Song

Fortunate Son

by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Fortunate Son is a 1969 song by Creedence Clearwater Revival, 2:21 long, which peaked at #14 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Family song themes.

Top 40 hit (#14) Karaoke favorite

Released 1969 Hot 100 peak #14 · 5 weeks Length 2:21 Roots Rock, Hard Rock

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Performance tips

• Push your vocal into a high-intensity, raspy rock growl
• Maintain the relentless, driving energy from start to finish
• Emphasize the defiant, punchy delivery of the chorus

In these themes

• 👪Family"Son"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Fortunate Son" karaoke

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• Bad Moon Rising1969 · 2:21
• Born on the Bayou1969 · 5:14
• Down on the Corner1969 · 2:43
• Green River1969 · 2:36
• Have You Ever Seen the Rain?1970 · 2:39
• Lookin' Out My Back Door1970 · 2:31
• Proud Mary1969 · 3:07
• Travelin' Band1970 · 2:07

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