All

“Now red solo cup is the best receptacle…”
With that opening line, Toby Keith kicked off one of the most unexpectedly iconic anthems in modern country music — a boozy, hilarious, and strangely heartfelt tribute to the humble red plastic cup.

Released in 2011, “Red Solo Cup” wasn’t written to be profound — and that’s exactly why it worked. It’s goofy, it’s self-aware, and it fully embraces its own ridiculousness. From talk-sung verses to an irresistibly catchy chorus, the song plays like a tipsy singalong at your favorite party — the kind of track that doesn’t just play in the background, it takes over the room.

 Whether you’re at a college kegger, a tailgate party, or a backyard cookout, the red Solo cup is everywhere — and Toby Keith turned it into a national symbol of good times and zero pretension. The song became an instant crowd-pleaser, going viral before “going viral” was even a strategy, and the hilarious music video only fueled its status as a guilty pleasure anthem.

Despite its silliness, “Red Solo Cup” struck a chord with fans because it didn’t take itself too seriously — and reminded us that sometimes, the best music is the kind that just lets us have fun.

 “It’s not deep. It’s not complicated.”
It’s a country party song done right — playful, unforgettable, and totally unapologetic.

So here’s to the unsung hero of countless memories —
Raise one up, sing along, and remember: all you really need… is a red Solo cup.