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  3. beatcrave.com › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: American Girl by Tom Petty

    May 17, 2024 · American Girl is a classic rock song written by Tom Petty and recorded with his band, the Heartbreakers. Released in 1977, it quickly became one of their most beloved and recognized songs. The lyrics tell the story of a young girl who dreams of a better life and tries to escape the confines of her hometown.

  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › American_Girl_(Tom_PettyAmerican Girl (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers song)

    "American Girl" is a rock song written by Tom Petty and recorded by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers for their self-titled debut album in 1976. It was released as a single and did not chart in the United States, but peaked at No. 40 in the UK for the week ending August 27, 1977.

  5. beatcrave.com › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: American Girl by Tom Petty & the ...

    Apr 23, 2024 · Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ American Girl is a classic rock tune that has stood the test of time. Since its release in 1976, it has become a staple on rock radio and a go-to song for any American road trip playlist. However, many people don’t know the story behind the lyrics.

  6. www.songfacts.com › facts › tom-petty-theAmerican Girl by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers - Songfacts

    A track from the first Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers album, "American Girl" was never a hit, but it became one of their most popular songs. Part of its lasting appeal is its intrigue, as it is the subject of an urban myth that reads as follows: The University of Florida is located in Petty's hometown of Gainesville, Florida.

  7. iloveclassicrock.com › the-story-behind-americanThe Story Behind “American Girl” By Tom Petty and The ...

    Mar 10, 2020 · Written by Tom Petty for his debut with the Heartbreakers, “American Girl” remains to be one of the best classic rock staples in the US. It also carries one of the most widely-spread urban legends wrapped around a song.

  8. www.grunge.com › 231349The Hidden Meaning Of Tom Petty And The Heartbreaker's ...

    Jul 29, 2020 · 'American Girl' is hailed as one of the best guitar songs of all time by Rolling Stone, but its narrative hasn't always been agreed upon. While some fans take the song literally—a story about an American girl who most likely jumped to her death from a balcony—that's not the case at all.

  9. ultimateclassicrock.com › tom-petty-american-girlHow Tom Petty Crafted the Legacy-Defining ‘American Girl’

    Feb 15, 2022 · Listen to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' 'American Girl'. When the song was released, some couldn't help but notice a similarity to another L.A. band: the Byrds. Even though Petty...