Shake

Sam Cooke

About Shake

"Shake" is a song written and recorded by Sam Cooke. It was recorded at the last recording session Cooke had before his death on December 11, 1964. In the U. S., the song became a posthumous Billboard, Top 10 hit for Cooke, peaking at number seven in February 1965, as well as peaking at number two for three weeks on the Cashbox R&B charts.


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1986
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Listen

Listen while I talk to you
I tell you what we're gonna do
There's a new thing that's going around
And I'll tell you what they're puttin' down

Just move your body all around
And just shake
Oh, mamma
Shake
That's the way to do it
Shake
Oh, you're looking good now
Shake
Yeah, ha

Shake it like a bowl of soup
And make your body loop de loop
Put your hands on your hips
And kinda let your backbone slip
Move your body like a whip
And just shake

Umm, that's doing it
Shake
Yeah, you're looking good now
Shake
Go on, do it baby
Shake
Yeah, Ohh

A ring-a-ling-a-ling
Honey, shakin' is the latest thing
And if you want to swing
Just loosen up them shoulders

And if you want to really roll
You got to do the thing with soul
Shake the shake with all your might
Oh, if you do it, do it right
Just make your body loose and light
And kinda shake
Oh, honey

Shake
Hoo
Shake
Oh, that's the way to do it
Shake
Ah ah ah ah ahyeah

Alright

Oh, you're doing it now honey

C'mon, loosen up them shoulders

If you want to really roll
Got to do the thing with soul
Shake the shake with all your might
Now, if you do it, do it right
Make your body loose and light
And just shake
Oh, I like to do it
Shake
Make me feel good now
Shake
All gone baby
Shake
Don't be shy now
Shake
Dance, with you mama
Shake
Don't, do it baby
Shake
Oh, yeah
Shake

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Sam Cooke

Samuel Cook (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964), better known under the stage name Sam Cooke, was an American gospel, R&B, soul, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is considered to be one of the pioneers and founders of soul music. He is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocal abilities and influence on the modern world of music. His contribution in pioneering soul music led to the rise of Aretha Franklin, Bobby Womack, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and popularized the likes of Otis Redding and James Brown. more »

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Written by: Sam Cooke

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Shake" is a song written and performed by American soul singer Sam Cooke. It was released as a single on November 22, 1964.
Record Label
"Shake" was released under the RCA Victor record label, a comprehensive music platform that pioneered the music industry during the birth of vinyl.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at the number seven position on the Billboard Hot 100. "Shake" also reached number two on Billboard's R&B chart, showcasing its popularity amongst the soul and rhythm & blues audience.
Posthumous Release
Sam Cooke died a few weeks before the release of "Shake". His untimely death significantly boosted the popularity of the song, as fans mourned his loss through his music.
Cover Versions
"Shake" has been covered by various artists, including Otis Redding and The Small Faces. They each brought their own unique style to the song, contributing to its residual popularity.
Musical Style
"Shake" is considered a classic example of secular gospel, a genre in which Sam Cooke was instrumental. This style combines the passion and vitality of gospel music with non-religious themes.
Influence
"Shake" profoundly impacted the rhythm and blues genre and moved it toward soul. The song's upbeat rhythm,f raw emotion and energetic performance set the bar for many songs to follow.
Live Performances
Even after Sam Cooke's death, "Shake" has been performed live by various artists, demonstrating its ongoing popularity and influence.
Musical Structure
"Shake" is notable for its rhythmic, staccato guitar line and Cooke's impassioned, gospel-inflected vocals. The song makes frequent use of call and response, a musical technique often used in African-American spirituals and later adopted in rhythm and blues and rock and roll.
Legacy
The song continues to be an important influence in popular music. It's often cited as a prime example of Sam Cooke's talent as a songwriter, and of the soulful, gospel-inspired sound he helped popularize.

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