Creedence Clearwater Revival -TOP 15 Best Songs
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Creedence Clearwater Revival – TOP 15 Best Songs

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These are the TOP 15 best songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival. One of the greatest rock bands of all time. Even more so – one of the best bends in all music, period. CCR created some of the most recognizable and beloved hits, no mater the genre.

If you are just discovering this amazing group I’m happy to offer this playlist. It’s a perfect way to get to know the band. And if you are a fan already, check out the songs and see how they stack up to your own favorites by CCR.

As always I highly recommend checking the entire band’s discography. With Creedence Clearwater Revival you are not going to regret it, they are that good. And if you want to enjoy their best songs right away, here they are.

Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) 15 Best Songs

  1. Have You Ever Seen The Rain
  2. Hey Tonight
  3. Run Through The Jungle
  4. Lookin’ Out My Back Door
  5. Travelin’ Band
  6. Ramble Tamble
  7. Up Around The Bend
  8. Who’ll Stop The Rain
  9. Down On The Corner
  10. Fortunate Son
  11. Bad Moon Rising
  12. Born On The Bayou
  13. Proud Mary
  14. I Put A Spell On You
  15. I Heard It Through The Grapevine

Listen to the playlist on Spotify:

Or enjoy these tracks in my custom YouTube playlist – Hit the play button to start it.

Who are Creedence Clearwater Revival?

Creedence Clearwater Revival (often called simply as CCR) was a rock band from US, California. The group members were John Fogerty, who was the lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and main songwriter, his brother Tom Fogerty on rhythm guitar, Stu Cook on bass, and Doug Clifford on drums.

Creedence Clearwater Revival (left to right) -Tom Fogerty, Stu Cook, Doug Clifford and John Fogerty
Creedence Clearwater Revival (left to right) -Tom Fogerty, Stu Cook, Doug Clifford and John Fogerty

They originally started playing together in 1959 under different names before officially becoming Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1967. The band quickly became popular, especially between 1969 and 1971, when they released five successful albums and had fourteen Top 10 singles.

Despite huge success the band broke up in 1972 due to conflicts within the group, especially between John Fogerty and the other members. Tom had already left the year before. John pursued a solo career. As for Cook and Clifford they eventually performed together as Creedence Clearwater Revisited from 1995 until 2020.

Music Style of Creedence Clearwater Revival

As it often happens with exceptional bands, they create their own unique style. And Creedence Clearwater Revival did just that. They virtuously combined various genres like rock and roll, roots rock, Southern blues achieving amazing super recognizable sound.

With lyrics about blue-collar life, the Vietnam War, and other social issues of the time CCR easily connected with wide audience. Their music was straightforward and catchy, featuring distinctive guitars and John Fogerty’s great raspy voice. Memorable hooks and strong storytelling were always the band’s strong side.

CCR Songs in Popular Movies

Here’s a list of popular movies that have featured songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival:

  1. Forrest Gump (1994)
    • “Fortunate Son”
  2. The Big Lebowski (1998)
    • “Lookin’ Out My Back Door”
  3. Apocalypse Now (1979)
    • “Susie Q”
  4. Remember the Titans (2000)
    • “Up Around the Bend”
  5. Born on the Fourth of July (1989)
    • “Born on the Bayou”
  6. The Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
    • “Midnight Special”
  7. My Girl (1991)
    • “Up Around the Bend”
  8. Suicide Squad (2016)
    • “Fortunate Son”
  9. War Dogs (2016)
    • “Fortunate Son”
  10. Who’ll Stop the Rain (1978)
    • Named after CCR’s song “Who’ll Stop the Rain,” which is also featured in the movie.

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