Don McLean
Don McLean, born Donald McLean III on October 2, 1945, in New Rochelle, New York, is an iconic American singer-songwriter and guitarist. Known as the "American Troubadour" or "King of the Trail," McLean gained international fame with his 1971 hit "American Pie," a folk rock song that has become a cultural touchstone. His other notable songs include "Vincent," "Dreidel," "Castles in the Air," and "Wonderful Baby." McLean's work has been covered by artists like Elvis Presley and Madonna, and he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004. Despite experimenting with various genres, McLean's music is primarily rooted in folk rock. His early life was marked by personal tragedy, including the death of his father when McLean was 15, which influenced his music's themes of loss and pain. McLean's legacy continues to impact the music industry, with "American Pie" and "Vincent" achieving millions of airplays.
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