Don McLean's "American Pie, Part 1 and Part 2," 45 RPM

Don McLean's "American Pie, Part 1 and Part 2," was released by United Artists Records in 1971. Key details include:  Song: "American Pie, Part 1 and Part 2" by Don McLean.  Record Label: United Artists Records.  Catalog Number: 50856.  Release Year: 1971.  Production: Engineered by Tom Flye, A BSM Production.  Length: The full song, including Part 1 and Part 2, is 8 minutes and 42 seconds long.  Meaning: The song is partly biographical and reflects the cultural changes and loss of innocence in America during the 1960s, particularly after the death of Buddy Holly and other rock and roll pioneers in a plane crash, an event referred to as "The Day the Music Died".  Impact: "American Pie" was a massive hit, staying on the Billboard charts for over a year and becoming McLean's signature song.  Gently used normal wear, no chips, no visible scratches. Worn original sleeve. One owner, stored in a smoke-free home. Please view the photos for a better description.