Creedence never had a number one single in the United States, but several reached number one in other countries, like Bad Moon Rising, in England. They had two number one albums in the US. John Fogerty reached number one with Centerfield in 1985. They have sold over 100 million records around the world.

Similarly, it is asked, what was CCR biggest hit?

Top 10 Creedence Clearwater Revival Songs

• 'Down on the Corner'
• 'Green River'
• 'Lookin' Out My Back Door'
• 'Bad Moon Rising' From: 'Green River' (1969)
• 'Who'll Stop the Rain' From: 'Cosmo's Factory' (1970)
• 'Proud Mary' From: 'Bayou Country' (1969)
• 'Born on the Bayou' From: 'Bayou Country' (1969)
• 'Fortunate Son' From: 'Willy and the Poor Boys' (1970)

Also Know, when was CCR most popular? 1960s

People also ask, how many members of CCR are still alive?

Extras & Daily Features

Name	Born	Age
John Fogerty	5/28/1945	74
Tom Fogerty	11/9/1941	(48)
Doug Clifford	4/24/1945	74
Stu Cook	4/25/1945	74

How many albums did CCR sell?

30 million albums

Related Question Answers

Did CCR ever have a #1 song?

Creedence never had a number one single in the United States, but several reached number one in other countries, like Bad Moon Rising, in England. They had two number one albums in the US. John Fogerty reached number one with Centerfield in 1985. They have sold over 100 million records around the world.

Who wrote all the CCR songs?

List

Song	Writer(s)	Original release
"Poorboy Shuffle"	John Fogerty	Willy and the Poor Boys
"Porterville"	John Fogerty	Creedence Clearwater Revival
"Proud Mary"	John Fogerty	Bayou Country
"Ramble Tamble"	John Fogerty	Cosmo's Factory

Who wrote most of the CCR songs?

List

Song	Writer(s)	Original release
"Poorboy Shuffle"	John Fogerty	Willy and the Poor Boys
"Porterville"	John Fogerty	Creedence Clearwater Revival
"Proud Mary"	John Fogerty	Bayou Country
"Ramble Tamble"	John Fogerty	Cosmo's Factory

What was CCR first song?

Creedence Clearwater Revival is best remembered for the band's first hit single "Suzie Q", which had been a hit for Dale Hawkins in 1957.

Who sang the first version of Proud Mary?

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Who owns the rights to CCR?

Creedence Clearwater Revival -- which placed 20 songs in the Top 20 and, in 1969, outsold the Beatles -- made a fortune for Mr. Zaentz, who owned the copyrights to the band's songs, the vast majority of which Mr. Fogerty wrote, sang and produced.

What is the meaning of Creedence Clearwater Revival?

The name Creedence Clearwater Revival means nothing as a phrase. The word 'Creedence' referred to someone called Credence Newball, who was a friend of Tom Fogerty. 'Clearwater' came from a TV commercial for Olympia Beer. They almost settled for the name Creedence Nuball And The Ruby at one stage.

When did Creedence Clearwater Revival break up?

1972

Is Creedence Clearwater dead?

Tom Fogerty died at his home in Scottsdale, Arizona in September 1990 of an AIDS complication, which he contracted via a tainted blood transfusion he received while undergoing back surgery.

Why did Creedence Clearwater breakup?

Fogerty had also become involved in a series of disputes with CCR's record label, Fantasy Records, over what he thought were unfair contracts, and on Oct. 16, 1972 the group announced their breakup. His lawsuit failed, and the new CCR went on tour.

How did CCR get its name?

The quartet turned professional in December 1967 and changed their name to Creedence Clearwater Revival. Tom Fogerty had a friend at work who had a friend whose name was Creedence Nuball. John Fogerty took the "Clearwater" part from a beer advertisement. "Revival" referred to the band's rebirth or revival.

Will Creedence Clearwater ever reunite?

Clash: Will we ever see CCR re-unite? Clifford: No, absolutely not. It would have been great 20 years ago.

Is Louisiana a CCR?

Their line-up was John Fogerty (vocals, guitar), his brother Tom Fogerty (rhythm guitar), Stu Cook (bass), and Doug Clifford (drums). Since John Fogerty grew up in California, and never had set foot in Louisiana or the Bayou country, what gave him the inspiration to write the songs he wrote?

Did CCR play Woodstock?

CCR Live At Woodstock 1969. An apparently sleepy performance by the Grateful Dead and a firm veto by singer John Fogerty resulted in an undocumented performance at Woodstock by legendary rock outfit Creedence Clearwater Revival. From the years of 1969 to 1970, CCR ruled the rock charts with their “swamp rock” style.

Where is CCR originally from?

El Cerrito, California, United States

Who is in John Fogerty's band now?

Creedence Clearwater Revival The Golliwogs 1964 – 1967 The Blue Velvets 1959 – 1964

Is CCR in the Hall of Fame?

1993

Is Creedence Clearwater Revival country music?

Creedence Country. Creedence Country is a compilation album by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR). It was released by Fantasy Records in October 1981 (see 1981 in music) with the purpose of infiltrating the country market.

Who wrote cotton fields?

Lead Belly

Is Creedence Clearwater Revival still performing?

Creedence Clearwater Revisited has toured every year for the past 23 years and shows no sign of slowing down. It plays about 50 shows per year and has at least 20 more shows scheduled through the end of 2019.

What year did Creedence Clearwater start?

1967

What style of music is CCR?

Roots rock Swamp rock Southern rock Blues rock Country rock

What was CCR first album?

Creedence Clearwater Revival (40th Anniversary Edition)