Why John Fogerty Still Isn’t Satisfied With CCR’s ‘Fortunate Son’

Why John Fogerty Still Isn’t Satisfied With CCR’s ‘Fortunate Son’


"The basic tracks for 'Down on the Corner' and 'Fortunate Son' were both recorded, and one afternoon I went over to Wally Heider's studio to finish the songs," Fogerty told the Los Angeles Times. "For 'Down on the Corner,' I did the maracas and the middle solo part, then sang all the background vocals then sang the lead. "I was screaming my heart out, doing the best I could, but later I felt that some of the notes were a little flat — that I hadn't quite hit the mark," Fogerty said.

Author: UltimateClassicRock


Published at: 2025-07-09 21:23:08

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