John Fogerty - Centerfield

[@rhondashinn4952]

My Dad died tuesday. he loved baseball. i called and asked that this song be played at his celebration of life. thank you John Fogerty

[@scott_thomasx]

I bet he loves that. Just like he loves you still

[@DaL33T5]

May your father bat all homers and pitch no-hitters in the afterlife.

[@_53XY]

Rip 🕊️ fly high

[@sherryprice8906]

An awsome remembrance...peace and comfort❤

[@kellypruitt2362]

Sorry for your loss. My dad (RIP) introduced me to all these good songs ❤

[@john7620]

To me, this song just simply represents Americana.

[@Nanku42]

Indeed

[@jeffsampson3796]

This song is probably John Fogerty's best lasting legacy. Have you ever attended a baseball game and this wasn't played?

[@ZenHulk]

WHAT CCR's first album has been on the top 100 albums since 1971, hell everyone has cut their songs and Aretha made a lot of money off 2 of their songs. AND he's touring right now in 2024

[@michaelharrington75]

I've probably attended more games where this wasn't played.

[@lyndaferguson816]

This was his first solo song he wrote, and recorded, after leaving the music industry, because his music was stolen from him, and he made no loyalties off of it. After a lengthy court battle, he won. It was about baseball, but wasn't really about baseball, it was about him being ready to get back in the game of the music industry, that he had lost trust in. He is a talented man. I'm glad that he persevered over it all, and continues to play the game.

[@NikkiNole]

​@lyndaferguson816 He wanted out of his contract. He still owed the record company like 8 records. For him to terminate the contract, he gave them the rights to his songs. So it may have been stolen from him, but he agreed to it at the time. He wanted out and that was the price to be paid.

[@lq-84i52]

We sure fortunate son isn't it?

[@Bronsonkicks]

When I was a kid. My father would wake me up singing this song, while tickling me. Miss ya Pop.

[@DaL33T5]

May your old man rest in peace, up there with Babe Ruth and the rest.

[@Bronsonkicks]

@@DaL33T5 Hittin home runs brother.

[@CompaLouisemiguel]

my dad use to wake me up and fight me i miss those days core memories forsure

[@bajabl]

That’s so cute

[@crystalwallace2175]

This was one of my Daddy's favorite songs. He passed away almost a month ago. We played this at his funeral and buried him in an Atlanta Braves jersey and wearing his Vietnam veterans hat. I Love you Daddy!

[@markallen6818]

That's soo Cool.I know Your Dad was smiling when You did this.

[@crystalwallace2175]

@@markallen6818 Thanks you for the kind words. It brought a smile and peaceful thoughts. God bless.

[@brendah.6366]

@ Crystal Wallace, very sorry for your loss. Great memory.

[@lisamcbride8921]

So sorry for your loss prayers🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@deanmaker.4916]

The new York yeankes are number one.

[@nicholasrossow8890]

RIP Mom playing this song for you. Go Tigers!

[@robmcelhone6345]

Willie Mays passed away today June 18th 2024 at the age of 93. One of the All Time Greats! Part of Baseball Royalty! RIP Mr. Mays. Thanks for the memories!

[@michaelgregoire2099]

a great Legend RIP

[@nealsnarr]

RIP🙏 🪦

[@MelissaStillman-bc3vk]

@@robmcelhone6345 that was a sad day indeed.😞😞😞

[@My-Pal-Hal]

MY PAL HAL,.. Just crossed that Rainbow 🌈 Bridge. And my last video of him playing Ball. Has this attached. WILLIE HAS SOMEONE TO PLAY BALL WITH 😇🐕‍🦺🥰

[@greatbeernow]

RIP Willie

[@donmcneil8285]

If there is a better baseball song, I do not know of one

[@LimeEyeball]

its a beautiful day for a ball game,did you see jackie robinson hit that ball

[@Muse94-ef9cp]

Maybe Randy Newman's I love LA 🤔 but it could be just a me thing lol I freaking love this... any baseball song reminds me of my father ⚾️

[@TheCynedd]

I am not a big baseball fan but this song came into my mind when I found out last week that I was going to be fighting with lung cancer - "put me in, coach, I'm ready to play!"

[@tlytle1271]

God Bless and sending prayers

[@jayt8784]

An attitude like that is half the battle. Best of luck to you, sir.

[@enniswhalen2428]

@ T C - Hey, Stay with it ! Remember, you are due to pitch batting practice at spring training . . . 2024 !

[@keepersleeker]

Keep your head up and your eye on the ball. You got this. I love you! God Bless!

[@joshua_wherley]

How have you been lately, brother?

[@hollylachon6723]

I am a 71 year old woman who loves baseball. When I listen to this song, I miss it even more. No matter what's going on in this world, we all get together when we hear , "PLAY BALL". Thank You John Fogerty!

