Sweet Hitch-Hiker
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Was ridin' along side the highway, rollin' up the country side Thinkin' I'm the devil's heatwave, what you burn in your crazy mind? Saw a slight distraction standin' by the road She was smilin' there, yellow in her hair ...
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Song Creation"Sweet Hitch-Hiker" was written by John Fogerty, who was the lead singer, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter for Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR).
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Release DateThe song was released in July 1971 as a single from the band's second compilation album, "Mardi Gras."
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Chart SuccessUpon release, "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, making it one of the band’s most successful songs.
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Global ImpactNot only was it popular in the U.S., but the track also hit the top ten charts in several other countries including Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, and Ireland.
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Single’s B-sideThe B-side of the "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" single was "Door To Door," a rare Creedence Clearwater Revival original written and sung by bassist Stu Cook.
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Last Top Hit"Sweet Hitch-Hiker" was the last top-10 single the band had in the United States before their break-up.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song's lyrics tell the story of a misunderstood man who picks up a female hitchhiker while traveling down the road.
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Track DurationThe track "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" has a duration of 2 minutes and 59 seconds.
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RecognitionRolling Stone magazine ranked the song as number 408 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
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Album ContributionsThis song was one of the three hits in CCR’s last album, “Mardi Gras,” the others being “Someday Never Comes” and “Hello Mary Lou.”
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John Fogerty's PerformanceDespite leaving Creedence years after the breakup, John Fogerty continued to perform "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" in his solo concerts.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" has been covered by several artists, including Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead during a 1981 live performance.
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Song Genre"Sweet Hitch-Hiker" is characterized as a blend of swamp rock, country rock, and roots rock, reflecting the overall signature style of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
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Commercial UseThe song was used for the commercial of Levi’s Jeans in the 1970s, gaining more popularity and public recognition.
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Music VideoA music video was made for the song, featuring the band members playing their instruments in a garage, highlighting the raw and powerful rock-and-roll spirit of CCR.
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