Shakey Ground

The Temptations

About Shakey Ground

"Shakey Ground" is a 1975 R&B single by The Temptations. It was co-written by Funkadelic guitarist Eddie Hazel, who plays lead guitar on the song. Original Funkadelic bassist Billy "Bass" Nelson also plays on the song. The song is the last by the group to reach the number-one spot on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart: the song also crossed over to the pop chart, reaching number twenty-six on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was recorded by Phoebe Snow (for her 1976 album It Looks Like Snow), Van McCoy, Delbert McClinton, Etta James (on her 1989 album Seven Year Itch) and many other singers. Renée Geyer included the song on her album, Really Really Love You: Live at the Dallas Brooks Hall (1976). Fishbone recorded the song for their 2000 album Fishbone and the Familyhood Nextperience Present: The Psychotic Friends Nuttwerx. Aerosmith announced in May 2012 that they are including the song on their upcoming album Music from Another Dimension!, on which it ended up a Japan bonus track. Jam band, Max Creek has been performing the song since the 1980s and continues to do so today. Founding member of the Grateful Dead, Bob Weir, has also performed the song live over 20 times. Since 2012, Weir has performed the song with his bands Furthur, Ratdog, Dead & Company, Bob Weir and the Wolf Bros., as well as solo acoustic shows. 


Year:
1994
4:06
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Lady luck and the four leaf clover
Won't be as hurt as I feel all over
My life for one special occasion
'Til you leave in depth the situation

Well well well standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down
Standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down

My car got repossessed this morning
Harder times I haven't seen in years
Able to throw me a life preserver
'cause I'm about to drown in my own tears

Well well well standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down
Standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down

Well well well standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down

Standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down
Standing on shakey ground
Ever since you put me down

Well well well standing on shakey ground
Shaking, shakey ground
Standing, standing
Standing on shakey ground

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The Temptations

The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records. The group's repertoire has included, during its five-decade career, R&B, doo-wop, funk, disco, soul, and adult contemporary music. Known for their recognizable choreography, distinct harmonies, and flashy onstage suits, the Temptations have been said to be as influential to soul as The Beatles are to pop and rock. more »

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Written by: JEFFREY BOWEN, ALPHONSO BOYD, EDDIE HAZEL

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3 facts about this song

The Temptations" Version
1. "Shakey Ground" by The Temptations: This song was released as a single in 1975 and it became one of the group's final hits of the decade. 2. Fleetwood Mac Connection: The song features bass work by the renowned musician, Bob Babbitt, and guitar work by Eddie Hazel of Parliament-Funkadelic, giving it a strong connection to another influential band, Fleetwood Mac. 3. R&B Charts: "Shakey Ground" quickly climbed the R&B charts and held the number one spot for two weeks, proving its appeal among fans of soul music. 4. Pop Charts: The song also made a good impression on pop listeners, reaching number 26 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart. 5. Cover Versions: In the years since its release, "Shakey Ground" has been covered by a number of artists, demonstrating its lasting appeal.
Fishbone" Version
1. "Shakey Ground" by Fishbone: This version was included in their 2006 album, "Still Stuck in Your Throat". 2. Different Genre: Fishbone is known for their mixture of ska, punk rock, funk, hard rock, and soul. Their version of "Shakey Ground" fits into this diverse genre blend. 3. Artist Recognition: Fishbone's cover was well-received by fans and critics, who appreciated the band's ability to rework classic songs in their unique style.
Phoebe Snow" Version
1. "Shakey Ground" by Phoebe Snow: The version by the American singer-songwriter was included in her album "Rock Away", released in 1981. 2. Change in Style: Phoebe Snow was known mainly for her blues and jazz influences, and the inclusion of "Shakey Ground" on her album signified a move towards a more rock-oriented sound. 3. Collaboration: The album "Rock Away", including "Shakey Ground", featured guest performances from several renowned musicians, such as Steve Lukather and Richard Tee.

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