Bad Moon Rising: Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Timeless Classic (1969)

Released in 1969, Bad Moon Rising by Creedence Clearwater Revival quickly became a fan favorite. Written by the band’s lead vocalist and guitarist, John Fogerty, this iconic song reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing its place in rock history as one of the band’s most popular hits.

Did You Know?

• Bad Moon Rising was released as a single in 1969.
• The song was written by John Fogerty, who also served as the band’s lead singer and guitarist.
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• It reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and remains one of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s best-loved songs.

🎵 Sing along with the lyrics and enjoy this timeless tune! 🎤

Lyrics

I see the bad moon a-rising
I see trouble on the way
I see earthquakes and lightning
I see bad times today

Don’t go around tonight
Well, it’s bound to take your life
There’s a bad moon on the rise

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I hear hurricanes a-blowing
I know the end is coming soon
I fear rivers overflowing
I hear the voice of rage and ruin

Don’t go around tonight
Well, it’s bound to take your life
There’s a bad moon on the rise

All right

Hope you got your things together
Hope you are quite prepared to die
Looks like we’re in for nasty weather
One eye is taken for an eye

Well, don’t go around tonight
Well, it’s bound to take your life
There’s a bad moon on the rise

Don’t come around tonight
Well, it’s bound to take your life
There’s a bad moon on the rise