It was also speculated that the song contains numerous references to post-World War II American events ( such as the murders of civil rights workers Chaney , Goodman , and Schwerner ) , and elements of culture , including 1960s culture ( e.g. sock hops , cruising , Bob Dylan , The Beatles , Charles Manson , and much more )
murders of civil rights workers
Murders of Chaney, Goodman, and Schwerner
American Pie (song)