About The Song
“Creedence Clearwater Revival’s ‘Proud Mary’ is a classic rock song written by John Fogerty. It was released as a single in January 1969 and featured on their second studio album, ‘Bayou Country’. It became a radio-friendly hit, reaching #2 in the US in March 1969, #8 in the UK, and #1 in Austria.
The song narrates the story of an individual who leaves a comfortable city life and stable job, symbolizing resilience, the desire for something more, and the fight for social justice. The lyrics depict a narrator reflecting on leaving their job in the city and contemplating their journey. “Proud Mary” remains an enduring anthem, showcasing the power of music to inspire and uplift across generations and cultures.
Lyrics
Left a good job in the city
Workin' for the man ev'ry night and day
And I never lost one minute of sleepin'
Worryin' 'bout the way things might have been
Big wheel keep on turnin'
Proud Mary keep on burnin'
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
Cleaned a lot of plates in Memphis
Pumped a lot of 'pane down in New Orleans
But I never saw the good side of the city
'Til I hitched a ride on a river boat queen
Big wheel keep on turnin'
Proud Mary keep on burnin'
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
If you come down to the river
Bet you gonna find some people who live
You don't have to worry 'cause you have no money
People on the river are happy to give
Big wheel keep on turnin'
Proud Mary keep on burnin'
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river
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