Released in 1970, “American Woman” is a song by the Canadian rock band Guess Who. It became their first top 10 hit in the United States, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is a protest song against the Vietnam War and the social unrest of the time. The lyrics tell the story of a young American woman who is struggling to find her place in a world that is changing rapidly. The song was written by Guess Who frontman Burton Cummings and guitarist Randy Bachman. It was inspired by the anti-war protests that were taking place in the United States at the time.
“American Woman” was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its catchy melody and its powerful lyrics. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Lenny Kravitz, Bruce Springsteen, and Kid Rock. It remains a popular song today and is considered one of the classic rock songs of the 1970s.
