John Fogerty – Fortunate Son

About the song

“Fortunate Son” is a song written and originally recorded by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) and released as the B-side of their 1969 single “Down on the Corner”. The song was written by John Fogerty, who was the lead singer, guitarist, and principal songwriter of CCR. It is considered one of the greatest and most influential anti-war songs ever written.

The song is a scathing indictment of the Vietnam War and the hypocrisy of those who profited from it while others fought and died. Fogerty sings from the perspective of a young man from a wealthy family who has been drafted into the war, while the sons of politicians and other powerful figures are able to avoid service. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and powerful metaphors, such as the opening line:

“Some folks are born silver spoon in hand

Load up on guns, and they’re quick to command

Don’t know what it’s like to be poor and tired

They’re the fortunate son”

The song’s message of anti-war and social justice resonated with many people during the Vietnam War era, and it has continued to be a popular and influential song in the years since. It has been covered by many artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, and Foo Fighters.

Fortunate Son is a powerful and moving song that remains relevant today. It is a reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of fighting for social justice.

Here are some additional details about the song:

The song was released in 1969, during the height of the Vietnam War.
The song was written by John Fogerty, who was the lead singer, guitarist, and principal songwriter of CCR.
The song is a scathing indictment of the Vietnam War and the hypocrisy of those who profited from it while others fought and died.
The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and powerful metaphors.
The song’s message of anti-war and social justice resonated with many people during the Vietnam War era, and it has continued to be a popular and influential song in the years since.
Fortunate Son is a powerful and moving song that remains relevant today. It is a reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of fighting for social justice.

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLAaahqDT48

John Fogerty – Fortunate Son (Live) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLAaahqDT48)

Lyrics

Some folks are born made to wave the flagHoo, they’re red, white and blueAnd when the band plays “Hail to the chief”Ooh, they point the cannon at you, Lord

It ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no senator’s son, sonIt ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no furtunate one, no

Some folks are born silver spoon in handLord, don’t they help themselves, Lord?But when the taxman come to the doorLord, the house lookin’ like a rummage sale, yeah

It ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no millionaire’s son, no, noIt ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no fortunate one, no

Yeah-yeah, some folks inherit star-spangled eyesHoo, they send you down to war, LordAnd when you ask ’em, “How much should we give?”Hoo, they only answer, “More, more, more, more”

It ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no military son, son, LordIt ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no fortunate one, one

It ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no fortunate one, no, no, noIt ain’t me, it ain’t meI ain’t no fortunate son, no, no, noIt ain’t me, it ain’t me…

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