American Pie cover

American Pie

Madonna · 2000

16 min · 3 tracks · contemporary R&B · electronic · folk

A vibrant dance-pop reinterpretation of a classic, blending nostalgic lyrics with modern electronic beats.

American Pie is a single by Madonna, released in 2000. A vibrant dance-pop reinterpretation of a classic, blending nostalgic lyrics with modern electronic beats. Madonna's version of 'American Pie' debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it her twelfth number-one single. The song's release sparked discussions around cultural nostalgia and the reinterpretation of classic rock for a new generation, showcasing Madonna's influence in bridging generational musical divides. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does American Pie sound like?

A vibrant dance-pop reinterpretation of a classic, blending nostalgic lyrics with modern electronic beats. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electronic.

What makes American Pie by Madonna notable?

Madonna's version of 'American Pie' debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it her twelfth number-one single. The song's release sparked discussions around cultural nostalgia and the reinterpretation of classic rock for a new generation, showcasing Madonna's influence in bridging generational musical divides. When 'American Pie' was released in March 2000, Madonna was navigating her transition into a more mature pop artist following the commercial success of her 1998 album 'Ray of Light'. This cover marked her ongoing evolution as an artist willing to reinterpret and recontextualize iconic songs for contemporary audiences.

How many songs are on American Pie?

American Pie has 3 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·16:56

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 American Pie (album version) Standout 4:33
  • 2 American Pie (Calderone filter dub) Standout 6:06
  • 3 American Pie (Calderone vocal dub) Standout 6:17

Release Date

March 3, 2000

Genre

contemporary R&B

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

16 min 56 sec