Lee Greenwood Sings during NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600

"I am thankful every day to pay tribute to these brave patriots and heroes!"

(Charlotte, NC)  --  Lee Greenwood is honoring our fallen heroes with a performance of his signature song, "God Bless the U.S.A." 

The country music legend sang the beloved tune Sunday during NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte. 

The pre-race salute also included a 20-minute performance by the 82nd Airborne division. 

"I won't forget the men who died who gave that right to me." I am thankful every day to pay tribute to these brave patriots and heroes! We must always remember the fallen! #godblesstheusa #memorialday #rememberthefallen 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/S1NjPYSGdJ

— Lee Greenwood (@TheLeeGreenwood) May 29, 2018