About The Song
“Down on the Corner” is a song by Creedence Clearwater Revival from their fourth studio album, “Willy and the Poor Boys” (1969). It reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 1969. The song is celebrated for its upbeat tempo, catchy melody, and distinctive bayou rock style, contributing to Creedence Clearwater Revival’s status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time. The song’s popularity endured over the years, with performances on shows like The Ed Sullivan Show, ensuring the band’s lasting fame.
The song “Down on the Corner” by Creedence Clearwater Revival celebrates the power of music in fostering community spirit and bringing people together. It captures the spirit of Americana, depicting a lively street corner atmosphere with upbeat rhythms and catchy melodies. The song describes scenes of street life, with lyrics portraying characters like Willy and the Poor Boys playing music and entertaining passersby.
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Lyrics
Early in the evenin’, just about supper time
Over by the courthouse, they’re starting to unwind
Four kids on the corner trying to bring you up
Willy picks a tune out and he blows it on the harp
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
Rooster hits the washboard, and people just got to smile
Blinky thumps the gut bass and solos for a while
Poor boy twangs the rhythm out on his Kalamazoo
Willy goes into a dance and doubles on kazoo
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
You don’t need a penny just to hang around
But if you’ve got a nickel, won’t you lay your money down?
Over on the corner, there’s a happy noise
People come from all around to watch the magic boy
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet
Down on the corner, out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’