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It’s been 50 years since Creedence Clearwater Revival released their signature song “Fortunate Son.” The song has become one of the most popular anti-war anthems of all time, and it’s easy to see why. The lyrics speak to the privilege that some people have when it comes to military service – those who are born into wealthy or influential families can often avoid fighting in wars, while less fortunate people are drafted or enlisted. "Fortunate Son" quickly became a protest anthem for the Vietnam War era, and has been covered by a number of artists over the years.
The Vietnam War had a deep impact on John Fogerty. Drafted into military service in 1967, he never got deployed to Vietnam but as a stocking clerk at Fort Knox the conflict was close enough for him. John saw that politicians were actively supporting the conflict while also doing all in their power to insure their children avoided that draft. The impact of the war was not far from his mind and frustration with classism influenced Fortunate Son - primarily targeting those who avoided serving their country because they come from wealthy or powerful families.
The song "Fortunate Son" by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a powerful statement against the Vietnam War. This rock classic has withstood time and continues to resonate deeply in America, despite differing opinions of audiences.
The lyrics were able withstand popular appeal because they accurately reflected what most Americans felt about this drawn out conflict which lacked climax or resolution. With such gripping musical accompaniment from John Fogerty and the band, it’s no wonder why so many people continue to listen long after release date!
The Fortunate Son is an anti-war song that splits its time between poking fun at the draft and shining light on classism. The lyrics paint a concerning picture of how many people who were not exempted from service due to their income or position end up dying in Vietnam despite being less likely than others with higher incomes/social status do so.
John Fogerty’s song “Fortunate Son” is a prime example of music with a political message. The song was written as a response to the Vietnam War, and became an anthem for the anti-war movement. However, what makes “Fortunate Son” so significant is that it is one of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s most popular songs, despite its political message. This demonstrates the impact that music can have on society and pop culture. If you want to experience this song and others like it performed the way the original artists intended, book Revisiting Creedence for your next event. With over 1,000 concerts touring and performing CCR hits with original band members, this band will give you a truly authentic Creedence Clearwater Experience.
