Creedence Clearwater Revival First Time Listen! Vocal ANALYSIS of John Fogerty's awesome vocals!
Vložit
- čas přidán 16. 06. 2024
- I apparently have heard Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty's voice in movies and film a lot over the years, but I have no idea who they are or what their sound is. Today, we're solving that problem thanks to the TCV Patrons who chose this to the top of their list!
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Creedence Clearwater Revival for the first time, performing "I heard it through the grapevine".
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival / Written by Barrett Strong, Norman Whitfield
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I definitely recommend watching the original video without interruptions. Here's the link: • Creedence Clearwater R...
Show CCR some love: / @theofficialccr
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
WE HAVE MERCH! Check-out the full line-up here: thecharismaticmerch.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
🎧 Elizabeth’s favorite headphones 🎧 : imp.i114863.net/zayoEM
Music Gear Questions? 🎤 See my list of recommendations: imp.i114863.net/yRyGoV
WANT MY CHAIR? I don’t blame you…and here’s a link to make it even sweeter:
secretlab.co/?rfsn=4692958.b2...
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
🎙️Podcast: thecharismaticvoice.com/podcast/
🌐Website: thecharismaticvoice.com
📸Instagram: / thecharismaticvoice
🧑🤝🧑Patreon: / thecharismaticvoice
📺Twitch: / thecharismaticvoice
📰Our FREE Newsletter: manage.kmail-lists.com/subscr...
-------------------------------------COURSES------------------------------------------
🎵MUSIC APPRECIATION COURSE🎵
Want to understand how to listen to and appreciate music more? My Music Appreciation course is now live. Take a look at thecharismaticvoice.com
🎶DEMYSTIFYING SINGING🎶
My intensive 7-week course on vocal foundations includes weekly group sessions and private lessons. Learn more at thecharismaticvoice.com.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
We have a sister channel: THE SINGING HOLE. Join us there to examine how ordinary creatures create extraordinary sounds. / @thesinginghole
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.
Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
#creedenceclearwaterrevival #Reaction #TheCharismaticVoice
------------- - Hudba
I'm surprised that Elizabeth started CCR with a cover song and not an original. Recommend next, either Fortunate Son, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, Bad Moon Rising or Up Around the Bend
I didn't know it was a cover
Yeah, definitely second "Have you ever seen the rain" or "Who'll Stop The Rain".
I’m surprised she didn’t check them sooner!
I'd prefer... "Out my backdoor" or "Down on the Corner". But anything off their Greatest Hits album will be a banger.
Agreed.
"Born On The Bayou"👍
And "Run through the Jungle"
And "Lookin' Out My Back Door"
@@blakerbnsn Yes!
And "Green River"
Masters of Swamp rock ...from a bunch of boys from nowhere near a swamp 😂 ..still defined the sound and an age .... 😎🧙🏻♂️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
John Fogerty is not just a singer. He's a force of nature.
He's a good singer. Let's not get nuts
Incorrect. One of the greatest soul singers of all time. You need to search inside your own soul.
The rift in CCR is a great tragedy... my favorite group as a young teen
@@msoileau83 I mean, he has one of the most iconic voices in history... Let's not understate that!
Everybody forgets their version of "Midnight Special". PERFECTION
love that one too!
Not me, I've been listening to CCR most of my 66yrs
Agreed! CCR were trailblazers! Fogertys voice is outstanding!
Yep. Midnight Special is different.
Yes, one of my favorites
This is actually the radio edit version Elizabeth - the proper album version is near the 10 minute mark you're looking for!
Agreed, that or the live version. The 10 minute would have been a great compromise. It too, gets down and funky.
And has that long solo I think she was looking for
Agree with you all. This was a cover that allowed John to stretch out on the guitar. You Tube cuts are the worst some times. Santana at Woodstock Soul Sacrifice is another where they just cut Mike Schrieve's solo up.
And the music is beyond amazing.
True that. I was waiting for the guitar solo but it was cut short.
Fogerty has such a dynamic vocal quality. He can do dark and sinister with songs like "I Put a Spell On You" and "Run Through the Jungle." He can do light and kooky with songs like "Lookin' Out My Back Door" and "It Came Out of the Sky". He gives his voice a bit of edge in songs like "Fortunate Son." And raucous in songs like "Sweet Hitch-Hiker" and "Travelin' Band". and he can also do sad and mournful with songs like "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" and "Someday Never Comes". Highly recommend all of those songs
Don't forget Centerfield!
