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The Knack

By W. Noble ๐Ÿ“… 2025-04-12
Get the knack for power pop with The Knack! This American band burst onto the scene in the late 70s with an infectious blend of catchy hooks, driving rock energy, and new wave attitude. Their explosive debut album and single took the world by storm, defining a moment.

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Their career was instantly defined by a monumental debut single from 1979. Built around an unforgettable, stuttering guitar riff and a driving, insistent beat, this power pop classic captured the raw energy of youthful obsession and became a massive, inescapable worldwide number one hit record.


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  • My Sharona
  • Good Girls Don't

  • My Sharona

    Get instantly hooked by The Knack's explosive 1979 debut smash, "My Sharona"! Driven by an unforgettable stuttering guitar riff and powerful drum beat, this track became a global phenomenon. Its infectious blend of power pop, new wave, and garage rock energy makes it a killer workout song.
    Band:The Knack
    Genre:Garage rock, New wave, Power pop
    ReleaseDay:June 11
    Year:1979
    Other Keywords:OneHitWonder, Workout Song

    Released as the lead single from The Knack's debut album Get the Knack in 1979, "My Sharona" dominated the charts, holding the number one spot for weeks. This power pop masterpiece, with its raw garage rock edge and new wave sensibility, defined the band's sound and remains a perfect high-energy workout anthem.

    Featuring Berton Averre's iconic guitar work and Doug Fieger's impassioned vocals, "My Sharona" captured the urgent energy of late 70s rock. Its driving rhythm and undeniable hooks solidify its legacy as one of the most recognizable power pop/new wave hits ever recorded, perfect for any workout playlist.

    SONG MEANING: The song is a direct expression of lead singer Doug Fieger's intense infatuation with a real teenager named Sharona Alperin at the time. The lyrics ("Ooh my little pretty one... When you gonna give me some time, Sharona?") convey an urgent, almost obsessive desire and longing for her attention and affection.

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    "My Sharona"

    Good Girls Don't

    Get hooked on The Knack's edgy 1979 power pop hit, "Good Girls Don't"! The follow-up single to their massive debut, this track combines infectious hooks with a driving new wave beat. Its catchy melody and controversial lyrics made it another chart success for the band.
    Band:The Knack
    Genre:New wave, Power pop
    ReleaseDay:August 11
    Year:1979

    Released as the second single from The Knack's chart-topping 1979 debut album Get the Knack, "Good Girls Don't" continued their power pop reign. Showcasing their knack for blending Beatles-inspired melodies with a sharper new wave attitude, the song became another memorable hit from the era.

    This 1979 power pop/new wave track features a driving rhythm, catchy guitar lines, and Doug Fieger's distinctive vocals delivering somewhat provocative lyrics. "Good Girls Don't" solidified The Knack's signature sound and remains a prime example of late 70s power pop energy and attitude.

    SONG MEANING: The song expresses the singer's frustration with a girl perceived as playing innocent ("She's a good girl") while potentially being more provocative or teasing underneath. The controversial closing line implies the singer doesn't adhere to the same "good" behavior, highlighting a tension between perceived appearances and underlying desires or actions.

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    "Good Girls Don't"

    About "The Knack" ๐Ÿกƒ
    Category:All Time Favorite Music
    Active:1978โ€“1982, 1986โ€“1992, 1994, 1996โ€“2010
    Band:The Knack
    Genre:Garage rock, New wave, Power pop
    ReleaseDay:August 11, June 11
    Year:1979
    Other Keywords:OneHitWonder, Workout Song
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