[@stangboy88]

I hope your doing well! I love reading sweet comments like this.

[@theskyisfallingtom]

My son is now 50 and I'm 69. This reminds me of when my son played baseball as a kid. He was a great pitcher but in his freshman year he hyperextended his knee catching a fly ball. Had to have surgery and the doctor told him he could never play again. He cried and so did I.

[@tangowhiskeytrailertranspo6662]

Mom, I can call you mom. You sound like my late grandmother, oh she loved baseball- was a Dodgers fan from when they were in Brooklyn. She was so very excited when The Rockies finally began playing ball. She passed away in May of '94. I miss her. Anyway have you seen Meat Loaf "Paradise by the Dashboard Light?"

[@youtube_premium]

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[@jackiepearson5505]

I was an Indians fan in my youth, im 82 now. I had a rough childhood and can do anything when i hear this song. An 82 year old lady in her Indians BB shirt feeling like she can take over the world. Overcomes the worst of the bad childhoods. I love BB to this day.

[@kimblandino]

Go! Joe! Charboneau!

[@kenneth6964]

Go Indians!!!

[@lordlightning2339]

Indianapolis Indians?😊

[@JennySandy-i7o]

Bless your hezrt... I love your spirit. Hit me back. Prayers n respect. Judging jazz😂

[@JennySandy-i7o]

Love😊 Yankees Dodgers 💙

[@Pooch511]

This song should be played every opening day.

[@fannybuster]

Maybe at the start of every game

[@zs675]

I went to a Pirates/Cardinals series last fall and they played this song during the warm ups and during an inning change for all 3 games. Felt awesome and nostalgic.

[@dougwarner543]

Every day for the rest of my life

[@ronnieneas]

wow

[@sandypresley-un4sc]

I agree!

[@andrewmdk9038]

John Fogerty is a damn national treasure! 😊😊😊😊😊

[@Mikey-wz5wq]

True dat

[@crawdkenny]

The two times I've seen him live may be the best concerts I've ever seen.

[@geoffwilliams4478]

Comment of the year! 🙌🤟

[@Dobiegal]

And a heck of a nice guy. Was a passenger on my shuttle at Winstar.

[@sarge-cp8yq]

Someone get Nicolas Cage

[@djmicnifacent]

R.I.P. Hammerin Hank Aaron... God Bless... True American and Baseball LEGEND.

[@aspe7187]

Hammered 😵 by the shot 💉⚰️!

[@davebaseball123]

R.I.P indeed such a big influence Hank was 💯

[@annettejenkins1397]

Amen!

[@frednugent2310]

Definitely an eternal great

[@brettgerchow5125]

babe ruth

[@tnandproud1918]

This song will never be lost, this song should be played on the first day of baseball.

[@johnfogerty3571]

Hello thanks for your comments and supports, your comments and constant supports have brought me this far. Keep supporting❤️ Please send me a mail via [e-mail]

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

This is honestly the greatest sports song in America

[@marycampbell242]

Yes--right after The Star Spangled Banner.

[@2sexyfomyshirt]

@@marycampbell242 naw thats trash. Do you even know how many verses are in the star spangled banner? You know francis Scott was a slave owner? Like it also fuckin blows. Also talkin baseball is the greatest sport song.

[@markcarry6226]

F__k the Star Spangled Banner!

[@rgs4x]

In Honor of Willie Mays. The greatest all around player who ever lived! RIP 6/18/2024

[@robertmanocchia3046]

My favorite

[@JennySandy-i7o]

No racism in American baseball 😅😊

[@JennySandy-i7o]

I zm a girlygirl but ill throw shit at a agame if u bring it. Goyankees n Dodgers ❤

[@JennySandy-i7o]

Love it😂

[@robertmanocchia3046]

@@JennySandy-i7o Amen to that.

[@stevenbender66]

To a baseball fan, the greatest song ever written. It still makes the hair stand up on my arms. Thank you John, and thank you to all the players that made this America's game.

[@krs923]

LMFAO

[@Fly-The-W]

Agreed!! Miss it so much, Still brings be back instantly to the baseball summers when I hear this. Can almost smell the air on the diamond

[@scottwoodham7842]

This was always one of my favorite songs and I'm 52 this makes feel like an old fart but l still love this song big time

[@joecarter2420]

AMEN Brother! We don’t take advantage of life’s simple pleasures enough.

[@quentinkaasa47]

Never been a fan of watching baseball. "Talkin' Baseball (Willie, Mickey & The Duke)" is the better baseball song.

[@kimwright8768]

Who's Still Listening To This Song Centerfield From John Fogerty In 2024❤❤❤❤🔥

[@ZenHulk]

WTF this isn't like a song you can get away from GO TO any baseball game from little league to the Giants and you're forced to listen to it for the next 100 yrs.