I really hope she does "I put a spell on you"
Travelnin' Band and Someday Never comes are like the exact opposite in tone but I love both. I think more people need to hear Someday Never Comes though.
@@Man-vs-Metal Long as I can see the Light is where Fogerty goes really wild with his vocals.
Fortunate Son is top notch! But, your list is so great!
John Fogerty's voice is legendary in rock-blues music. No one sounds like him.
The Hollies "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" does a pretty good approximation.
@@thegrimreefer3185 Like the song but the voice is not really similar.
I just saw John Fogerty last Saturday night in New Jersey and at nearly 80 years old....his voice is great. He sang lead on every song and played lead guitar on every song. Total energy. Go see him.
wonderful
Did he sing "there's a bathroom on the right?" on Bad Moon Rising? I saw him in the early 2000s and he sang that
@@lisainthestudio to be fair, with age knowing where the nearest bathroom is does become a little more important...
Saw him at the New Orleans Jazz Fest last year. Phenomenal. CA Man has Mississippi water in his veins. We love him here.
Ccr is timeless and classic.
They were around for 4 years. Released 7 albums with only bangers. Then dissolved.
No matter what kind of music one prefers, everyone can find something in CCR to enjoy.
Watched a CCR documentary not long ago, where they pointed out that Around the time CCR played Royal Albert Hall in London they were actually out selling the Beatles in many countries.
Great cover Band . Heard it through the Grapevine, Susie Q , Midnight Special , Good Golly Miss mOlly all Covers.
Proud Mary and Fortunate Son are originals.
This brings back menories of cruising with my Dad in his 67 Chevelle as a kid listening to WLS playing. Such good menories of a better and simpler times.
"I put a spell on you" is not only an amazing cover, it's an INCREDIBLE vocal performance!
But also....do NOT do 'I Put A Spell On You' without listening to the Screamin' Jay Hawkins version. It's freakin' amaaaaazing!
@@Mi5terMarc For real! You will be staring, slack jawed, as you realise what year he was making that kind of madness. Way ahead of his time
@@Mi5terMarc The TRUE original! Love that version
Amazing guitar solo as well.
@@DavidNorthMusic Absolutely. Probably the best solo I've heard from them ever. I'm glad you've mentioned it.
I never tire of Elizabeth's unbridled love and enthusiasm for all things musical.
Agreed!
John Fogherty’s voice is absolutely one to obsess over.
Nothing makes me happier than seeing someone experience CCR for the first time!
Especially when this someone belong to a ungifted generation!
@@calincimpianu2161 Now that is just mean. There are plenty of gifted artists out here currently.
100% this is the face she makes when discussing the line, "HOID it through the grapevine"
Or when she starts reading the comments on this song.shes needs someone who knows where the potholes like this lie
Who doesn't sing HOID when singing along?
The delight on Elizabeth's face when this song's vocals start is the spark I need to start a dreary, cold Pacific Northwest Monday!
@@kkampy4052 nobody I would trust
Old school jive talk terminology and phrasing right there.
The tightness of their rhythm is hypnotic. The fact that a court made the sound of his voice the property of someone else is absolute proof that our legal system has gone stark raving mad.
Actually, the court went with him, IIRC.
No matter. Fogerty is one of a kind. I love his music, whether with CCR or solo.
"Five year plans and New Deals, wrapped in golden chains. And I wonder, still I wonder, who'll stop the rain." Brilliant.
If you've seen any Vietnam era movie, you know one CCR song, Fortunate Son.
Run trough the jungle or green river, as well
Any movie made about the South will be contractually required to have a CCR song as well.
Banned from our house whilst growing up in a contentious '60's, I never really caught on to the undercurrent of CCR until I was drafted and got out of SmallTown USA. I mean, if Ed Sullivan would cut CCR off in mid-song they must be bad people, right?
CCR built an amazing catalog of music in the four or so years they were together. While some was light-hearted, some was also very anti-war. Fortunate Son stands out. It has been infered that Who'll Stop the Rain refers to the use of Agent Orange. Shrug.
