I'm Gonna Knock on Your Door
The Isley Brothers
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Elaine, this is Rudolph out here If you don't come out tonight I'm gonna knock on your door, ring on your bell Tap on your window too If you don't come out tonight while the moon is bright I'm gonna knock and ring and tap until you do I'm gonna knock on your door, call out your name Wake up the town, you see I'm gonna hoot and howl like the lovesick owl Until you say you're goin' out with me Hey little girl, this ain't no time to sleep Let's count kisses 'stead of countin' sheep How can I hold you near With you up there and me down here? I'm gonna knock on your door, ring at your bell Wake up the town, you see If you don't come out tonight while the moon is bright I'm gonna knock and ring and tap until you do Hey, little girl, this ain't no time to sleep Let's count kisses 'stead of countin' sheep How, how can I hold you near With you up there and me down here? I'm gonna knock on your door, ring on your bell Tap on your window too If you don't come out tonight while the moon is bright I'm gonna knock and ring and tap until you do I'll knock and ring and tap until you do I'll knock and ring and tap until you do I'll knock and ring and tap until you do ...
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3 facts about this song
Eddie Hodges Version"I'm Gonna Knock on Your Door" was initially released by American actor and singer, Eddie Hodges in 1961. This was his debut single as a solo artist after leaving the music group, "The Cadillacs".
- The song was incredibly successful, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This solidified Eddie Hodges' music career and led to many more releases.
- The melody of this song was influenced by traditional nursery rhymes. Many listeners find the tune similar to familiar childhood songs.
- Eddie Hodges was just 14 when he recorded "I'm Gonna Knock on Your Door", making him one of the youngest solo artists to have a top 20 hit in the United States at the time.
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The Isley Brothers VersionThe Isley Brothers are known for their soulful reinterpretation of "I'm Gonna Knock on Your Door". The band included this song in their 1967 album "Soul on the Rocks".
- The Isley Brothers' version differed significantly from Eddie Hodges' original, transforming it from a pop tune into a soul number with their soulful harmonies and passionate performance.
- Unlike Eddie Hodges' version, The Isley Brothers' cover of the song did not chart in the United States. However, it gained considerable appreciation from followers of the soul music genre.
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General FactsBoth Eddie Hodges and The Isley Brothers had noteworthy careers in the music industry. Eddie Hodges left his singing career in the late 1960s to focus on his education, while The Isley Brothers continued releasing hits for decades.
- "I'm Gonna Knock on Your Door" was covered by numerous artists worldwide, showcasing the song's broad appeal and timeless charm.
- The song has been featured in a few movies and television shows, helping maintain its relevance over the years.
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