“Hail to the Chief”

1. The official song or anthem of the president of the United States, played as part of welcoming ceremonies and receptions when the president first appears.

Example Sentences

For a while, he famously forbade the playing of “Hail to the Chief.”

From Los Angeles Times

He wore cardigan sweaters, carried his own luggage on Air Force One and prohibited the presidential anthem Hail to the Chief being played when he entered the room.

From BBC

He suspended the playing of “Hail to the Chief” whenever he arrived at an event, though he later allowed the practice to resume.

From Los Angeles Times

There’d be no playing of Hail to the Chief, no “president’s own” U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

All of his events have invited guests, and most of the time, as soon as he’s done talking, they will push a button and start playing “Hail to the Chief,” volume 100.

From Slate