• Record Label: Vanguard
  • Release Date: May 28, 2013
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 16
  2. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. May 23, 2013
    100
    The only real clunker is a lugubrious redo of “Lodi,” featuring John’s sons Tyler and Shane, but otherwise, this should be a must for Fogerty followers.
  2. May 23, 2013
    100
    Wrote a Song for Everyone does not replace anything Fogerty did the first time around. It affirms the living history in his greatest hits--that of a great nation still being born.
  3. May 28, 2013
    85
    The far-flung vocalists demonstrate how vast his songwriting and cultural influence is, comfortably enfolding each without losing the essence of his intent.
  4. May 28, 2013
    80
    With help from a diverse coterie of peers, fans, and friends, Wrote a Song for Everyone offers fun and fresh takes on well-worn tunes.
  5. Jun 17, 2013
    70
    These two tracks [“Mystic Highway” and “Train of Fools”] are so strong that one can’t help but wish Fogerty had foregone the duets altogether and recorded a solo album of original material.
  6. Uncut
    May 23, 2013
    70
    The nicest moments come when his simple structures are allowed to do their thing. [Jul 2013, p.75]
  7. 70
    Fogerty knew the risks and sought to rise above mere sing-along gimmickry, inviting his partners to share ideas for their tracks. Wrote A Song for Everyone, the result, is, at times, revelatory.
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  1. Jan 17, 2014
    8
    Reminded me of how much I love Creedence Clearwater Revival. Awesome covers. The two new songs are also great. I enjoyed the guests on theReminded me of how much I love Creedence Clearwater Revival. Awesome covers. The two new songs are also great. I enjoyed the guests on the album, and am especially glad to hear John Fogerty again. Full Review »