This is a series of posts that will talk about my favorite songs that are about famous people. See if you agree with any of these!
“Vincent,” written and performed by American singer-songwriter Don McLean, was released in 1971 on his landmark album American Pie. The song, sometimes subtitled “Starry, Starry Night,” is a poignant tribute to the Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh, whose tragic life and luminous art deeply moved McLean.
His struggles with addiction and mental health were well-documented and heavily impacted his personal and professional life.
Kurt Donald Cobain was born on February 20, 1967, in Aberdeen, Washington. His parents, Wendy and Donald Cobain, struggled financially, which created a tumultuous environment for Kurt and his sister Kim. Kurt was a sensitive and artistic child who showed an early interest in music and art. He began singing at a young age and started playing the guitar at age 14.
