Rock and Roll Girls

John Fogerty

About Rock and Roll Girls

"Rock and Roll Girls" is a song written by John Fogerty that was first released on his 1985 album Centerfield. It was also released as the second single from the album, backed with the title track of the album. It peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at number five on the Mainstream Rock chart.

Year:: 1985
: 3:28
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Playlists:: #5

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John Fogerty

John Cameron Fogerty (born May 28, 1945) is an American musician, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his time with the swamp rock/roots rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) and as a solo recording artist. Fogerty has a rare distinction of being named on Rolling Stone magazine's list of 100 Greatest Guitarists at #40 and the list of 100 Greatest Singers at #72. The songs "Proud Mary" and "Born on the Bayou" also rank amongst the Greatest Pop songs ("Proud Mary," #41) and Guitar songs ("Born on the Bayou," #53). more »

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification "Rock and Roll Girls" is a classic rock song, combining elements of rock and roll and folk-rock music.
Album Information This song is featured on John Fogerty's third solo studio album called "Centerfield," released in 1985.
Chart Success Upon its release, "Rock and Roll Girls" reached #20 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its popular appeal among listeners.
Artist Background John Fogerty is a renowned American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist and principal songwriter of the band Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Musical Structure This song is characterized by its catchy, straightforward melody and lyrics. The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus-verse-chorus format.
Lyrics Theme The song's lyrics depict a nostalgic longing for a simpler time with friends and rock and roll music, reflecting a recurring theme in Fogerty’s songwriting.
Recognition Rolling Stone magazine ranked "Centerfield," the album featuring "Rock and Roll Girls," among the top 100 albums of the 1980s.
Inspiration "Rock and Roll Girls" is often perceived as John Fogerty's acknowledgement of the profound influence early rock and roll had on him.
Release Dispute "Centerfield" album was surrounded by legal disputes between Fogerty and his former record company that delayed its release.
Live Performance "Rock and Roll Girls" became a regular part of Fogerty's live performances; it's particularly loved by fans for its nostalgic, uplifting feel.

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