Applebees Veterans Day TV commercial 2012

Applebees Veterans Day TV commercial - Thank You

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What the Applebees Veterans Day TV commercial - Thank You is about.

Applebee's Veteran's Day TV Spot, 'Thank You' Featuring Zac Brown is a heart-warming tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the United States military. The advertisement opens with a close-up shot of Zac Brown, the lead singer of the Zac Brown Band, standing in front of an American flag. He begins by thanking the veterans for their service and sacrifices, acknowledging that "freedom isn't free."

The camera then cuts to footage of veterans of all branches of the military dining at Applebee's restaurants across the country. The veterans are shown enjoying meals, laughing, and sharing stories with their loved ones. The ad also features clips of Applebee's employees, many of whom are veterans themselves, thanking the veterans for their service and expressing their gratitude.

Throughout the commercial, the Zac Brown Band's song "Warrior" plays in the background, adding to the emotional impact of the tribute. The lyrics of the song are powerful and moving, emphasizing the strength and bravery of those who serve in the military.

The TV spot concludes with a message encouraging viewers to thank a veteran, saying, "This Veterans Day, join us in thanking our nation's heroes. Every meal you enjoy at Applebee's helps us support our veterans." The ad is a touching tribute to those who have served in the military and a powerful reminder of the sacrifices they have made for our freedom.

Applebees Veterans Day TV commercial - Thank You produced for Applebee's was first shown on television on October 29, 2012.

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"Free" by Zac Brown Band"Free" is a song by the American country music band, Zac Brown Band. It was released as a single from their debut album, "The Foundation" in 2008. The song was written by Zac Brown and Wyatt Durrette. It features a distinctive intro and guitar lick that has become iconic in the band's music.

Lyrics and MeaningThe song's lyrics are about a couple who live in an old van and travel across the country together , enjoying the freedom of their lifestyle. They don't have a lot of money, but they feel "free as we'll ever be" and they don't need anything else as long as they have each other. The song has been interpreted as a tribute to the simple joys of life and the importance of love and companionship.

Chart Performance"Free" was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Country Digital Song Sales chart in 2021. It also charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and Hot 100 charts.

Music VideoThe official music video for "Free" was directed by Darren Doane and premiered on YouTube in 2014. It features footage of the band performing the song live mixed with scenes of people enjoying various outdoor activities, such as surfing, skateboarding, and hiking.

InspirationThe song was inspired by Zac Brown Band's trip to Mt. Warning in New South Wales, Australia in 2006. During their trip, the band members lived in a van and enjoyed the freedom of a simple lifestyle. The experience inspired the song's lyrics and its message of finding happiness in the simple things in life.