Joan Jett's version of "" is a rock-infused cover of the 1971 classic by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) . Originally featured on her 1990 album The Hit List , this rendition brings a gritty, raspy energy to the melancholic original . Core Song Details
Creedence Clearwater Revival (written by John Fogerty ) . Release Date: January 16, 1990 .
Critics have described her approach as "effortless," capturing the song's inherent melancholy while giving it a harder, "more alive" edge . Original Meaning vs. Visual Style
The cover features glam-rock harmonies , electric piano, and distinct guitar licks that diverge from the folk-rock warmth of the original .