No matter what, CCR's entire catalog is a worthy listen
You start the chopper...I'll get the guys together....😂😂😂
@@VaskoPopa-ux7hxWhich is funny, because both Run Through the Jungle and Fortunate Son are antiwar songs
And every law student who takes an IP class always gets to read Fantasy v. Fogerty where John Fogerty got sued for sounding like John Fogerty.
It's crazy isn't it? I would be dumbfounded. I can't imagine everything John Fogerty went through.
Amazingly, Centerfield is so easily mistaken for CCR. I guess that means that John IS CCR!
@@DavidMiller-dt8mx JF has always been CCR. The rest of the group, including his brother, were riding his coattails the whole time, and got pissed about it when he pointed it out. Fortunately history has made it clear this band might have been called CCR, but it was always the John Fogerty Band. :)
In all fairness, he does sound exactly like him.
He recently got control back of his entire catalogue. I saw him a few days ago at Bethel Woods (site of the original Woodstock concert). He’s 79 and sounded great with a lot of energy in a 2 hour set. George Thorogood opened.
John Fogerty is a National Treasure.
I used to be a sound tech, and DJ, my life ran with a constant sound track, even while I slept. But somewhere I stoped enjoying music. Seeing your joy and enjoyment of both the technical elements and also the feeling of music remind me of the love I used to have and inspires me to try and find it again. I've just binge watched you for a about 4 hours.
CCR has always been one of my favorites. John Fogerty has one of the most unique & recognizable voices around. They don't have a bad song! Huge list of hits! "Proud Mary", "I Put A Spell On You", "Born On The Bayou", "Green River", "Have You Ever Seen The Rain", "Fortunate Son", "Down On The Corner", "The Midnight Special", "Susie Q", "Travelin' Band", "Run Through The Jungle", "Sweet Hitchhiker", "Bad Moon Rising" etc.
And never forget "the graveyard train"
Not sure about not having a bad song, a fair chunk of Mardis Gras was pretty horrid because of the behind the scenes shenanigans during the making of the album (though Someday Never Comes is the best track on that album)
and not forgetting Ramble Tamble.
And that list doesn't even include my two favorites: "Lodi" and "Wrote a Song for Everyone"
@@Hudson316The one CCR song I don't like; "Keep on Chooglin'". Should have been left in a dumpster somewhere.
And now we wait for the other 10000 classics of CCR to be done! BRING IT ON!!!
This is the kind of music my Dad would play around the house on his old records when I was a kid. C.C.R., The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and The Outlaws were the kinds of bands I was raised on before getting older and branching out into heavier things, but I'll ALWAYS love this kind of music to the day I die. No matter how much time passes, songs like this never get old.
When I took over the night crew in a major kitchen, the 1st thing I did was put on C.C.R.'s greatest hits. The younger crew who had no idea who C.C.R. was, said to each other, we don't know about the new manager... But Damn! His music is, kick-ass. (I would agree with that assessment of C.C.R.) By the end of the long version of "Heard it through the Grapevine" half the crew was singing along... C.C.R. can do that to you.
@@mrtim5363 That's an awesome story!
This band had such a huge run of hits. Dive deep.
“As long as I can see the light” played at my father’s funeral! His love for CCR has totally rubbed off on me!
My dad too. ❤️ Such a beautiful song.
@@AmandaZuke Same
Song always makes me cry.
Always.
Their best song!
last song i played before my mother's funeral, always fills my eyes with tears..
The 11 minute version kills!! Absolute 🔥🔥🔥
Really should had listened to the full version
Yup!!!!!!!!
John Fogerty is one of the greatest singer songwriters ever, some absolutely classic songs.
Just about every CCR song is one you can listen to over and over and over again. Incredible band and a one-of-a-kind voice.
I love when Elizabeth gets giddy over a voice, it's priceless. Fortunate Son, Who'll STOP the Rain, & Traveling Band
And Fogerty is still alive, so she could send him to that laboratory to get answers about his voice.
John's voice still sounds amazing now, after all these years.
He's 80 next year, loads of power in his voice, dancing around the stage like a teenager.