[@bigray1330]

It’s a baseball anthem

[@alantorres8615]

🙋‍♂️

[@robertsears3737]

I am...Bob from New Jersey

[@KennethDurham-e5q]

Yup

[@vsmith1688]

How could you not be romantic about baseball?

[@markw208]

Whenever baseball starts again they simply MUST play this at the stadium before the game. Thank you John Fogerty ⚾️. Now that I think about it they should have John Fogerty at that 1st game and have him play LIVE.

[@hollycipriani6895]

Love that idea! 😊

[@matty_vr4789]

Yas queen

[@graememceachren1118]

Does he even own the rights to this song? Damn I missed baseball!

[@markw208]

Graeme McEachren, Yes. He does. The ownership issues were when Creedence Clearwater was getting taken advantage of.

[@graememceachren1118]

Mark W Thank you for the info. Bad position for a musician to be in .

[@danielerickson5175]

Rest in peace, Willie Mays… “ put me in coach..!”

[@michaelblair5566]

I'm sure God is putting him in the game today.

[@jameslapham3274]

Just makes you feel good....

[@activistanimations1268]

My dad would always say this was a great song. He had good taste in music. Rip dad.

[@floormusic6064]

Thats sad😢

[@floormusic6064]

That's sad.😢

[@christophersmith9237]

I agree with your dad... this song tips the baseball cap to those who love playing the game of baseball, and those who love watching it played as fans whether it's in the stadiums, in the backyard, or indoors.

[@ThePineryGuy]

❤

[@keiranzv2519]

This song will always be cherished by me for the simple fact this was my grandfather's favourite song during the 1900s, he passed away only a few weeks ago and this was played at his funeral, everytime I hear this I will think of him.

[@davidwalter2002]

I'm sorry for your loss, Kieran. My dad passed three years ago. He was a Brooklyn Dodgers fan and then a Mets fan, and I hope he had the chance to see this video. He would have loved seeing The Duke, Jackie, Campy, Gil, and all the greats represented in it.

[@jamievanduinen2618]

Your grandpa had great taste. Sorry for your loss!

[@lescobrandon3047]

I was a kid during the 1950’s and a Brooklyn Dodgers fan. So this song means a lot to me and should be in the baseball hall of fame in Cooperstown.

[@smokingjoint4661]

My step dad passed away on valentine’s Day and every time I hear “ Nate dogg nobody does it better” I think of him, he would play that almost everyday while working on his cars

[@racheldrum1982]

I think that's sweet. My mom told me her dad had no interest in television until he heard that the Pittsburgh Pirates were about to televise their games. They got a TV within days.

[@VILJL]

"Centerfield" is the title track from John Fogerty's album Centerfield, released in 1985. Fogerty's first solo album after a nine-year hiatus. The song is now commonly played at baseball games across the United States. Along with "Take me out to the Ball Game," it is one of the best-known baseball songs. In 2010, Fogerty became the only musician to be celebrated at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony when "Centerfield" was honored by the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

[@sharonmullins1957]

And well deserved!

[@bowtiedone2784]

Oh wow. I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing this 👍

[@fredfosdick4093]

and the guitar he had custom made, "slugger" has made it Cooperstown.

[@durwinsapp9313]

Reminds me of my late bro whom I played fastball with in the outfield for many moons classic from the mid 80's

[@Barbara-jd5lb]

Grand info...ty from 🇨🇦

[@specialktheman]

My mom’s favourite songs- it’s my 17th Christmas without her, and I turn this up anytime I hear it.

[@bigdog593]

Sorry for your loss I to turn it up and my kids and grandchildren look at me like what are doing love it did u know its in the baseball hall of fame

[@dennisrphymurphy7929]

YOU GO !!!!!

[@philippoulin8602]

Sorry to hear i do the same in memory of my uncle he would play this song over and over

[@DaL33T5]

Sorry to hear she's gone. May her memory endure.

[@GeorgeSauer-j6l]

Got to listen to this every opening day of baseball. Get me in the mood for some baseball, does not matter whose playing. Love baseball and can not get enough of John Fogerty.

[@Aspencer8973]

Same here😂

[@jasonmann1491]

Same!

[@jeffmadden589]

Just did. Great song. Great video.

[@phanFXR]

Same here

[@Aspencer8973]

I have a KZbin channel

[@hashachar70]

Happy 90th Birthday to Willie Mays, the greatest center fielder of all time! WE LOVE YOU, WILLIE!!!!!

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

He's really one of the last relics from the old era of baseball will be a sad day when he passes

[@AuntieMHere]

@hashachar70: Yes, Willie Mays was the greatest! Who could possibly make "the catch" except the say-hey kid? I feel absolutely blessed to have seen Mr. Mays play at Candlestick. Dad and me, loving baseball when it was a game...

[@danielshays7161]

Willie Mays was what baseball is about.

