For other people with similar names see Don MacLean. Donald McLean (born October 2 1945 in New Rochelle, New York) is an American singer-songwriter. He is most famous for his 1971 songs "American Pie" and "Vincent". Musical Roots Howard, A. 2007 The Don McLean Story: Killing Us Softly With His Songs. 420pp. Lulu Press Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1430306825. As a teenager, Don McLean purchased his first guitar (a Harmony F Hole with a sunburst finish) from the House of Music in New Rochelle, New York and took opera lessons paid for by his sister. These lessons combined with many hours swimming, helped Don develop breath control, which later allowed him to easily sing long, continuous phrases, in songs such as "Crying". The exercise also meant his childhood asthma improved. In 1961 Don's father died (his mother lived until 1985). Don had also been profoundly affected by

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