@@spicealbert4904 I've seen a couple of his recent videos at his home just singing along to guitar, or piano, and it just astounded me that he still sounds so good. And despite the crap he went through on the business side of things that he had to fight against, he still comes across as a really nice bloke, not bitter at all. Loved him since I first heard him as a child. I'm 55.
@@spicealbert4904 I watched a couple of videos of him playing recently at his house, on guitar, and piano, and his voice just blew me away. Hasn't lost anything. And despite the crap he went through with legal stuff concerning his music, he seems like the nicest bloke you could meet, no bitterness at all. I've loved CCR and John's voice since I was a kid, I'm 55.
John has always talked about how professionally he took music, and saw his voice as a specialized instrument. He has taken os much care with it his whole career and it really shows
When my friends and I are camping in the mountains, you can hear CCR blasting from our speakers all week long. Daytime and nighttime. Campfires. Beer. CCR, and the Colorado Rocky Mountain.
CHEERS from Colorado
Cheers from Northern Colorado
Elizabeth, this is a perfect example of why you are by far the best "song reaction" youtuber out there! Vocally, I learn so much from you. Something new with each video. And your "charismatic" personality makes it pure joy to watch you! I'm always smiling throughout your videos. Thank you for sharing!!
I always love watching the childlike glee Elizabeth bubbles over with when doing these vids. This woman will NEVER grow old!
Right. Because at ~30 years old and an ostensible music major, she's never heard CCR until now. By that measure the sun will burn out before she grows "old."
@@chrispowers345 that proves nothing. I have spoken to many people who have never heard of them. Or even RUSH. Your statement sounds too much like an insult.
@@chrispowers345 Ostensibly...??? Clearly, you are ignorant of Elizabeth's background and career as a highly trained opera singer who was graduated with several music degrees from Oberlin Conservatory, Berklee College of Music, and the Curtis Institute of Music. She has performed enough times at many the worlds greatest performance venues for one with mere basic research skills to verify her "chops". Of the numerous individuals who have you tube channels presenting a "vocal analysis", EZ's is by far the best given her in depth knowledge and understanding of vocal techniques and music which is based not only on her music degrees earned, but upon real world experience as an opera singer. Oh, and btw, she is 38.
She is infectious !
It's a gig...
you simply must listen to "Fortunate son" it is the pinnacle of anti war songs that came out during the Vietnam war, andd it is an absolute banger as well
I like CCR music, but when i mention CCR my parents always get this glow in their eyes and won't stop telling me how happy they get to have a record of them ( my parents lived in former east germany and it was very difficult to get a hand on such a record at that time)
Oohh "I put a spell on you" !!!!!!!!!!!!
Can never go wrong with Creedence 🎉 when you hear the music, all is right in your world❤
I have an assortment of CDs in my truck. But the only 2 I need are CCR greatest hits and AC/DC Back in Black. Spent 1000s of hours listening to them.
John Fogerty is a national treasure. His live performance of "Centerfield" from L.A. is one of the best video performances I have ever seen.
An international treasure. He transcends borders.
He got to play in Dodger Stadium.
Just stumbled across this video and thoroughly enjoyed your analysis!
I’m a 73 year old guy who listened to Creedence as a teen and has followed John Fogerty ever since, loving his singing, songwriting and stylistic guitar playing all the while.
I Heard It Through The Grapevine was one song that I paid little attention to, having been exposed to the original by Gladys Knight in my hometown of Detroit and superficially dismissing this as a ‘cover’.
But your analysis is a pure delight and had me saying ‘Yes!’ every time John hit one of the high notes. I loved the excitement you showed at these moments, and it reminds me of the powerful emotions that good music evokes in us.
I’ll be sure to subscribe and see what else your channel has to offer.
John Fogerty has such a legendary voice. One of my favorites.
Drummer here-
Regarding your comment starting at 14:18, CCR drummer Doug Clifford is utilizing the floor tom drum to get that darker sound instead of the hi-hat or ride cymbals. Same thing goes for drummer Meg White from The White Stripes on "Seven Nation Army."
The comment about Seven Nation Army. Meg from The White Stripes. She's got a very stripped back drumming style due to being self taught. No massive fill-ins, or rolls. It's a very sparse, empty sound, and was actively encouraged by Jack to emphasize his lyrics and bass. The overall effect amplifies both of their notes about 50%. Sometimes less really IS more.
