American Pie: The Story Behind the Song

The transcript covers Don McLean's iconic song 'American Pie', its creation, impact, and meaning. It discusses the song's financial success, covers by other artists, and McLean's views on artistic integrity. The transcript also touches on McLean's personal struggles, his relationship with the music industry, and his future projects, including a documentary and a world tour.

What milestone will 'American Pie' reach next year?

• Its 60th anniversary

• Its 40th anniversary

• Its 50th anniversary

• Its 70th anniversary

What inspired Don McLean to write 'American Pie'?

• A dream he had

• A conversation with a friend

• Reading a book about America

• Singing into a tape recorder

How did Don McLean react to Madonna's cover of 'American Pie'?

• He disliked it

• He was indifferent

• He loved it

• He was unaware of it

How much does 'American Pie' generate annually in royalties?

• $100,000

• $400,000

• $200,000

• $300,000

What is Don McLean's approach to songwriting?

• He writes songs he truly loves

• He writes songs that are trendy

• He writes songs suggested by producers

• He writes songs based on popular demand

Which record label did Don McLean have conflicts with?

• Sony Music

• Universal Music

• Warner Music

• Arista Records

Which artist is mentioned as having covered Don McLean's songs?

• Madonna

• Elvis

• Bob Dylan

• The Beatles

What is the age difference between Don McLean and his girlfriend Paris?

• 50 years

• 40 years

• 30 years

• 20 years

What upcoming project is related to 'American Pie'?

• A feature film

• A Broadway musical

• A television series

• A new album

Who does Don McLean suggest could play him in a film about his life?

• Christian Bale

• Brad Pitt

• Leonardo DiCaprio

• Tom Hanks