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!".
Susie Q
Creedence Clearwater Revival Lyrics
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Oh Susie Q baby I love you, Susie Q
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
Susie Q
Well, say that you'll be true
Well, say that you'll be true and never leave me blue, Susie Q
Well, say that you'll be mine
Well, say that you'll be mine
Well, say that you'll be mine, baby all the time, Susie Q
Uh uh
Uh uh
Uh uh
Uh uh
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, baby I love you, Susie Q
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
I like the way you walk I like the way you talk, Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, baby I love you, Susie Q
The song "Susie Q" by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a declaration of love to a woman named Susie. The lyrics are simple and repetitious, highlighting admiration for her physical attributes and a desire for her to reciprocate his love. The chorus emphasizes his love for her, while the verses ask her to pledge her loyalty to him.
The song is a throwback to the rock and roll of the 1950s, with a heavy emphasis on the rhythm and blues influences that were popular in that era. The opening guitar riff is instantly recognizable, and sets the tone for the entire song. The vocal delivery is loose and carefree, perfectly capturing the feel of early rock and roll.
However, the true magic of "Susie Q" lies in its infectious energy. The repetition of the lyrics, the rhythm of the guitar and drums, and the occasional "uh uh" all combine to create a sense of joy and excitement that is impossible to resist. This is a song to dance to, to shout along with, and to enjoy to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
The singer addresses Susie Q twice, suggesting that she is the focus of his attention and nothing else can distract him from her.
Oh Susie Q baby I love you, Susie Q
The singer expresses his love directly for Susie Q, reinforcing his affectionate feelings and implying that there is no one else he could possibly love.
I like the way you walk
The singer admires Susie Q's physical movements as she walks, indicating that he finds her attractive and desirable even in casual movements.
I like the way you talk
The artist enjoys the sound of Susie Q's voice and appreciates the way she speaks, suggesting a deeper level of intimacy and familiarity.
I like the way you walk
The artist reiterates his admiration for Susie Q's walking, emphasizing how much he enjoys watching her move.
I like the way you talk
The singer repeats his praise for Susie Q's voice, indicating that he is deeply enamored with her and finds everything she does appealing.
Susie Q
The singer addresses Susie Q by name once more, signaling that she is the only person he has on his mind and will continue to focus on her.
Well, say that you'll be true
The artist requests that Susie Q give him a promise to remain faithful and honest, demonstrating a desire for trust and stability in their relationship.
Well, say that you'll be true
The artist repeats his request, underscoring the importance of Susie Q's commitment to him and their future together.
Well, say that you'll be true and never leave me blue, Susie Q
The artist expands on his plea for Susie Q's loyalty, stating that he needs her to remain constant in her affections for him in order to prevent him from feeling sad and lonely.
Well, say that you'll be mine
The singer asks Susie Q to become his significant other, indicating that he desires a committed romantic relationship with her.
Well, say that you'll be mine
The artist repeats his request, emphasizing his eagerness to have Susie Q in his life exclusively.
Well, say that you'll be mine, baby all the time, Susie Q
The singer concludes his appeal by promising to be attentive and devoted to Susie Q at all times, stressing the enduring nature of his commitment to her.
Uh uh
The singer interjects with a nonsensical phrase, musically punctuating the previous verses without conveying any semantic content.
Uh uh
The singer again inserts an interjection to maintain the rhythmic structure of the song, but without adding any meaning to the lyrics.
Uh uh
The artist repeats the meaningless phrase, emphasizing the emphasis on the musical sound of the composition rather than its verbal content.
Uh uh
The artist uses the interjection once more, suggesting that it serves purely as a stylistic ornament and not a meaningful component of the lyrics.
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
The singer closes the song by repeating the opening lines, expressing his undiminished fondness and admiration for Susie Q as the central subject of the song.
Oh Susie Q, baby I love you, Susie Q
The final line reiterates the singer's passion for Susie Q and punctuates the song with a declaration of unstoppable love and devotion.
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Written by: Dale Hawkins, Stanley J. Lewis, Eleanor Broadwater
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Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
Oh Susie Q baby I love you, Susie Q
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
Susie Q
Well, say that you'll be true
Well, say that you'll be true
Well, say that you'll be true and never leave me blue, Susie Q
Well, say that you'll be mine
Well, say that you'll be mine,
Well, say that you'll be mine, baby all the time, Susie Q
Uh uh
Uh uh
Uh uh
Uh uh
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, baby I love you, Susie Q
I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
I like the way you walk I like the way you talk, Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, oh Susie Q
Oh Susie Q, baby I love you, Susie Q
@gibbo7687
i am 184 years old, and i've been listening to this song since the industrial revolution after discovering it in a road trip with my buddy Napoleon. Never gets old. Truly a classic.
@BoomsvaderArie
OHh Well I m just a 2 year old kid. They don’t make mUsiC LikE this nowadays
@christyrosenbergstudio801mom
You are really funny. I love your sense of humor.
@localstrangler566
Hell yeah grandbrotha
@blizzard2oo
I remember when you came thru along Hadrian's wall. I am only 183.
@divergingperspective8963
Did you eat the brown acid?
@larrysmfll1872
I started diggin' CCR in high school. Still have their albums, still love to hear them ... loud. The group's music is fantastic with a sound unique to them. You can't listen to CCR and not have your mood brightened. Gotta love 'em!!
@RodFleming-World
Me too bud
@VitorSilva-jq8kh
What the hell is your pic
@johnbuller2132
I say REALLY LOUD.