The man who wrote the song about the day the music died!
Don McLean is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his 1971 hit songs American Pie and Vincent.
McLean’s recording career began just two years before American Pie. His album Tapestry marked his entry into the folk scene, where he befriended Pete Seeger and became part of the circuit.
When McLean’s indie label, Media Arts, was sold to United Artists, he was unexpectedly given the opportunity to record his second album for a major label. American Pie became a worldwide phenomenon almost overnight.
Also notable is McLean’s willingness to tackle covers, such as his rendition of Sam Cooke’s Wonderful World.
Don McLean Tunes | Related Pages
American Pie | Chords + TAB
You can learn how to play American Pie by Don McLean using chords, lyrics, chord analysis, a chord chart, and Spytunes video guitar lessons.
| G D/F# Em | Am C | Em D Dsus4 | 2/4 Dsus2 D |
A long long time ago, I can still remember how that music used to make me smile…
Start learning with the full lesson series: American Pie – Guitar Lessons with TAB.
Vincent | Chords + TAB
You can learn how to play Vincent by Don McLean using chords, lyrics, chord analysis, a chord chart, and the original recording.
| N.C G69 | G Gsus4 | G G6 Gsus4 | Am Asus2 |
Starry, starry night. Paint your palette blue and gray…
Check out the full TAB lesson here: Vincent (Don McLean) Guitar Lesson with TAB.
Wonderful World | Chords + TAB
You can learn how to play Wonderful World by Sam Cooke using chords, lyrics, a chord chart, and the original recording.
| B | G#m |
Don’t know much about history…
Check out the full TAB lesson here: Wonderful World (Sam Cooke) Guitar Lesson with TAB.
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