Who take Van Gogh to etching ?
In 1971 , singer Don McLean wrote the ballad " Vincent " in honor of Van Gogh ; also known by its opening words , " Starry Starry Night , " the song refers to the painting McLean 's song was also sung by Josh Groban in 2002 , and the punk band NOFX did a version which can be found on a rarities and b - sides double album .