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Lyrics of Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
verse
Some folks are born made to wave the flag
They′re red, white and blue
And when the band plays "Hail to the Chief"
They point the cannon at you, Lord
chorus
It ain't me, it ain′t me
I ain't no senator's son, son
It ain′t me, it ain′t me
I ain't no fortunate one
verse
Some folks are born, silver spoon in hand
Lord, don′t they help themselves, yeah
But when the taxman comes to the door
The house look a like a rummage sale
It ain't me, it ain′t me
I ain't no millionaire′s son, no, no
It ain't me, it ain't me
I ain′t no fortunate one
Yeah, some folks inherit star-spangled eyes
They send you down to war
And when you ask ′em, "How much should we give?"
They only answer, "More, more, more"
chorus
It ain't me, it ain′t me
I ain't no military son, son
It ain′t me, it ain't me
I ain′t no fortunate one, one
It ain't me, it ain't me
I ain′t no fortunate one
It ain′t me, it ain't me
I ain′t no fortunate one
Writer(s): John Cameron Fogerty
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The song 'Fortunate Son' by Creedence Clearwater Revival criticizes the privilege and hypocrisy of the elite class who benefit from their status while avoiding the hardships faced by others, especially in times of war. The lyrics highlight the disparity in treatment and sacrifice between the wealthy and the common people, emphasizing the unfairness and lack of accountability in society.
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Themes
Class disparity
• It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no senator's son
• Some folks are born, silver spoon in hand
• Some folks are born made to wave the flag
War and sacrifice
• They send you down to war
• And when you ask 'em, 'How much should we give?' They only answer, 'More, more, more'
Disillusionment with authority
• But when the taxman comes to the door, The house look a like a rummage sale
• It ain't me, it ain't me, I ain't no fortunate one
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Moods
Social commentary, angst, anger, reflection, despair
Rating: PG
Lyrics to be enjoyed with parental supervision
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Willy And The Poor Boys (40th Anniversary Edition)
Album • 1969 • 13 tracks
6
Fortunate Son
Creedence Clearwater Revival
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