About the Song
"Up Around the Bend" is a song by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, written by the band's frontman John Fogerty. It was composed and recorded only a few days prior to the band's April 1970 European tour and was included on the album Cosmo's Factory. Released as a single, with "Run Through the Jungle" on the flipside, the double-sided single climbed to number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the spring of 1970.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song "Up Around the Bend" can evoke feelings of optimism and adventure for many listeners. Its upbeat tempo and energetic instrumentation suggest a journey or an escape from the mundane. The lyrics can be interpreted as an invitation to embrace new experiences and explore the opportunities that lie ahead. This theme resonates with the spirit of the early 1970s, a time when many sought freedom and change. Ultimately, listeners may find a sense of hope and motivation, believing that bright horizons are just around the corner.
Did You Know?
- Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), or simply Creedence, was an American rock band formed in El Cerrito, California, in 1968.
- These members had played together since 1959, first as the Blue Velvets and later as the Golliwogs, before settling on Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1968.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Chronicle: The 20 Greatest Hits
- Genre: Rock
- iTunes release date: April 1, 1970
- Track runtime: 2:41
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Creedence Clearwater Revival – Up Around The Bend
- YouTube channel: Creedence Clearwater Revival
Quick Facts
- Artist: Creedence Clearwater Revival
- Song: Up Around the Bend
- Album/collection: Chronicle: The 20 Greatest Hits
- Genre: Rock
- Reference page: Up Around the Bend
