Keep On Chooglin
John Fogerty
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Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Maybe you don't understand it But if you're a natural man You got to ball and have a good time And that's what I call chooglin' Here comes Mary lookin' for Harry She gonna choogle tonight Here comes Louie, works in the sewer Lord, he gonna choogle tonight Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin'
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Written by: John Cameron Fogerty
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10 facts about this song
Song TitleThe term "chooglin" in the song title "Keep On Chooglin" is actually a term coined by Fogerty himself, meaning a rhythmic, chugging motion.
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AlbumThe song "Keep On Chooglin" is from the second studio album called "Bayou Country" by the American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), in which John Fogerty was the lead vocalist and guitarist.
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Release YearThe song "Keep On Chooglin" was released in January 1969, this was an iconic year for America's culture in music and social change.
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GenreFramed under the rock genre, the song brings together various elements of swamp rock, roots rock, and blues rock which is very characteristic of CCR's music style.
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Song LengthThe song is one of the longest tracks made by CCR, clocking in at 7 minutes and 40 seconds.
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Live PerformancesJohn Fogerty often ends his live performances with this song, turning it into an extended jam session where he showcases his guitar skills.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics reflect the group's working-class roots with frequent references to labor and the grinding machinery, symbolic of relentless hard work.
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Harmonica PieceThe song also features a spectacular harmonica piece performed by John Fogerty, demonstrating his musical versatility.
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RelevanceEven several decades after its release, "Keep On Chooglin" retains its cultural relevance and is considered a classic rock anthem.
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AuthorshipAs with most of the Creedence Clearwater Revival's songs, "Keep On Chooglin" was also written and composed by John Fogerty. The signature environmental and social themes in his songs, along with a definite southern rock influence, make his songwriting style unique and recognizable.
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