[@katherineberger6329]

​@@danielshays7161 Mays was such a great that the Giants took out an ad thanking the fans in the Minneapolis Tribune (he played in Minneapolis for the AAA Millers) when they called him up. Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins has cited him as every bit as much an inspiration as his own mentor, Torii Hunter, and Twins legend Kirby Puckett.

[@amywaldron2685]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@likebot.]

John Fogerty is a poet in the league of Bob Dylan and John Prine. This man really knows how to express meaning so beautifully in a few well curated words.

[@jesusperezmartinez6274]

Im mexican, i know anything about baseball but this song made me feel curiosity!

[@antoniocerrillo646]

No

[@Johnoftheshire]

@Like Bot - Well said.

[@davidlafleche1142]

The lyrics are really nothing more than a bunch of baseball catch phrases, cleverly strung together in a song.

[@kingbaby8761]

I love baseball. Fuck Ukraine.

[@jamiegeorge4171]

Baseball was so pure back in the 1930’s-1950’s

[@JennySandy-i7o]

@@jamiegeorge4171 absolutely 💯 percent. Shirt n tie or ladies dress up. People should apply these rules when they fly on a plane. Do they know they smell 🤔

[@DEARavens07]

RIP Willie Mays. It looks like he was the last surviving player in this video. They're all playing in heaven now.

[@jimnfl7134]

Bill Mazeroski is still alive, 1960 World Series.

[@DEARavens07]

@@jimnfl7134 Pete Rose, too. He is on a baseball card at the beginning.

[@jimnfl7134]

@@DEARavens07 went by so FAST hard to tell.

[@KofaAvenueAnimations]

Field of Dreams

[@scottsmith1712]

Iowa?

[@DirtyBob200X]

Very fitting that the last player in the video was the great Willie Mays who passed away, June 18 2024, age 93. One of the best to ever pick up a bat or put on a glove.

[@charleshendren3166]

Day before Opening Day 2021 and I just had to hear this song!!

[@barrybonds9558]

I hear almost every time I go to Walgreens

[@joeadler5379]

@@barrybonds9558 they usually go to CVS. Now I'm going to Walgreens.👍

[@jameshaswell2345]

This is the right way to welcome the new season!

[@tedcoop4392]

Well, anyone could understand the way you feel.

[@jaclynfalkowski964]

Son played centerfield, song meant a lot love it!!!

[@Barbara-jd5lb]

Not just baseball folks... a metaphor for life...c'mon suit up

[@felixmadison5736]

As John was boarding a plane, the flight attendant showed him where his seat was in first class. John yelled: "Put me in coach..."

[@big8dog887]

We should take a moment to appreciate the fact that this was 20 years before KZbin, all of this baseball footage wasn't so easy to come by.

[@zac3194]

John Fogerty has such perfect lyrics in every song he's ever made.

[@bogies7845]

John Fogerty never got the recognition he really deserved.

[@rubychurches6299]

This is a true baseball anthem

[@davidwalter2002]

Got that right. And this video is a delight. All those classic Gods of the Diamond showing up.

[@bluefeatherlf5124]

yep

[@chrisloewen2994]

This should be played at every game.

[@arikthompson5495]

Awesome song, period.

[@shyba2011]

No Doubt !!!!!

[@markdrescher5081]

Retire the number 24 THROUGH OUT Baseball in his honor, there will never be another, RIP WILLIE

[@micahfitzpatrick967]

Center field my whole life.

[@gerardward8098]

I concur.

[@jasonherr8041]

Whoever put this video together did a phenomenal job. It makes me feel like I am back in time in these classic baseball clips.

[@justtrouble1040]

I’d really love to see some of the OLD World Series games when the Bombers ruled. The Mick was my dad’s (and my) favorite. I only saw him play live once, and it was a day when he struck out 3x but we had seats right below Howard Cosell and it was magic.

[@creatinotionchannel2680]

I believe it is the original official music video

[@yankees29]

@@justtrouble1040 my dads idol was Mickey Mantle. I never saw him play but I had a huge lithograph painting in my room of him. I met him at a baseball card show once and it was magical.

[@sandrawilkinson3782]

Well I'm sure it wasn't the real John Fogerty who set up this video 🤭🤭🤭

[@yankees29]

@@sandrawilkinson3782 this is the original music video for this song from MTV. Of course John Fogerty had a hand in its making.

[@Shadowgrace760]

Happy opening day!

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

Dear baseball fans in 2020 … At least we have great stuff like this.

[@impassable]

Mays and Dimaggio were great, almost as good as Bonds

[@Cheffrank21]

I saw Bonds many times live. But during 2004-11 Albert Pujols was the best player I’ve ever seen.

[@petemeis234]

@@impassable --This is not even worth a response.

[@petemeis234]

@Jeremiah Curtis --You must like juicers, like Bonds and A-Rod.