In some ways it sounds like the difference between Beatles Drumming and Led Zeppelin Drumming. Both had a shuffle added to the beat but Bonham's was far more complex than Ringo's. Don't get me wrong, Ringo's was far more complex than most people are willing to admit (at least until they try and play it) but Bonzo was an absolute master.
The single most underrated rock band ever, no question.
I don't think anybody has ever underrated CCR. Even people on my generation (I'm 41) and the younger Gen Z generation are familia with CCR music, even if they don't know the name of the band. Such a unique sound to John's voice and the band, and many of their songs have been used in pop culture and movies for decades.
I’m not sure they were underrated. For a while they were the most popular group in the world, out performing an outselling the Beatles. You don’t do that by being underrated
Definitely not underrated. This band spans generations and still plays in my local pub everyday. I see 20 year olds slamming beers and dancing to CCR tunes.
Underrated? Lol. No. They are Hall of Famers for last 30 years.
@@OddBallPerformanceI'm 42, totally agree. I grew up with CCR, my mum took me to see John Fogerty in concert in the late 90s
There was a two block area of just grass and trees between two rows of frat houses at Syracuse University in the early 70's. Every Saturday, one frat house would drag two giant speakers onto their porch and play Creedence very loudly all day long. It was awesome; I'll never forget that. When I hear Creedence now it takes me back there to that park.
Awesome memories - wish I could have shared them! But I have my own ones.. Oh yes, those were glorious times: phenomenal bands, large speakers, great boogie atmospheres, and the outdoors.
so much groove and blues in his guitar playing, and so much soul in his voice whenever he starts singing, a lot of assets and talents for just one man !!! Timeless music.
This is so Americana, old school, and just plain awesomeness. Timeless and tied back to the early times. Love it.
During the Covid lockdown John Fogerty did a bunch of these songs in his living room or outside in his yard. He still has it. Great voice.
And with his kids!❤
It truly brings me joy watching someone who loves music as much as you do!!
Welcome to the magic that is Credence Clearwater Revival and the unrealistic vocals of John Fogerty. I can’t express how much I’m looking forward to you going down this rabbit hole of hit after hit after hit. Highly recommend “Fortunate Son” (the unofficial theme song of the Vietnam war), “have you ever seen the rain,” “bad moon rising,” “rollin on a river” (he did it before Tina)…etc. great evaluation!! John Fogerty actually just got off tour with Billy Gibbons from ZZ Top. Highly suggest looking at that promo video. Only bad thing about it is you can tell John is going deaf from all the years of having such loud wedges for his almost 50-year career.
he 79 now & still touring & crushing it, his voice & his self does not age -it spooky!
He did concerts from home during Covid with his kids.
My favourite channel just got even better with the introduction of CCR.
The delight on Elizabeth's face says all you need to know. Her reaction made my day better.
Once the music takes you, you can just call them good 'ol CCR with the rest of us! Great vid!
IF I'm not mistaken, this is the studio recording very well overlaid to a live performance. If so, goes to show you how tight their live performances could be, even IF the video is tempo adjusted. What a band!
One of the best covers of all time. Hands down.
Fogerty’s voice is amazing, so recognizable - and cuts through any mix!
Yep, he's as recognizable as ozzy.. nobody else sounds like either of them
I've heard this hundreds of times over the years and there is NO getting tired of hearing it, it grabs you immediately and keeps you hooked unit the end. Finest kind of Funky!
I am 75, and I have loved their music since their beginning!
The guy is arguably one of the most important songwriters of the last hundred years and you start your journey with a cover 🤣. You definitely need to revisit them.
Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong wrote and composed "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" for Motown Records in 1966. The Miracles recorded the song in the summer of 1966, but it was not released. Whitfield produced Gladys Knight & the Pips' version, which was released as a single in September 1967 and became an R&B number one hit in December of that year. The song reached number two on the Hot 100 and sold well in the United States and Canada. Then there's the Marvin Gay version..
That Marvin Gaye cover is another all-time great vocal performance. This song has inspired some amazing versions!
Smokey Robinson's version, although the earliest was released in the late 1990s.
There is NOT enough talk about what an AMAZING guitar player Fogerty is. I've always felt he's a super underapreciated player, fantastic nice rhythm work, but his solo's are ALWAYS special. Beautiful lines, beautiful note choice.
