About The Song
Fortunate Son is a powerful anti-war anthem by the American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, released in 1969. The song is a scathing critique of the social and economic inequalities prevalent in the United States, particularly those exacerbating the Vietnam War.
The lyrics expose the hypocrisy of a society where the wealthy and politically connected can evade military service, while those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are disproportionately drafted. John Fogerty’s vocals deliver a raw and rebellious tone, emphasizing the frustration and anger felt by those who bore the brunt of the conflict. With lines like “Some folks are born made to wave the flag” and “It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no fortunate one,” the song became a rallying cry for those opposed to the war. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its relevance as a commentary on social injustice and the enduring power of music to provoke thought and inspire change.
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Lyrics
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Some folks are born made to wave the flag
Ooh, they’re red, white and blue
And when the band plays “Hail To The Chief”
Ooh, they point the cannon at you, Lord
It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no senator’s son, son
It ain’t me, it ain’t me; I ain’t no fortunate one, no
Some folks are born silver spoon in hand
Lord, don’t they help themselves, oh
But when the taxman come to the door
Lord, the house lookin’ like a rummage sale, yeah
It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no millionaire’s son, no, no
It ain’t me, it ain’t me; I ain’t no fortunate one, no
Yeah!
Some folks inherit star-spangled eyes
Ooh, they send you down to war, Lord
And when you ask ’em, “How much should we give?”
Ooh, they only answer, “More! More! More!” Yo
It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no military son, son
It ain’t me, it ain’t me; I ain’t no fortunate one, one
It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no fortunate one, no no no
It ain’t me, it ain’t me, I ain’t no fortunate son, no no no
It ain’t me, it ain’t me