On Don Mclean's American Pie

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American Pie surely proves that Don Mclean was deeply moved by death in an Iowan snow of three great artists in a show by everything that was so changed Americana rearranged speaking for his generation during times of consternation popular in ‘72 today his thoughts sound almost new 7/31/17 Iconic songs - Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Silent One

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Silent One

Date: 9/4/2017 8:48:00 AM

Well written Janis, nice to see your view on the song.. congratulations on your placement..

Janis Thompson
Date: 9/4/2017 11:38:00 AM

Thanks for my placement Silent One. I was glad to be in your contest selection.

Winged Warrior

Date: 7/31/2017 3:59:00 AM

Who can forget that song...grew up with it...best of luck my friend...^WW^

Janis Thompson
Date: 8/30/2017 9:29:00 AM

Then that makes you a young person because I had finished growing. Thanks for the well wishes WW.