These members played together since 1959, first as The Blue Velvets, then as The Golliwogs. Their musical style encompassed the roots rock, swamp rock, and blues rock genres. They played in a Southern rock style, despite their San Francisco Bay Area origin, with lyrics about bayous, catfish, the Mississippi River, and other popular elements of Southern United States iconography, as well as political and socially conscious lyrics about topics including the Vietnam War. The band performed at the 1969 Woodstock Festival in Upstate New York.
The group disbanded acrimoniously in late 1972 after four years of chart-topping success. Tom Fogerty had officially left the previous year, and his brother John was at odds with the remaining members over matters of business and artistic control, all of which resulted in subsequent lawsuits among the former bandmates. Fogerty's ongoing disagreements with Fantasy Records owner Saul Zaentz created further protracted court battles, and John Fogerty refused to perform with the two other surviving members at CCR's 1993 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Creedence Clearwater Revival's music is still a staple of US radio airplay; the band has sold 26 million albums in the United States alone. Rolling Stone ranked them 82nd on its Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists of All Time list.
John Fogerty, Doug Clifford, and Stu Cook met at Portola Junior High School in El Cerrito, California. Calling themselves the Blue Velvets, the trio began playing instrumentals and "juke box standards", as well as backing Fogerty's older brother Tom at live gigs and in the recording studio. Tom soon joined the band, and in 1964 they signed with Fantasy Records, an independent jazz label in San Francisco that had released Cast Your Fate To The Wind, a national hit for jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi. The record's success was the subject of a National Educational Television special, which prompted budding songwriter John Fogerty to contact the label. For the band's first release, Fantasy co-owner Max Weiss renamed the group the Golliwogs (after the children's literary character, Golliwogg).
Bandmembers' roles and the instruments they played changed during this period. Stu Cook switched from piano to bass guitar and Tom Fogerty from lead vocals to rhythm guitar; John became the band's lead vocalist and primary songwriter. In Tom Fogerty's words: "I could sing, but John had a sound!".
Get Down Woman
Creedence Clearwater Revival Lyrics
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Before I have to go
Well now, get down woman
Before I have to go
You know, ya hurt me with your bad mouth
And I just don't want to know
Well, slow down, baby
Well now, slow down, baby
And gimme little time
If you want me hangin' 'round
Gotta give me some peace of mind
Oh, get down boy
Well, get back, woman
Before you bring it down
Well, now, get back, baby
Before you bring it down
Or you can tell it to the wall
Without me hangin' around
The lyrics of Get Down Woman by Creedence Clearwater Revival speak of someone telling their significant other to back off and calm down before things escalate. The initial request to "get down woman before I have to go" is an ultimatum, suggesting that the singer will leave if their partner does not change their attitude. The phrase "you know, ya hurt me with your bad mouth" reveals that the source of the conflict is likely verbal, implying that the partner is being insulting or critical. The repetition of "get down woman" and "get down boy" emphasizes the urgency of the situation.
The second verse provides a solution to the conflict, with the singer asking their partner to slow down and give them some time. It is clear that the singer values their own peace of mind and requires some space in order to continue the relationship. The phrase "if you want me hanging 'round gotta give me some peace of mind" clarifies that the singer will not tolerate verbal abuse or constant fighting in the relationship. The reference to "hanging around" suggests that the relationship may be in jeopardy if things do not improve.
The final verse echoes the initial ultimatum, with the singer again warning their partner to back off or risk losing them. The phrase "you can tell it to the wall without me hanging around" indicates that the singer is ready to walk away if their partner does not respect their boundaries. Overall, the lyrics of Get Down Woman highlight the importance of communication, respect, and personal boundaries in a romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, get down woman
The singer is urging the woman to come down from whatever action she is taking that is causing trouble.
Before I have to go
The singer wants the woman to calm down before he reaches his boiling point and leaves.
You know, ya hurt me with your bad mouth
The woman's negative and hurtful words have affected the singer.
And I just don't want to know
The singer wants to avoid hearing any further hurtful words from the woman.
Well, slow down, baby
The singer is asking the woman to take it easy.
And gimme little time
The singer needs some space to think things through before proceeding.
If you want me hangin' 'round
The woman needs to give the singer a reason to stay by her side.
Gotta give me some peace of mind
The singer cannot continue the relationship if he is constantly weighed down by stress and worry.
Oh, get down boy
The singer is redirecting his focus towards the man, who he believes is causing trouble as well.
Well, get back, woman
The singer wants the woman to put some distance between herself and any drama.
Before you bring it down
The singer worries that the woman's actions will lead to destruction and chaos.
Or you can tell it to the wall
The woman can vent her frustrations to an inanimate object, as the singer no longer wants to hear what she has to say.
Without me hangin' around
The singer feels that it is best for him to leave the situation entirely.
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Written by: John Cameron Fogerty
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John Adams
LYRICS
Well, get down woman, before I have to go.
Well, get down woman, before I have to go.
You know, ya hurt me with your bad mouth,
An' I just don't want to know.
Well, slow down, baby, and gimme a little time.
Well, slow down, baby, and gimme a little time.
If you want me hangin' 'round,
Gotta give me some peace of mind.
Oh, get down boy.
Well, get back, woman, before you bring it down.
Well, now, get back, baby, before you bring it down.
Or you can tell it to the wall,
Without me hangin' around.
John Adams
LYRICS
Well, get down woman, before I have to go.
Well, get down woman, before I have to go.
You know, ya hurt me with your bad mouth,
An' I just don't want to know.
Well, slow down, baby, and gimme a little time.
Well, slow down, baby, and gimme a little time.
If you want me hangin' 'round,
Gotta give me some peace of mind.
Oh, get down boy.
Well, get back, woman, before you bring it down.
Well, now, get back, baby, before you bring it down.
Or you can tell it to the wall,
Without me hangin' around.
Ray Avery
Man, I love these guys !! John, Tom, Doug & Stu, great musicians!!! My grandpa introduced me to CCR back in the 60's when I was a kid. Still listening to them today !!!
Antonio di Palma
-I think CCR are heaven send by god---I have every LP of them--John Fogerty is the Jesus of USA rock music--Do you agree ?---Fran Casco
Escuchandolo en 2020. La creedence nunca morirá
ledzeppelin27
can't believe someone didn't include this on chronicle. volume 1 or 2 one of the best songs I've ever heard
dominic finucci
Love the raw blues tracks.. This one and Penthouse Pauper are my fav CCR tunes
Bruce Spruce
Damn right! cheers!
eymigdn
I love The same songs, get down woman and penthouse pauper.
Michael Gorman
They could sure play the blues
LSW2216
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