About the song
Let’s dive into the iconic classic “Proud Mary” by the incomparable Tina Turner. This timeless track, etched into the annals of music history, continues to ignite passion and groove in the hearts of listeners worldwide. Written by the legendary John Fogerty, it first emerged as a hit for Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1969 before Turner famously reimagined it with her electrifying rendition.
Featured on Tina Turner’s 1971 album “Tina Turns the Country On!”, “Proud Mary” showcased her dynamic vocal range and unparalleled stage presence. The album itself served as a testament to Turner’s versatility, as she effortlessly transitioned between genres, captivating audiences with her raw talent.
Upon its release, “Proud Mary” climbed the music charts, earning a spot in the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. Its infectious rhythm, coupled with Turner’s soulful delivery, propelled it to become one of her signature songs.
The song’s narrative, depicting the journey down the river aboard the “Proud Mary,” resonated deeply with audiences, capturing the spirit of freedom and adventure. Turner’s impassioned performance breathed new life into the track, transforming it into an anthem of empowerment and resilience.
As we revisit this timeless classic, we’re reminded of Tina Turner’s enduring legacy as one of the greatest performers of all time. Her rendition of “Proud Mary” stands as a testament to her ability to infuse soul and energy into every note, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of fans for generations to come.
So, crank up the volume, let the rhythm take hold, and embark on a musical journey down the river with Tina Turner’s electrifying rendition of “Proud Mary.”
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Lyrics
You know
Every now and then I think you might like to hear something from us
(Left a good job down in the city)
Nice and easy
But there’s just one thing, you see (workin’ for the man every night and day)
We never ever do nothin’
(But I never lost one minute of sleepin’) nice and easy
We always do it nice and rough
(Worryin’ ’bout the way that things might’ve been)
And we’re gonna take the beginning of this song and do it easy
(Big wheel keep on turnin’)
But then we’re gonna do the finish rough
(Proud Mary keep on burnin’) this is the way we do “Proud Mary”
And we rollin’, rollin’
Rollin’ on the river
Listen to the story now
Left a good job down in the city
Workin’ for the man every night and day
And I never lost one minute of sleepin’
I was worryin’ ’bout the way that things might’ve been
Big wheel keep on turnin’
Ooh, the Proud Mary keep on burnin’
And we’re rollin’ (rollin’), rollin’, yeah (rollin’)
Rollin’ on the river (rollin’ on the river)
Cleaned a lot of plates in Memphis
And I pumped a lot of ‘tane down in New Orleans
But I never saw the good side of the city
Until I hitched a ride on the riverboat queen
You know the big wheel keep on turnin’
Proud Mary keep on burnin’
And we’re rollin’ (rollin’), rollin’, yeah (rollin’)
Rollin’ on the river (rollin’ on the river)
Say we’re rollin’ (rollin’), rollin’ (rollin’)
Rollin’ on the river (rollin’ on the river)
Oh, I left a good job in the city
Workin’ for the man every night and day
And I never lost one minute of sleepin’
Worryin’ ’bout the way things might have been
Big wheel keep on turnin’ (turnin’)
Proud Mary keep on burnin’ (burnin’)
Rollin’ (yeah), rollin’ (alright)
Rollin’ on the river (go ‘head now)
Rollin’ (oh), say we’re rollin’ (yeah)
Rollin’ on the river
We’re up, do do do do do do do do do do do
Alright
Cleaned a lot of plates in Memphis, y’all
Pumped a lot of ‘tane down in New Orleans
But I never saw the good side of the city
‘Til I hitched a ride on the riverboat queen
Big wheel keep on turnin’ (turnin’)
Proud Mary keep on burnin’ (burnin’)
Rollin’ (oh), rollin’ (yeah)
Rollin’ on the river (go ‘head now)
Say we’re rollin’, rollin’
Rollin’ on the river
We’re up, do do do do do do do do do do do
Alright
Yeah
Ooh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Alright, yeah, yeah, yeah
Ooh yeah, yeah
If you come down to the river
Now, I bet you gonna find some people who live
You don’t have to worry if you got no money
The people on the river are happy to give
Big wheel keep on turnin’ (turnin’)
Proud Mary keep on burnin’ (burnin’)
Rollin’ (yeah), say we rollin’ (yeah)
Rollin’ on the river (alright now)
Rollin’, rollin’
Rollin’ on the river
We’re up, do do do do do do do do do do do
Woo
Alright
Woo, alright, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Rollin’, alright
Alright now, yeah
Rollin’ (yeah), rollin’ (uh-huh)
Rollin’ on the river (give me one more time)
Rollin’ (yeah), rollin’ (woo-wee)
Rollin’ on the river
Rollin’ (ow), rollin’ (yeah)
Rollin’ on the river
Rollin’ (yeah), rollin’