Proud Mary
John Fogerty
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There's a place up ahead and I'm goin' Just as fast as my feet can fly Come away, come away if you're goin' Leave the sinkin' ship behind Come on the risin' wind We're goin' up around the bend Bring a song and a smile for the banjo Better get while the gettin's good Hitch a ride to the end of the highway Where the neons turn to wood Come on the risin' wind We're goin' up around the bend You can ponder perpetual motion Fix your mind on a crystal day Always time for good conversation There's an ear for what you say Come on the risin' wind We're goin' up around the bend Catch a ride to the end of the highway And we'll meet by the big red tree There's a place up ahead and I'm goin' Come along, come along with me Come on the risin' wind We're goin' up around the bend Do do do do Do do do do Do do do do ...
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Proud Mary" was written by John Fogerty, the lead vocalist and lead guitarist of Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR).
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Date and Album ReleaseThe song was first released by CCR in 1969 as the second single from their second studio album, "Bayou Country".
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Chart Performance"Proud Mary" peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, making it one of the band's biggest hits.
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Song InspirationFogerty wrote "Proud Mary" two days after he was discharged from the National Guard. The name Mary is said to be inspired by a maid in a TV commercial, and the reference to a river reflects his fascination with the Mississippi River.
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Multi-Covered Song"Proud Mary" is one of the most covered songs in rock and roll history, with notable versions by Ike and Tina Turner, Solomon Burke, and many others.
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Recognition and AwardsThe song was included in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
- "Proud Mary" was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998.
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Fogerty's Reaction to Cover VersionsAlthough many artists have covered "Proud Mary", John Fogerty has stated that the version by Ike and Tina Turner remains his favorite.
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Meanings and Interpretation"Proud Mary" has often been interpreted as a testament to the spirit of the working class. The song's lyrics tell a tale about living and working along a river, with the 'Proud Mary' thought to be a steamboat.
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The Song’s GenderThe ship, 'Proud Mary', is referred to in the lyrics with female pronouns. Ships and boats are traditionally considered as female in many cultures, giving 'Proud Mary' a personality throughout the song.
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Continued PopularityDespite being over 50 years old, "Proud Mary" remains a popular song today, often appearing in TV shows, movies, and commercials, proving its timeless appeal.
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