[@petemeis234]

@@Cheffrank21 --The best in the last 50 years. No question about it.

[@davegardiner6271]

This is without a doubt the greatest son John Fogerty has ever written. I love it, Goosebumps every time. 🙏❤

[@dalechenoweth4583]

We lost Hank Aaron today. I dedicate this song to him...

[@Toydominic]

You and me both

[@darrellraypriceprice5107]

don.t forget Cheap Seats /Alabama

[@darrellraypriceprice5107]

RIPHank

[@brnmachoman6480]

Who is he?

[@cmoore185]

We have lost so many great ones in the last 15 months. Whitey Ford, Don Larson, Tom Seaver, Joe Morgan, Lou Brock, Tommy Lasorda, Hank Aaron, Al Kaline, Phil Neikro, Bob Gibson and don Sutton. All were Hall of Famers except Larson. Sad but there are others that are getting up in age. i believe Willie Mays is 90 or soon will be. These were all guys that I watched when i was growing up in the 50's and 60's. I really hope that the pandemic doesn't make them cansel the HoF weekend again this year.

[@julianrabbit]

Posting this in memory of one of my earliest role models, the "Say hey" kid, Willie Mays, 1931-2024 💔⚾

[@danield2713]

Rest in Peace Willie Mays. Thank you for the memories and history of the game.

[@scotthoskins1875]

There WILL NEVER EVER be a better game! The sights, sounds, smells and Summertime! Bunch of men playing a kids game! In the words of Biff Tannon "I've just got one thing to say- God bless America"

[@PastorMattSkiles]

I am life-long Cardinals fan and seeing Stan "the Man" Musial is this video and the other Cardinal greats always makes me so thankful my parents brought me up playing baseball and watching baseball. I swear I think the game was so much better in 50's, 60's , 70's and 80's and not so sterile as it is today.

[@jrstsb1353]

Such an uplifting song "We're born again, there's new grass on the field." Remember it's possible in the game of life too.

[@christopherangelamahan712]

Best baseball song EVER! Should be played at all parks before 1st pitch! ⚾

[@mrsmukk]

PERIOD!!!!!

[@jennifursun3303]

John got his wish he did this song in centerfield of Dodger stadium with this kids he turned 75 today

[@actsismmljcorrectlyobeyed6190]

What a fine American!

[@gridlore]

I saw him do it at the Oakland -Alameda Coliseum from Center Stage with Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir backing him. It was also one of the first shows where he could play his CCR stuff after winning his lawsuit.

[@oldermusiclover]

@@gridlore lucky you

[@johnfogerty3571]

Hello thanks for your comments and supports, your comments and constant supports have brought me this far. Keep supporting❤️ Please send me a mail via [e-mail]

[@nancyburi893]

Your music is timeless- thank you!! ❤️

[@mindlessdroid3630]

"Just hit the ball and touch them all a moment in the sun." Gets me in the feels every time.

[@martingrauman5990]

I miss it! I'm 63 and remember my first game I played and the first Tigers game I went to In Detroit When Willie Horton and Al Kaline played Willie put one on the steps of the library across the street over left field!!!! We sat in seats and the ball went over our head and out over the roof!!! I was 7 years old

[@sharonmullins1957]

From Detroit, love Tigers; but also Cubs! Always wanted an I-94 playoff!!!

[@ChristianSchock]

I just want to sit in the bleachers, eating a hot dog, drinking a beer and watch those boys play under the summer sun. I don't think anything is better.

[@kyleshiflet9952]

Same here GO 'STROS

[@evanlingwall]

Amen

[@sggaming4720]

Agreed man I planned on going the day I graduated to celebrate but the pandemic happened and ruined everything I was looking forward to

[@Hobiexoxo]

Fuck yeah!

[@lorriehartley1936]

My fiancé and I should have been there at Fenway Thursday June 30, 2020 to see a Red Sox and Yankees game on our Honeymoon!! I hate this pandemic! The Saturday before that should have been our wedding day.

[@kevintucker8803]

John Fogerty's enduring song "Centerfield" yoked himself to the iconic phase "as American as baseball, hot dogs and apple pie." Genius!

[@midniteblud]

@@deanmaker.4916 ok… nobody asked

[@marieprovencio392]

Yup

[@rustyshakelford1279]

@@midniteblud he wasn’t presenting it as an answer, jackass.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

And Chevrolet! 😊

[@laus7504]

@@cynthiaennis3107 The Heartbeat of America! Chevrolet! Dad worked for GM until he retired and is a huge baseball fan. Watched the Cincinnati vs. Boston 1975 world series with him! Until about the 5th inning when my bedtime came. I drive a Chevy now!

[@breichjr]

Saw him sing this live in concert last night here in Charleston. Absolutely amazing for anyone - much less an 80 year old man. God bless you John!

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

South Carolina?

