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Don McLean Duets 'American Pie' with Jessie Murph

9/30/2025

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Don McLean performed 'American Pie' as a duet with Jessie Murph in Los Angeles—third time singing it with another artist.
The 1971 track remains a cultural touchstone, reflecting changes in 1960s America.
The song includes the hit single 'Vincent,' and 'American Pie' reached No. 1 on Billboard charts, four Grammy nominations.

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Story summary

Don McLean performed 'American Pie' as a duet with Jessie Murph in Los Angeles—third time singing it with another artist.
The 1971 track remains a cultural touchstone, reflecting changes in 1960s America.
The song includes the hit single 'Vincent,' and 'American Pie' reached No. 1 on Billboard charts, four Grammy nominations.