My personal favourite is the Live @ Woodstock version of 'I Put A Spell On You'. The wavy tremolo lines always get to me.
It is delightful to watch someone just nerd out to this degree over such an awesome song. Peak nerdy enthusiasm.
I was born in 1964 and grew up listening to CCR. No musical group takes me back like their music does. I totally enjoyed your critique. I, like so many others, love your content and videos. Thanks so much.❤😊❤
I got to see CCR last year. John was playing with his children and they all sounded great. A cool experience for a 30yo to see songs from another generation.
Absolutely one of my biggest musical influences. Fogerty has a phenomenonal voice and the songwriting is top-tier. CCR are legends.
Absolutely, although they didn't write this one. Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong wrote it for Motown, who released versions by Gladys Knight, The Miracles, and most notably Marvin Gaye in the mid-late 60s.
@@SepticFuddy yes for sure. Fogerty immensely influenced by soul music and it's evident in his voice!
Loved your analysis of CCR. If you enjoyed that "The BAND" will blow you away and all your fans will be blessed. Cripple Creek or When I Paint My Masterpiece are great songs, but they have many.
You guys are awesome, thanks.
One of the greatest bands EVER!!! My dad saw them back in their hay day, but just a few years ago we got to see John Fogerty together. Damn that was a great concert!!! Fogerty is a LEGEND!!!
You can't miss with CCR. One of those bands that you can't find a bad song. "I put a spell on you", "Porterville", "Bootleg", "Keep on Chooglin", "Suzie - Q", "It Came Out Of The Sky", "Sweet Hitch-hiker".... it goes on and on!!!
I discovered this channel a while back, and it's been fun to listen to the wonderful music that's presented on the channel. However, another draw for me is watching Elizabeth's face as it lights up with pure delight whenever she hears a piece of music she really likes.
Thats my favorite thing on this and certain other music reaction channels ... watching their expressions and seeing what bits catch their attention and in what way.
Just call them CCR. Everybody who loves them - and we are legion - will know who you are talking about. So so much good music with this classic band! I watch for people to react to this band, especially this song. So glad to see it here!
Back in the day, we just called them "Creedence."
We are legion, and we are all over the world!
every single one of CCR's songs are just as good! I urge you to continue the journey through that bit of musical magic!
I have seen his voice described as "sunshine through a rusty pipe" and it fits him very well....
Have always and will always love CCR. John's voice is so distinctive.
What a classic song. Written for Gladys Knight, an old Motown song from the Sixties. The seminal version I think belongs to Marvin Gaye, who should really be featured on the channel. So should Gladys Knight.
Gladys Knight didn’t write this song!
Written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong. First recorded by Gladys Knight and the Pips. Marvin Gaye took it to #1.
@@davidkirkham6497 never said she did
and the California Raisins ;)
@@Wombatmetal Yea, sorry! I miss read your, post!😬
I put a spell on you is the ultimate example of John's voice he really need to listen to it
I'm Mexican, native of Baja California Sur. In 1988 when I was 8 years old, the first song I heard by the Creedence (that's what we called them) was Have you ever seen the Rain?; My first language is spanish, since that year I became interested in learning english, and when I want to de-stress from my daily life, I sing some Creedence songs, including this song, which it refers to, and my favorite of all is wrote song for everyone. I also love to see your reactions to the music that I like, and when you get excited about something I really like to see your facial expressions and your beautiful smile. Greetings from La Paz, B.C.S., México.
I am so excited about this. There is no other human being on Earth that sings like John Fogerty! Looks like it's going to be a pretty good Monday... 😊
I love how excited Elizabeth gets about the music she reviews. Best channel on CZcams.
"As long as I can see the light" is another great example of his vocal range
Inherited a love of CCR from my parents' records so have been a fan literally longer than I can remember. "Lodi" would be close to being my favourite song ever.
CCR makes me happy. As a child of the 60s, growing up with this sound made life so much better.
