Keep on Chooglin'
John Fogerty
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Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Maybe you don't understand it But if you're a natural man You got to ball and have a good time And that's what I call chooglin' Here comes Mary lookin' for Harry She gonna choogle tonight Here comes Louie, works in the sewer Lord, he gonna choogle tonight Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Keep on chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin' Chooglin', chooglin'
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Written by: John Cameron Fogerty
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9 facts about this song
Genre"Keep on Chooglin'" is a song in the Southern Rock genre with elements of Swamp Rock and Blues. It's a perfect showcase of John Fogerty's ability to incorporate various musical styles into his songs.
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SongwriterThe song was written by John Fogerty himself, which is the norm for most of his hits. Fogerty is well-regarded for his songwriting, with his lyrics often providing insight into everyday American life.
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Released"Keep on Chooglin'" was first released on January 5, 1969, as part of Creedence Clearwater Revival's second studio album "Bayou Country".
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BandAlthough the song is commonly associated with John Fogerty, it was actually released by the American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, where Fogerty served as the lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter.
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Live PerformancesOne of the distinctive features of the song is its extended jam section, which often turned into a highlight of the band's live performances. Fogerty and his bandmates would sometimes play the song for as long as 20 minutes live.
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Phrase OriginThe phrase "Keep on Chooglin'" was actually coined by Fogerty. It doesn't have a specific literal meaning but represents a vibe of keeping things moving and having a good time.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by other bands, most notably the American Southern rock band Black Stone Cherry.
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Classifications"Keep On Chooglin'" is classified under Rock and Roll Music and is also considered a pivotal song in the Southern Rock genre with influences of blues and country music.
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RatingsWhile the song didn't chart as a single, the album "Bayou Country" was a commercial success and reached the number 7 spot on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
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