https://sufjanstevens.bandcamp.com/album/illinois

One of the best of all time, with a natural first place spot to Chicago, and a loving second place finish to Casimir Pulaski day, and a third runner up to Come on! Feel the Illinoise!

There is a version by Fuller that my wife and I love. She can't get into the original as much, but it triggers instant nostalgia for me.

I cry so hard every time I listen to Casimir Pulaski Day, what a beautiful and sad song.

I threw this on for gym time today and teared up when it came on. I was beyond sweaty enough to hide it.

This released around when I was really starting to find what my musical taste was and it was a major influence on me. Although, a ton of incredible music dropped in those years.