Music played a major role during the second night of the Democratic National Convention. The ceremonial roll call took place on August 20, with a series of delegates pledging their state support to Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz against a backdrop of hit singles.
Many of the songs were tied to the state’s show of support. The crowd roared as Jay-Z’s Grammy-winning “Empire State of Mind” featuring Alicia Keys played through the United Center before New York Gov. Kathy Hochul cast the votes for the state’s delegates. The aptly named “Stick Season” by Vermont’s Noah Kahan was chosen as the state’s roll call song. Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off,” Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” and Sabrina Carpenter’s summer candidate “Espresso” were also played during the ceremonial event. Atlanta native Lil Jon brought the crowd to their feet when he took the stands and sang a portion of his hit “Turn Down For What” in honor of his home state of Georgia. Surprise appearances from celebrities like “The Goonies” actor Sean Astin and acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee added to the star power.
From “Texas Hold Em” to “California Love,” Yahoo Entertainment’s DNC Night Two playlist features every song played during the roll call-turned-dance party.
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