The Meaning of American Pie

an interpretation of "American Pie" by Don McLean- by Peter Garvin and Preston Collum.

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[freestylee19]

"You will find many interpretations of my lyrics but none of them by me... sorry to leave you all on your own like this but long ago I realized that songwriters should make their statements and move on, maintaining a dignified silence."

DON MCLEAN

[xplore30]

Very nice job, and I had no problem understanding them.

[RogerHWerner]

I sincerely hope OWS movements remain nonviolent.I'd however note that this is almost entirely in the hand of authorities.From what I've seen, and I've seen dozens of live video, virtually all OWS violence has been initiated by authorities not the OWS movement.This situation is a repeat of the 1999 Battle of Seattle, when the mayor and his P.D. overreacted and caused a riot.Today, police in full riot gear and their use of intimidation tactics are more of a treat then protesters.

[ShadeToSun]

@RogerHWerner Well, that being said, and metaphorically speaking, join me in a prayer that the 'Occupy' movement will end will less violence and better results.

[RogerHWerner]

It'shard to say. So much of this song concerns the 1960s so why not Kent State? It was certainly a seminal event from that decade, a decade that began with such promise and end so abysmally. I lived it so my sentiments are first hand but naturally an opinion.

[ShadeToSun]

@RogerHWerner So, do you think the line is about the Kent State Shootings then?

[RogerHWerner]

Amerian Pie was released in 1972. Kent State was in 1969.

[ShadeToSun]

"While the players tried to take the field the marching band refused to yield" I'm guessing this is a reference the the Kent State shootings? Not sure if the timing is right, if not, what is it a reference to?

[ginlin2171]

@sasmanwayne First of all you need to look up the definition of gabble. It means to utter meaningless sounds or talk unintelligibly. This is most definitely NOT what these boys are doing. They are very knowledgeable about this subject. They should not change the way the talk, or their American accent, just because you can't understand it. How about make your own video for class instead of stealing others then complaining about it.

[lta603]

does anyone else think that when theyre tlkin bout the marching bang and the players takin the feild marshall 1970 plane crash...? or is tht just me

[chuanist]

Well Done!