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The Truth behind Tom Petty's "American Girl"

By Jake Brown
August 14, 2006

Snopes uncovers the true story behind "American Girl" by Tom Petty and it has nothing to do with suicide. Previously.

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Speaking of which, that Conversations With Tom Petty book is awesome - highly recommend it.

• Patrick, Aug 15, 2006 2:56PM

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