"American Woman '' is a song released by the Canadian rock band the Guess Who in November 1969, from their sixth studio album of the same name. It was later released in March 1970 as a single backed with "No Sugar Tonight '', which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Billboard magazine placed the single at number three on the Year - End Hot 100 singles of 1970 list. On May 22, 1970, the single was certified as gold by the RIAA.
who sings american woman stay away from me
the Guess Who