Wrote a Song for Everyone

Creedence Clearwater Revival

About Wrote a Song for Everyone

Wrote a Song for Everyone is the ninth solo studio album by John Fogerty, released on May 28, 2013 (Fogerty's 68th birthday) in the United States. The album is a collection of Creedence Clearwater Revival classics and deep tracks from his canon of hits as well as some brand new songs, performed alongside an array of notable musicians, including Foo Fighters ("Fortunate Son"), Bob Seger ("Who'll Stop the Rain"), Dawes ("Someday Never Comes"), Brad Paisley ("Hot Rod Heart"), Miranda Lambert ("Wrote a Song for Everyone"), Kid Rock ("Born on the Bayou"), Keith Urban ("Almost Saturday Night"), My Morning Jacket ("Long as I Can See the Light"), Alan Jackson ("Have You Ever Seen the Rain"), Jennifer Hudson ("Proud Mary"), and more. The album also features two new songs, "Mystic Highway" and "Train of Fools". 


Year:
1969
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Met myself a comin' county welfare line.
I was feelin' strung out, hung out on the line.
Saw myself a goin', down to war in June.
All I want, all I want is to write myself a tune. 

[Chorus]
Wrote a song for everyone,
Wrote a song for truth.
Wrote a song For everyone
And I couldn't even talk to you. 

Got myself arrested, wound me up in jail.
Richmond 'bout to blow up, communication failed.
If you see the answer, now's the time to say.
All I want, all I want is to get you down and pray. 

[Chorus: x2]
 
Saw the people standin' thousand years in chains.
Somebody said it's different now, look, it's just the same.
Pharoah's spin the message, 'round and 'round the truth.
They could have saved a million people, how can I tell you? 

[Chorus: x2]

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Creedence Clearwater Revival

Creedence Clearwater Revival (sometimes shortened to Creedence or CCR) was an American rock band that gained popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s with a number of successful singles drawn from various albums. more »

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Written by: John Cameron Fogerty

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7 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Wrote a Song for Everyone" was released on Creedence Clearwater Revival's 1969 album "Green River." - The song received a fair amount of positive reception from critics and fans alike, being praised for its introspective lyrics and strong, melodic rock sound.
Song Inspiration
The song, written by John Fogerty, was meant to be a reflection of his feelings at the time. It served as a testament to Fogerty's wanting to produce songs that everyone could relate to.
Music Style
The style of "Wrote a Song for Everyone" is often categorized as roots rock, a genre combining elements of rock and roll, country, and folk music. This is distinctive of Creedence Clearwater Revival's general music style.
Cover Versions
In 2013, John Fogerty released a version of "Wrote a Song for Everyone" on his album of the same name. This version featured country artist Miranda Lambert and Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine. - Other artists who have covered the song include Mavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy.
Live Performances
Creedence Clearwater Revival performed "Wrote a Song for Everyone" live at the Woodstock Festival in 1969. This iconic performance has been noted as one of the highlights of the festival.
Recognition and Influence
Despite not being released as a single, "Wrote a Song for Everyone" has remained one of Creedence Clearwater Revival's most recognized songs. - It has also been cited as an influence by various artists over the years for its evocative lyrics and heartfelt delivery.
Use in Media
The live version of the song featured in the documentary "Woodstock: Three Days of Peace and Music (Director's Cut)."

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