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

No

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

Saw elton john last year..awesome

[@beatricefogarty1196]

Took my Vet Son when he first came home from Iraq to see Fogerty. He loved it, hearing Fortunate Son gave us both chills.

[@Musiclover-zi6zd]

We'll be playing again soon.We beat the 1918 pandemic and we will beat this one so, put me in coach!!!!Rad song!!!

[@anthonywingert2619]

They didn’t kneel in 1918

[@monicageist489]

L

[@marcc4828]

💪

[@kyleshiflet9952]

Amen

[@HikerChick2]

👍

[@matthewpuzzo8997]

Now that is how you make a music video.

[@JustCallMeLoathesome]

Amen, brother.

[@sonjalester1425]

It is all about Baseball

[@markallen6818]

This is as Real as it Gets.How can anybody top This Great Video of Such An Awesome Song.This Song reminds me of the days I used to Love Playing Baseball and Softball.

[@caffeine.automattic971]

My math teacher played this on MLB opening day. It’s been the best song ever since

[@carriepeel7267]

Sounds like a bad teacher

[@WVUer21]

I'm a college professor, and every Opening Day, I play this before and after the lecture. I offer bonus points for anyone who remembers it on the next quiz.

[@fannybuster]

@@carriepeel7267 booooo

[@roberteugeneconner5616]

Great Video, first time ever watching it, as a catcher as a kid, and never made little league, and to try out for Babe Ruth, as a catcher, I had to catch for the 3 M's, MacPhearson, Moselle,& Morgan, 3great strong armed guns who came to tryouts also and had never caught for any of them before, and the to play softball as a catcher, some think the position one that no one wants or your worst player, and I played the best I could to make our outfielders shine on throws to home plate from them or our cut off players look good,Amen, by making a good play at home plate on all the throws I received, Thanks for the teams and players and years

[@Yorker1998]

Baseball is such a beautiful sport.

[@Crusher6436]

Nothing better than a good nap while watching the beautiful game.

[@tlee717]

Even better now with 3000 k’s

[@sggaming4720]

Cam God bless Baseball

[@jessekessler3801]

Amen

[@beamanfarms3484]

There is 29 professional teams and the AAA yanks

[@DaL33T5]

The power and majesty of a home run... The quick, Helvetian precision of a triple play... The daring thrill of a stolen base... The crisp crack of the bat... The verdant grass of the outfield... Forget soccer. THIS is the Beautiful Game. :)

[@johnsandman1148]

Soccer is the most boring game in the world (after golf and curling). The midfield play is so dull.

[@vafan1]

Seems to me they haven't tampered with Baseball quite as much as they have with some other sports (especially "pro" football) - and to me that's a big part of the game's appeal.

[@josealdana7119]

Don't be hating on Soccer (Association Football). I love it and baseball equally. I have a lot of Soccer loving friends who hate baseball just as strongly as you hate soccer and I have to fight them just as hard as I am fighting you now. Open your eyes!

[@coleparker]

I am 68 and as a kid in the late 50s and early 60s Baseball was still number 1 and Mickey, Sandy, Willie and the others were players we all wanted to be. Thanks John.

[@johnfogerty4662]

Thanks for your time and attention towards me 💓💕

[@jimm7840]

Me too! HS ‘70 to ‘74, wouldn’t trade it for 50 more years!

[@sharonmullins1957]

Those were the decades of baseball! When players gave their all, not money grubbing with reps.

[@samiam619]

@@sharonmullins1957 OTOH, they weren’t paid very well.

[@timpodporin185]

I'm an Aussie, Yeah Love the game and love John Fogerty, I will chuck a couple of balls, Hit a couple, and I'm nearly 63 years old. Still got the shit. I am still bullet proof. Try to live were I'm from. If it don't kill ya you get stronger. Put me in coach John I'm ready to play. From Jim.

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

You rock😂

[@chrisstanley8053]

“We’re born again...there’s new grass on the field.” Baseball’s officially back baby!

[@richardvaughn5691]

Does ANYONE remember and know who those baseball "Globetrotters" were? The ones doing the razzle dazzle with the baseball? My Dad - rest his soul - showed me their routine way back in the '60s. He loved to watch them clown. They were SO good! Any responses would be greatly appreciated. Ghostbuster.

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

No. But thank you. Can't wait to see Dodgers vs Yankees Saturday 7pm😂

[@DawnKemp-jd9xx]

I don't know if anyone knows this, but John Fogerty is in the Baseball Hall of Fame because of this song!!!!!!!!

[@셀꽃셀잎부계정]

Wow! John & this great song do deserve it!👍

[@DawnKemp-jd9xx]

@@셀꽃셀잎부계정 He is the ONLY MUSICIAN to make it into the Baseball Hall Of Fame! I learned this on "Jeopardy!" (It was a "Final Jeopardy" question!!!)!

