I thought this might be an interesting thread. I've often wondered what the lyrics of some songs refer to, whether they are just stream of consciousness, or have a deeper meaning. For instance, Freddie Mercury always stated that there was no real meaning to the lyrics of Bohemian Rhapsody, but that has never stopped people from trying to interpret it.
Anyway, what put this in my head recently was when I posted a copy of Weird Al's "The Saga Begins" on facebook, and it started me wondering about the lyrics for Don McLean's "American Pie".
A quick google brought up this fascinating interpretation:
http://understandingamericanpie.com/
Granted, Don McLean has not confirmed it, but he makes a pretty compelling argument.
Song Meanings and Interpretations
Song Meanings and Interpretations
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I agree it is a compelling argument, and much of it is pretty irrefutable. Thanks for sharing it. Definitely an excellent read.
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