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Don McLean’s seminal album, 'American Pie,' was released in 1971 and forever changed the course of his career.

More Than 50 Years After ‘American Pie,’ Don McLean Looks Back at His Career—“I Started Out Writing Simple Things”

By Annie Reuter Mar 5, 2023 | 5:00 AM

“I’m not folk, and I’m not rock, and I’m not country – I’m just me,” Don McLean said during his Musicians Hall of Fame induction speech in November. “I’m kind of a guy who invents songs.” And invent songs he does. McLean is the sole author behind the famed “American Pie,” which celebrated its 50th […]

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