[@DawnKemp-jd9xx]

@@셀꽃셀잎부계정 He is the ONLY musician to make it into the Baseball Hall of Fame! (I found out on "Jeopardy!").

[@tamcar04]

This song just randomly popped in my head so I had to come find it

[@lucasblanton5203]

0:13 I love the synchronized throwing

[@pelhambx]

Grew up 8 blocks from the original Yankee Stadium in the days when the players would still park their cars on the street and throw a couple of bucks to us kids to "keep an eye" on their cars. After the 4th inning we could get in any game because we were familiar to all the ticket takers...Baseball was so Pure and Simple back then...(I'm 62)...when my dad saw this video at my apartment in the mid 1980's he was able to rattle off the names of literally each and every ball player in the video...he laughed so hard that afternoon that it was a real pleasure to me. He was an "All City" left fielder in high school and that was a real achievement considering how many High School athletes are in the NYC public school system. Just after completing his senior year season with another City championship he enlisted in the Marine Corps and fought during the Island Hopping Campaign in the South Pacific. I apologize if my comment is too long...I just needed to share these thoughts...Bless...

[@gamercorhard1706]

No need to apologize. It's great to see other people enjoy great music and honer their dads. I love reading these comments. I'm 68 and enjoyed watching my kids play sports.

[@johnfogerty4662]

Oh am sorry for your lost...I promise to be there for you... pelhambx💓

[@tlee717]

Anyone who grew up in the 80’s and 90’s that didn’t listen to this is seriously lost

[@broop-lynn2353]

I watched and listen to songs of those practically everyday. Even if i wasnt i grew up the right way

[@cool_pumpkin8659]

@Benjamin Byrd Tyx I’m 15, great song

[@martarodriguez538]

Rest In Paradise Willie Mays

[@amysturgis7817]

Just shared this with my 11 year old daughter, who has her first softball game today playing center field ❤️ Love this song.

[@sharonmullins1957]

How sweet.

[@laus7504]

I love how the video shows amazing outfield catches! Hope she's inspired :)

[@JennySandy-i7o]

It's a man sport..marry one ❤

[@JennySandy-i7o]

I could play MLB .but I would RATHER FLY A FIGHTER N SERVE MY COUNTRY. 🇺🇸 USA

[@JennySandy-i7o]

Mabye one day..we can play.

[@shoebeam]

Baseball was a man's game played by real men.Notice when Joe Dimaggio was robbed of a home run he was half way to second base,today they are halfway to first.Still a great game and the best baseball song ever.

[@JennayrueblueUnc]

I can't talk about joe..ill be 😢crying. Best ever

[@JennySandy-i7o]

Lou Gering...i ball like a 2 year ild. Goyankees Kick ass.....your team is a family

[@JennySandy-i7o]

@shoebeam I have alot to say about him. He was a great man. It makes me cry. HERO. GO YANKEES

[@JennySandy-i7o]

@@shoebeam he was and is the 🐐 goat. Awesome player n strength n courageous

[@JennySandy-i7o]

@@shoebeam I agreed 👍 💯. Look at a picture of his retirement speech every day. What an American idol..icon n hero

[@harryfamily7905]

There is nothing better than a good game of baseball. Anyone can see themselves somewhere in this song, whether it's on the field or in the stands. Baseball brings people together ❤

[@MelissaStillman-bc3vk]

Sent the video to my dad. I'm 54 his response was our team practice was as classy as the video...when your a kid the players..especially my dad looked awesome. Just like the guys in the video😊

[@ESTHERMARLENEHUANCABUJAN-qi5uc]

Helo

[@hobertlee7598]

Good Music Good Memories

[@jenniferstrunk1200]

Who doesn't miss the good old days of baseball?

[@penguin44ca]

Good old days? Like when it was just whites only? Dude no thanks.

[@TehkNinja]

John Fogerty is the best song writer of all time. His music always brings a smile to my face. I'm 25 and I'll play CCR at work and all the old guys jam out.

[@ianthompson3038]

CCR is truly something special.

[@KermitTheGamer21]

I think John Fogerty and CCR capture the voice of America better than anyone else

[@LeandroHenrique98]

A hug to you Americans for this great song. A hug to you directly from Sertãozinho SP Brazil

[@billhuber2964]

Our pleasure our baseball fan .

[@RupertLaLageIV]

My grandmother, who turned 70 on Jan. 1, 1985, was an avid baseball fan; her Astrodome-Astroworld excursions were epic. She absolutely loved this song and had a cassette recording of it, which I made from the album "Centerfield", in her blue and white 1975 Buick Regal's cassette deck--her birthday present from us kids after her 8-track went kerflooey. Myself, I got to see CCR three times in concert at the Sam Houston Coliseum in 1970, 1971, and 1972. I also saw John Fogerty at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in 1997 while he was doing his "Blue Moon Swamp Tour". I have been a fan since 1968.

