John Fogerty Quotes

I wrote that song for my wife, and it's what some guy who's sitting under a tree would be singing to the woman of his life, telling her how wonderful she is. To me, that's more lasting than something that sounds like it belongs on a movie soundtrack.

John Fogerty Creedence Clearwater Revival

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  John Fogerty Creedence Clearwater Revival
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  • Movie