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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 after just eight weeks on the US Billboard charts (where it entered at number 69).
- "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 story behind his rock epic 'American Pie', which turned 50 in 2021. He talks about the song's meaning, the cover art, the editing and the impact of the times.
- Dave Paulson
- Music Reporter
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