Proud Mary

Rollin' on the river! Experience Creedence Clearwater Revival's legendary 1969 rock anthem, "Proud Mary." This iconic track blends roots rock, swamp rock, and Southern rock with folk storytelling, creating an unforgettable sound defined by its signature paddle wheel rhythm—a true cruisin' classic.

Released as a massive hit single from their 1969 album Bayou Country, "Proud Mary" became one of CCR's most famous songs. John Fogerty's evocative vocals and instantly recognizable guitar work drive this roots rock masterpiece, perfectly capturing the band's signature swamp rock sound and storytelling prowess.

This timeless 1969 classic features a famous tempo change mimicking the riverboat it describes. Its fusion of rock energy with blues, country, and folk rock influences, coupled with its theme of finding freedom, makes "Proud Mary" an enduring cruisin' classic beloved worldwide.

SONG MEANING: The song tells the story of someone leaving a mundane city job to find a simpler, more fulfilling life working on the Mississippi riverboat "Proud Mary." It celebrates the freedom and rhythm of life on the river ("Rollin', rollin', rollin' on the river"), contrasting it favorably with the demands of conventional work.