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" American Pie " is a song by American singer and songwriter Don McLean. Recorded and released in 1971 on the album of the same name, the single was the number-one US hit for four weeks in 1972 starting January 15 [2] after just eight weeks on the US Billboard charts (where it entered at number 69). [3] .
- "Empty Chairs" (promo), "American Pie part 2" (first release)
- October 1971 (original), November 1991 (re-release)
- May 26, 1971
- Folk rock
American Pie Lyrics: A long, long time ago / I can still remember how that music / Used to make me smile / And I knew if I had my chance / That I could make those people dance / And maybe...
- 9 min
Feb 4, 2021 · Don McLean reveals the inspiration and meaning of his rock epic 'American Pie', which turned 50 in 2021. He talks about the volatile times, the music, the cover, and the legacy of the song.
- Dave Paulson
- Music Reporter
Jul 11, 2019 · About American Pie | Don McLean. Jul 11, 2019. “American Pie” is partly biographical and partly the story of America during the idealized 1950s and the bleaker 1960s. It was initially inspired by Don’s memories of being a paperboy in 1959 and learning of the death of Buddy Holly.
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