The Guess Who’s “American Woman” is a classic rock song released in 1970. It is one of the band’s most famous songs and has been covered by many other artists. The song is a protest song that speaks out against the Vietnam War and the social unrest of the time. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the song’s catchy melody has made it a favorite of classic rock fans for decades.
The song was written by Burton Cummings, the band’s lead singer and keyboardist. Cummings was inspired to write the song after seeing a news report about a young woman who had been killed in the Kent State shootings. The song became a hit and helped to raise awareness of the anti-war movement. It has since been used in many films and television shows and has become a symbol of the Vietnam War era.