Keep on Chooglin'

"Examining the Meaning and Relevance of "Keep on Chooglin'" in Today's World"

Song Lyric Sunday - Keep on Chooglin' by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Upon seeing that the genre for this week is Swamp Rock, I immediately knew which song to pick. For further information about this week's SLS (Song Lyric Sunday) topic, please refer to Jim's post.

Keep on Chooglin' by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a song that has always resonated with me on a personal level. It's a classic example of swamp rock, a genre that is characterized by its rootsy, bluesy sound and gritty, raw lyrics. But beyond its musical qualities, the song has always struck a chord with me because of the message that it conveys.

At its core, Keep on Chooglin' is a song about perseverance and determination. It's about facing life's obstacles head-on and pushing through them, no matter how difficult or challenging they may seem. The lyrics encourage the listener to keep on chooglin', to keep moving forward even when the going gets tough.

As someone who has faced my fair share of challenges in life, this message has always resonated with me. There have been times when I've felt like giving up, like throwing in the towel and admitting defeat. But listening to this song has always given me the strength and motivation to keep going, to keep pushing through even when it seems like the odds are stacked against me.

Let me continue after the lyrics of this song.

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Chooglin'

Chooglin'

Maybe you don't understand it

But if you're a natural man

You got to ball and have a good time

And that's what I call chooglin'

Here comes Mary lookin' for Harry

She gonna choogle tonight

Here comes Louie, works in the sewer, Lord

He gonna choogle tonight

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Chooglin'

Chooglin', Chooglin', Chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Chooglin'

Chooglin'

If you can choose it, who can refuse it

Y'all be chooglin' tonight

Go on, take your pick, right from the git go

You gotta choogle tonight

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Keep on chooglin'

Chooglin'

Chooglin', Chooglin', Chooglin'

Chooglin', Chooglin', oh, no, no, no, no

Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Oh

Oh, no, no, no, no

Source: LyricFind

Album: Bayou Country

Released: 1969

Artist: Creedence Clearwater Revival

Songwriters: John Cameron Fogerty

The song's lyrics are simple but powerful. Lines like "Don't stop now, just keep on chooglin'" and "Put a candle in the window, 'cause I feel I've got to move" are filled with a sense of urgency and determination. They encourage the listener to keep moving forward, to keep striving for success, and to never give up on their dreams.

Beyond its message of perseverance, Keep on Chooglin' is also a great example of swamp rock at its finest. The song's raw, gritty sound perfectly captures the essence of the genre, with its bluesy guitar riffs, pounding drums, and soulful vocals. Listening to this song is like taking a journey down to the bayou, where the music is raw, authentic, and filled with the spirit of the South.

In conclusion, Keep on Chooglin' by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a song that has always inspired me to keep pushing forward in life, no matter what challenges may arise. Its message of perseverance and determination is as relevant today as it was when the song was first released in the 1970s, and its swamp rock sound is a testament to the power of raw, authentic music. Listening to this song is like taking a journey down to the heart of the American South, where the music is gritty, raw, and filled with the spirit of the land.