My freshman year in college, my roommate, I, and 2 friends across the hall dressed as the California Raisins to trick or treat for UNICEF. I borrowed spats, white gloves and band shoes from my marching band director (Band shoes are wide and shiny) and we used large trash bags stuffed with tissue paper, and sunglasses to complete the costume
I had a miniature tape recorded with Heard it Through the Grapevine snippets recorded and stuffed it into the bell of my sax (I was worried I couldn't keep my embouchure all night to play it in the cold). Of course, we did the dance moves, too.
We had so much fun, made a lot of folks happy, and raised a decent amount to donate.
This song brings so many memories! I used CCR's version over Marvin's as that was the album I had.
Good times!
you are definitley my new favorite cant wait for more CCR
I work at a University and we have both a Music department that does vocal training and a Speech Pathology department which focuses on speech therapy and I always wondered why they never partnered up to do research on the pathology of vocal training. I'm so glad that you've put a team together to investigate this! I've been fascinated with the capabilities of the human voice since my first exposure to Michael Winslow, the human sound effects machine from the Police Academy series of films. It only got stronger after I saw Jeff Dunham do his ventriloquist act on the Tonight Show for Johnny Carson. Those two moments have lead to a life long appreciation for vocalists, ventriloquists, accents (both foreign and colloquial) and impressionists. You are not alone in your curiosity and I just want to again say thank you for taking that curiosity to the next stage by initiating the research you and your team are doing
Thank you for using the term "falsetto" in this context. Speaking as a singer of blues, soul, rock, and metal, who's been performing since the mid 80s, I think people get really prissy about using the word "falsetto", almost as though it's not "butch" enough for them or something. Thank you for helping to keep it real.
Brother, music should be the last place where tired old stereotypes about what's appropriately masculine or feminine should be referred to. I bet you sing great no matter what register, and I'm glad you've reached the point where you just don't give a damn. Just sing!
@@keelyemerine-mix1051❤
And a lot of people confuse falsetto with chest voice or mixed voice. A lot of Rob Halford's high notes were in full voice, not falsetto. And that's even more true with Bruce Dickinson. Falsetto is Bee Gees style high range, or King Diamond.
@@dmitryowens I couldn't disagree more. In fact I would say that you are the one who's confused about what you're hearing, and that those high notes you're talking about are definitely falsetto. The only real difference between metal falsetto, and Bee Gees falsetto, is that metal falsetto uses vocal fry.
@@keelyemerine-mix1051 Thank you for the good wishes, but I haven't "reached the point", I always knew what falsetto is. Other people have hang ups about it, not me.
I had to pause it right after that early analysis of the pitches and half steps and major thirds versus minor thirds, and I've presented this to people so many ways before. But for some reason I really loved the fact that you kept it in that low register. You didn't use middle register chords to easily demonstrate the difference between a minor and a major third, you kept it with those slightly harder to discern intervals when it's down lower like that, which is exactly where the song is. It ties it all together, and it's a great explanation without having to go into too much technical detail. Just love it.
Not to mention your glee at taking him in for the first time. He's such a character and such a fascinating singer.
And while we're barely getting started, please don't overlook that the rest of the band was just perfect for this kind of situation. They were all really good and locked in in their own ways.
John Fogerty is a legend for a reason - his unique voice and his songwriting. This was one of many CCR hits, but it is a cover (which was also successfully covered by Marvin Gaye). You will be surprised how many Fogerty songs you know, which were covered by other artists - like Proud Mary, what you probably know fom performances by Tina Turner (- even Elvis did it). I would recommend Bad Moon Rising, my favourite song - just for your listening pleasure ;-)
Great work ! .... plus great entertainment for us old geezers who have heard this stuff for 50 years getting your reaction with fresh ears plus great analysis.... your success is well deserved , OUTSTANDING content. ... also UFO please
Much like the extraordinary Jim Croce, CCR created their incredible catalog of original hits and covers over a four year period. Quite extraordinary.
This is the radio single version that was shortened for USA radio. The full version is far superior as the instrumental jam is so tasty!
Much like the legendary cover of this classic from Marvin Gaye of the Gladys Knight hit that first hit radio. The CCR cover has stood the test of time retaining popularity across the decades. Their original tunes are worthy of analysis even more than their covers.
Hang on, has Elizabeth done any Jim Croce yet? Because someone for the love of god get her a copy of Operator or Next Time, This Time or New York’s Not My Home
Yeah operator was one of my dad’s favorite songs. I always think of him when I hear it.
