Lodi
Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Fogerty
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Just about a year ago I set out on the road Seekin' my fame and fortune Lookin' for a pot of gold Thing got bad things got worse I guess you will know the tune Oh ! Lord Stuck in Lodi again Rode in on the Greyhound I'll be walkin' out if I go I was just passin' through Must be seven seven months or more Ran out of time and money Looks like they took my friends Oh ! Lord I'm stuck in Lodi again The man from the magazine Said I was on my way Somewhere I lost connections Ran out of songs to play I came into town, a one night stand Looks like my plans fell through Oh ! Lord, Stuck in Lodi again If I only had a dollar For ev'ry song I've sung And ev'ry time I had to play While people sat there drunk You know, I'd catch the next train Back to where I live Oh ! Lord, I'm stuck in a Lodi again Oh ! Lord, I'm stuck in a Lodi again
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Written by: John Cameron Fogerty
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Lodi" is typically classified as roots rock, a genre that draws inspiration from blues and folk music.
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Historical ContextThe song was released in April 1969 as the B-side of the "Bad Moon Rising" single, both of which are part of their album "Green River."
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Song InspirationJohn Fogerty reportedly wrote the song about the struggles of a musician on the road, inspired by a time when Creedence Clearwater Revival was playing gigs in small towns.
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Song Meaning"Lodi" is about a down-and-out musician who finds himself stuck in Lodi, a small, quiet town in California. This is seen by many as an allegory for the struggles and uncertainties artists often face.
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Real-life ConnectionInterestingly, before the song was written, the band had never actually visited Lodi, despite it being relatively close to their hometown of El Cerrito, California.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being a B-side track, "Lodi" received significant radio play and charted in the Top 100 in the U.S.
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Resonance with MusiciansThe song has resonated with many musicians who've experienced the harsh realities of trying to make it in the music industry. It has become a symbol of the struggle and determination required to succeed as a musician.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Lodi" over the years, emphasizing its continued relevance in popular culture. Some notable covers include those by Bo Diddley, Emmylou Harris, and Ricky Nelson.
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Notability for Songwriter"Lodi" is often considered one of Fogerty's best compositions, demonstrating his ability to write about ordinary people facing real struggles
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Legacy in LodiThe city of Lodi embraced the song, and it's often played at city council meetings. In 1990, when John Fogerty finally performed in Lodi, he was given a key to the city.
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