The song Running Bear, sung by Johnnie Preston, was written by one of the three famous musicians to whom Don McLean paid tribute with American Pie”. Who was he?
- Jiles Perry Richardson, Jr
- Ritchie Valens
- Waylon Jennings
- Buddy Holly
Answer
The correct answer is A) Jiles Perry Richardson, Jr.
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