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Who sang Magdalene Lane?

Don McLean released the song Magdalene Lane.

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The meaning of the song 'Magdalene Lane ', based on the lyrics
What is Magdalene Lane about?
🎶 Magdalene Lane song analysis
The song is about a city where people are lost and desperate. The protagonist talks about the strange things he sees, like angels lost in the city and migrants who can't complain. He also talks about a street where women are sold and the sadness in the city. Despite all this, he leaves tomorrow and no one really knows him there.

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Don McLean - Short Biography

Donald McLean III is an iconic American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for his 1971 hit "American Pie". He also produced other popular singles such as "Vincent", "Dreidel" and "Wonderful Baby". His interpretations of Roy Orbison's "Crying" and the Skyliners' "Since I Don't Have You" cemented his place in music history. His music is considered a cornerstone of the loss of innocence of the first generation of rock and roll.
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Story of the song Magdalene Lane - Don McLean
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