There are a handful of songs in the lexicon of rock and roll that can be called anthems, and Feelin' Alright has repeatedly been crowned one of them. This simple two chord song has been on the lips and in the hearts of the world since its initial release in 1968. This American classic debuted on the cutting edge English rock band, Traffic's second album. It has become of the most powerful and enduring tracks in all of rock and roll history.

Dave Mason wrote the song at the young age of 19 while on vacation on the island of Hydra, Greece. As most great songs it was intiially a love song (although Dave has never publically decried the recepient of such an honor).

It has also been a hit single for several performers, including Joe Cocker (1969, #69, recharted in 1972, US #33), Mongo Santamaria (1969 #95), Grand Funk Railroad (1971, US#54), and been recorded by industry giants like Three Dog Night (1969), The 5th Dimension (1970), Lou Rawls, Freddie King, Paul Weller, Lulu, Chairmen of the Board (1970), The Electric Concept Orchestra, Mother's Finest (1973), the Ohio Players (1971), Diana Ross with the Jackson 5 (1971), Maceo Parker, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Widespread Panic, The Black Crowes, Coldplay and My Morning Jacket (2023).

Over 40 cover versions have been recorded, it's been featured in several dozen films and TV commercials. Feelin' Alright is among the most well-known and beloved rock n' roll songs of all time.