By quantriweb2023 
Creedence Clearwater Revival, famously known as CCR, is not the band you’d expect to deliver sweet serenades. Their iconic sound—a swampy fusion of rock and roll, blues, and country with a rebellious edge—has carved a unique niche in music history. Yet, in the electrifying year of 1969, CCR shattered expectations and set hearts racing with their explosive and infectious track, “Good Golly Miss Molly.”
This is no soft ballad about heartbreak or social causes. Instead, it’s a raw, joyful celebration of rock and roll’s irresistible spirit. From the very first note, John Fogerty’s unmistakable gravelly voice bursts through with passionate declarations of affection for “Miss Molly”—a vivid metaphor for the music that moves the soul.
Behind the soaring vocals lies a powerhouse rhythm section—Doug Clifford’s thundering drums and Stu Cook’s deeply pulsing bassline—which lay the ground for Tom Fogerty’s fiery rhythm guitar. John Fogerty’s lead guitar work cuts through the air with bold riffs and electrifying fills, keeping the momentum alive and the energy sky-high.
The lyrics strike a chord with simple yet potent imagery. John Fogerty candidly recounts the irresistible urge to dance once the music hits, defying even the stern warnings of his parents: “Momma, poppa told me: ‘son, you better watch your step’.” Still, nothing can keep him from chasing the magnetic pull of Miss Molly, even if it means venturing into the provocative “house of blue lights”—a cleverly veiled nod to a nightclub’s allure.
“Good Golly Miss Molly” stands as a testament to CCR’s genius in transforming a straightforward concept into a dynamic musical powerhouse that commands your body and spirit. It’s a timeless anthem that invites listeners to tap their feet, clap their hands, and belt it out with a gritty growl. This is rock and roll distilled to its purest, unadulterated joy—a song with a heartbeat that resonates deeply, especially for those who remember the electrifying dance floors of yesteryear.
As John Fogerty himself once noted, “When that music hits, you just can’t help but move. It’s not just a song—it’s a way of life.” This powerful declaration captures the essence of “Good Golly Miss Molly”, ringing true decades after its explosive debut.
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Lyrics: Good Golly Miss Molly
Good golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
Good golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
When you’re rockin’ and a-rollin’
Can’t hear your momma callFrom the early early mornin’ ’til the early early night
You can see Miss Molly rockin’ at the house of blue lightsGood golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
When you’re rockin’ and a-rollin’
Can’t hear your momma callWell, now momma, poppa told me, “Son, you better watch your step.”
If I knew my momma, poppa, have to watch my pop myselfGood golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
When you’re rockin’ and a-rollin’
Can’t hear your momma callWe’re going to the corner, gonna buy a diamond ring
Would you pardon me if it’s a nineteen-carat golden thing?Good golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
When you’re rockin’ and a-rollin’
Can’t hear your momma callGood golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
Good golly, Miss Molly
Sure like to ball
When you’re rockin’ and a-rollin’
Can’t hear your momma call