Every now and then I get ambitious to add songs to my repertoire. I haven't played Who'll Stop The Rain by Creedence Clearwater Revival in years and I thought I'd revive it. However, some of the lyrical references are too obscure for me, for example "caught up in the fable, I watched the tower grow. Five year plans and new deals, wrapped in golden chains...". Are these historical references or personal experiences of the writer or something else?

As always, thanks and appreciation to those who help.

Peace. Mooh.