[@claudioarcas5072]

Nunca más en la historia de la humanidad volverá a haber una banda como CCR😢😢...LEYENDA❤

[@dericklecount6101]

Hard not to smile when you here this song

[@erinamos7498]

It has the kind of vibrance that makes you glad to be alive

[@Libertygirl76]

The Say Hey Kid has been called up to the show, The Field of Dreams. He'll be watching the Giants game at his old field in Birmingham, AL, from the BEST seat in the House.

[@Cristian7105g]

Hey Shannon, it's not class seating on an airplane 😂

[@normsweet1710]

My Dad taught me to be quiet while His Tigers were broadcasted by Ernie Harewell, I seen Al Kaline make a shoestring catch to beat the Yankees at home in Aug of 1962. Though Al broke his collarbone : it made me a life long fan ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@asapstan]

The crack of the bat always gets me when I hear this song!

[@danielgregory3295]

Sounds like he got it all..⚾😁🖖

[@erinamos7498]

The live performances of the song just aren't as good without that loud home-run crack of the bat

[@susanramp1478]

WELL, I am 81 and have loved baseball since I was in 5th grade! Always a Brooklyn Dodgers fan until they moved West and I got married here in the East and now I have become a Phillies fan - GO PHILLIES!! LOVE LISTENING TO JOHN SING CENTERFIELD!! Thank you Mr. Fogerty! :)

[@enniswhalen2428]

@ S R - GREAT SONG . . see you at Citizens' Bank Park sometime !

[@susanramp1478]

I replied to John Fogerty's question but something happened to stop it all..................??

[@susanramp1478]

@John Fogerty OH WOW!!! Is this really John Fogerty!!?? I enjoy all your songs!! Thank you!! :)

[@susanramp1478]

@John Fogerty Sure was! :)

[@susanramp1478]

@John Fogerty Hi! Phillies are going to the World Series!!!!! I am thrilled!!!! Just played 'Centerfield' again!! :) :) :)

[@debbiechyle4812]

I am a big baseball fan. I played myself when I was young.

[@AuntieMHere]

I love the umps smiling at 0:35 The sun came out today...

[@davidpollak685]

God I love this song, it should be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame ⚾️ ❤️

[@StryderK]

It is in the hall of fame along with take me to the ball game

[@danielgregory3295]

And "Who's on First"...!!🤗

[@jarvisyoung8350]

I post this on Facebook every Opening Day. I love my Texas Rangers...but, I don't care if you pull for another team. If you love baseball then we just have a very special bond.

[@patriciaberry4630]

Love this song.

[@BornAgainVet1785]

There is not a better song that perfectly captures the love of the game. For me, I will always love baseball.

[@Shepthebassman91]

The footage and this song just makes me smile! Used to be a catcher for 7 years before i blew my knees out! Im a pro musician now but i still love the game and John Fogerty rocks!

[@docadams7099]

He sure nails it!

[@bigblue9996]

Opening Day and here’s the first pitch, and the season’s over.

[@christopherbernard4641]

Me as a Rangers fan 😭😭😭

[@michaelschwartz3696]

Me as a pirates fan

[@mikewack6778]

Cleveland fans rn

[@jenniferstauff746]

"Look at me, I could be, center field!" RIP Willie Mays.

[@DawnKemp-jd9xx]

I won't deny it---he was one of the greats!!!!

[@caldenparker2877]

My all time favorite song. Thank you coach for putting me in. Thank you dad for getting me signed up. Thank you Lord for baseball.

[@bobe.anderson2429]

I maintain that this is the greatest Love Song ever written. Covers a multitude of the things we love. Sunshine, new grass, playing games, a chance to shine, the support of our fans. Et. Al. But, the plethora of baseball terms that put a positive and lighthearted spin when applied to romantic Love, is a good, less awkward shorthand.

[@DianaRubinoAuthor]

Every bit as classic as "Take Me Out To The Ballgame". It evokes all the joys of the great American pastime. And that video, wow! Bravo to John for another work of genius.

[@viniciusgmachado1204]

Actually, this is more classic than that.

[@bake6330]

Fogerty is a poet, songwriter, inspiration an a genius.... Vote for him for president..enuff said

[@larryatkinson7504]

Every year since 2016 on opening day I watch the Cubs WS dvd & listen to Centerfield. Grew up watchin the Cubs at my great grandma's on a little tv on a TV tray while eating popcorn & I wouldn't trade it for all the big smart tv's & surround sounds in the world.

[@imaginationsmusic1985]

I love your story! My new tradition starting today is this song and watching the last inning of my beloved Rangers first ever win! I cheered on your Cubs in 2016!

[@douglasmcconnell8116]

Even if the season is canceled, this song just puts me in a great mood anyway..😀