Lyrics of
Born On The Bayou

Born on the Bayou is often considered one of the trademark songs of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Written by lead vocalist and lead guitarist John Fogerty, the song is a nostalgic ode to Fogertys childhood in the Deep South and his idealized vision of Louisiana, despite him growing up in Berkeley, California. The song is emblematic of Southern rock and often features elements of swamp rock, a subgenre of rock characterized by its fusion with blue ... s, country, and Cajun music. See more [+]

Runnin' through the backwood, bare
 E7* E E7**
Chasin' down a hoodoo there
Chasin' down a hoodoo there
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
E7* E E7**
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
 E7* E E7**
Runnin' through the backwood, bare
 E7* E E7**
Chasin' down a hoodoo there
Chasin' down a hoodoo there
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
Born on the bayou
* E7 = 2 finger (G 1st fret + A 2nd fret)