Bad Moon Rising

Don't go around tonight! Feel the ominous energy beneath the upbeat sound of Creedence Clearwater Revival's 1969 classic, "Bad Moon Rising." This iconic track blends a bouncy rockabilly beat with blues rock grit, creating an unforgettable, chart-topping hit perfect for cruising.

Released as a hugely successful single from CCR's prolific 1969 output (later appearing on the Green River album), "Bad Moon Rising" showcased John Fogerty's distinctive songwriting. Its fusion of an infectious rockabilly rhythm with blues rock guitar and unsettling lyrics made it a unique cruisin' classic.

This timeless 1969 rock song juxtaposes a cheerful melody and driving beat with lyrics forecasting doom and trouble. Fogerty's unmistakable vocals deliver the warning, making "Bad Moon Rising" a perfect example of CCR's signature swampy blues rock sound and an enduring cruising favorite.

SONG MEANING: Despite its upbeat, rockabilly tempo, the song conveys a strong sense of impending doom and disaster ("I see the bad moon arising / I see trouble on the way"). John Fogerty was inspired by a movie scene involving a hurricane and channeled contemporary anxieties, using apocalyptic imagery to warn of troubled times ahead.