Time In A Bottle
@@cmatte82 Operator is still one of my mother's favourites. Apparently Jim's son is a musician nowadays and does a pretty good impression of his dad's singing voice.
@@Hudson316 yeah I remember seeing some of his vids. My dad had found out about him. I remember them being really good. But thanks for the reminder. It had kind of slipped my mind.
Also if you notice, when he sings the word heard, he pronounced it hoid due to the way people spoke in the south in the early 1900s. It’s called a “nurse” word.
Which is interesting, because Fogerty is from Berkley, California.
@@jackarmstrong1838 I always assumed he adopted that from people he met during his military service since he was stationed at a few southern bases.
John, in his singing, is decidedly non-rhotic. It's part of what leads to the swampy sound.
I love how you see her eyes moving around like, "What am I hearing and feeling right now?"
I’m so excited that you’ve found them! I’m eager for more reactions to them!
John's voice is even more amazing in person!! And I was blessed with hearing him a few months after he regained the rights to all his classic written material. So I got to hear the full show again!! And in a more intimate venue the St. Augustine Amphitheater inside of a State park on the beach. And the whole show was geared to featuring and telling the story of John Fogerty from a boy growing up until today. It was really cool! Will never forget that experience!!❤😂🎉❤😂🎉
Marvin Gaye owns this song vocally and can't forget about Gladys Knight & the Pips version either, though Creedence Clearwater Revival owns it as an instrumental piece. Either way, a lifelong favorite.
Also, the long version of this song is FAR SUPERIOR, which the full version is about 10 minutes and John Fogerty goes into a guitar jam that's legendary.
Marvin Gaye's cover of Yesterday is also the only Beatles cover I've ever heard that I think is better than the original.
@@chriscompton3216 Joe Cocker's cover of With a Little Help from my Friends.
@@Miwna I kinda don't count that one. Every element of the song besides the lyrics has been altered so much that, to me, it is its own thing.
@@MiwnaOh, I would love to see Elizabeth react to Joe Cocker.
@@mjbull5156 Yes! I think it's really about time she does!
You should definitely also react to how john fogerty, sings later in his career, its amazing how he changed, not better, not worse but changed. And its so cool
Will always remember how incredible it was to see John perform 2 NFL halftime shows in November 2006. It was a great day for music and football!
Oh no way!!! You are finally doing Creedance!!! One of my favorite bands ever😊 Looking out my back door, bad moon rising, so many classics. Disney did a horror themed show back in the 80’s with music that goes along with Bad Moon Rising and it’s amazing 😊
Mr. Fogerty has one of those special voices that when hearing it you right away know who it is. My boys are out of school we had lunch while watching/listening, the boys love CCR's "Werewolf song" its 'Bad Moon rising'. Elizabeth you are a gem, I could listen to you all day and my boy enjoy hearing you talk music as well, your ear how quickly you know things, you are amazing what you know and can put into words is special.
“Bad Moon” is a bright and bouncy song about the end of the world. “Green River” is a dark song about happy childhood memories. 😊
I love your reactions, your joy, enthusiasm!
Really appreciate your analysis of the voice. Fascinating knowledge of Fogerty's vocal performance. Different appreciation of music now.
Great band, but why not one of their own songs? "Fortunate Son" next time, if you please!
Great choice; great tune, great vocals, and great message!
Creedence is one of the all-time-great American rock bands. John Fogarty is a genius.
Enjoy your reactions so much information I've not heard before. Cool!!
I have waited most of my life for this moment! Creedence was my favorite band growing up, and I learned all the guitar parts but just could not shape my voice like he did. What I love about you is your exuberance and wonder, leading into the expert analysis of what you hear even for the first time.
There was a “Fresh Air” episode where the host asked him to say “burning” and “turning” in his regular voice; then compared it to the “boining” and “toining” from “Proud Mary”. Even John got a kick out of the difference.
You’re going to have to go deep into the CCR catalog to get the entire range of his vocals: “Run Through the Jungle” and “Born on the Bayou” would be my first choice, but don’t forget to check out “Lookin’ Out My Front Door” or “Willie and the Poor Boys” as examples of his diverse but instantly recognizable style.
It could take a dozen videos, and I’m right here for it.