"We never really had any intention of playing for the public," says Stu. "But a friend wanted to promote a couple of concerts. We got talked into it, but didn't know how it would go over."
Since then, the reaction to Creedence Clearwater Revisited's concerts has been astounding, and driven in part by a generation of kids who, as Cosmo says, "weren't even born when the music came out." Likewise, the release of a double-live CD on Universal's Hip-O Records label, which features passionate, authoritative versions of 22 classic hits - was the result of public demand. "It was generated by requests of the people who came to the shows," Stu acknowledges."Over and over they would ask, "'do you guys have a CD?'"Creedence Clearwater Revisited's "Recollection" has proven so popular that it was certified as a platinum record by the RIAA in 2008.
Having now toured North America, South America, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, knocking out audiences with astounding concerts jam packed with songs that are still a staple of radio and movie soundtracks, Creedence Clearwater Revisited has come a long way. "In the beginning Cosmo and I decided that if we could find the musicians that could capture the sound and recreate what the music was about, we'd do it," recalls Stu.
As fans who have experienced a Creedence Clearwater Revisited concert can attest, Stu and Cosmo found the right players. Lead singer/rhythm guitar player John Tristao, a powerful tenor with the energy to power songs, initially rose to prominence as lead singer for the band People when their hit "I Love You" bulleted into the top ten. Lead guitarist Tal Morris has been described as "the quintessential Bay Area guitar prodigy" and his monstrous talent unleashed live is what a rock 'n' roll concert is all about. Talented multi-instrumentalist Steve Gunner rounds out the group. As Cosmo puts it, "Gun provides live all the overdubs that were on the records. He plays keyboard, acoustic guitar, percussion, harmonica and sings the high harmonies."
With this new lineup, Stu and Cosmo and their band Creedence Clearwater Revisited add a new chapter to their legacy with vibrant and exhilarating energy and pure American spirit. As the Hollywood Reporter's music critic John Lappen wrote about a Creedence Clearwater Revisited concert in Los Angeles, "Their set was an amazing list of hit after hit that was done serious justice by the players involved. If anyone in the cheering crowd was disappointed [anyone] wasn't there, they hid it well behind their big smiles and whoops of joy at hearing live some of the best American rock ever written and recorded." "People don't want to be involved in an endless debate," Cosmo sums up. "They want to hear the music." And Creedence Clearwater Revisited always delivers.
The band has toured North America, South America, New Zealand, Europe and Asia. They have also released the album, Recollection.
I Heard It Through The Grapevine
Creedence Clearwater Revisited Lyrics
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'Bout your plans to make me blue
With some other guy you knew before
Between the two of us guys
You know I loved you more
It took me by surprise I must say
When I found out yesterday
Don't you know that I heard it through the grapevine
Oh I heard it through the grapevine
Oh I'm just about to lose my mind
Honey, honey yeah.
I heard it through the grapevine
Not much longer would you be mine baby
I know a man ain't supposed to cry
But these tears I can't hold inside
Losin' you would end my life you see
'Cause you mean that much to me
You could have told me yourself
That you loved some one else
Instead I heard it through the grapevine
Not much longer would you be mine
Oh, I heard it through the grapevine
And I'm just about to lose my mind
Honey, honey yeah
I heard it through the grapevine
Not much longer would you be mine, baby
People say believe half of what you see
Son and none of what you hear
But I can't help but be confused
If it's true please tell me dear
Do you plan to let me go
For the other guy you loved before?
Don't you know I heard it through the grapevine
Not much longer would you be mine, baby yeah
I heard it through the grapevine
I'm just about to love my mind
Honey, honey, yeah
I heard it through the grapevine,
Not much longer would you be mine, baby yeah
The song "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" by Creedence Clearwater Revival is about a man who finds out that his lover is leaving him for someone else. The lyrics reveal that the singer has been hearing rumors about his lover's infidelity and is just learning the truth. He is devastated by the news and cannot believe that his lover would leave him for someone else. The lyrics reflect the pain and confusion he feels as he grapples with the reality of the situation.
The use of grapevine in the song is a reference to the informal network of communication that existed in African American communities during segregation. This phrase comes from the practice of slaves passing messages to one another on the grapevine. The song also reflects the changing times of the late 1960s, when traditional gender roles were being challenged and people were exploring new ideas about freedom and self-expression.
The song "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" was originally recorded by Motown artist Marvin Gaye in 1967, and was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong. Creedence Clearwater Revival's cover of the song was released as a single in 1970 and became one of their most popular and beloved tracks. The song has been covered many times over the years, by artists including Gladys Knight & The Pips, The California Raisins, and Michael McDonald.
Line by Line Meaning
I bet you're wonderin' how I knew
You must be curious about how I found out
'Bout your plans to make me blue
About your intention to cause me pain
With some other guy you knew before
You're seeing someone you have a history with
Between the two of us guys
It's just me and this other guy you're seeing
You know I loved you more
You should know that I had stronger feelings for you
It took me by surprise I must say
I was caught off guard, honestly
When I found out yesterday
I only heard about it yesterday
Don't you know that I heard it through the grapevine
Do you realize I found out from someone else?
Not much longer would you be mine
We don't have much time left together
Oh I heard it through the grapevine
I found out through gossip
Oh I'm just about to lose my mind
I feel like I'm losing my grip on reality
Honey, honey yeah
It's a term of endearment
I know a man ain't supposed to cry
Traditionally, men aren't allowed to show emotions
But these tears I can't hold inside
I can't help but cry
Losin' you would end my life you see
I don't think I could go on if we broke up
'Cause you mean that much to me
You're incredibly important to me
You could have told me yourself
It would have been better if you told me directly
That you loved some one else
The truth is that you have feelings for someone else
People say believe half of what you see
There's a classic saying that you shouldn't be too trusting
Son and none of what you hear
Especially not when it comes to rumors
But I can't help but be confused
Despite this knowledge, I'm still feeling a lot of uncertainty
If it's true please tell me dear
I'm asking you to confirm whether or not these rumors are accurate
Do you plan to let me go
Are you considering breaking up with me?
I'm just about to love my mind
I feel like I'm going crazy
Not much longer would you be mine, baby yeah
We're not going to be together much longer
I heard it through the grapevine
I found out through gossip
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WHITFIELD, NORMAN / STRONG, BARRETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Judas Pino
El mejor solo de guitarra que he visto en toda mi vida en vivo. Alucinante y majestuosa ejecución por parte de Elliot, cuando visitaron México en el 99 y yo estuve en primera fila.
KansasFarmBoy1
Still one of the BEST CCR's live songs. No matter which CCR plays it..........
D Barbour
Amazing performance out of this group led by their fearless lead guitarist Elliot Easton who is quite possibly on of the top guitarists on the planet 🌎 as we know it today. This is the very best version of the song I’ve ever heard! Thanks to you guys
Livein Oregon
I love how Elliot Easton just tears up this song , really makes it his own while paying respect to the original song! And I love that wry grin at 7:04
D Barbour
E E #1
francisco javier leon diaz
Medalla de oro para todos ellos¡¡ en especial para Eliot...!!Magistral¡¡¡...
Eduardo Baez
¡Tremendo solo!
Blade Silver
Whatever the disses say, This is still some of the greatest music ever. Long Live Creedence Clearwater Revisited!!!
I LR
Lastima que no lo subieron completo, esta con madres.
Mark Dougherty
CCR's version of Grapevine, pretty obscure, is a great song much beloved by CCR fans. Never hear it on the radio; someone unaware of it would rarely stumble across it. Great version here.