I Hear You Knocking
Smiley Lewis
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You went away and left me long time ago Now you come back knockin' on my door I hear you knocking, but you can't come in I hear you knocking, go back where you've been I begged you not to go, but you said goodbye Now you come back tellin' all your lies I hear you knocking, but you can't come in I hear you knocking, go back where you've been I told way back in '52 I would never go with you I hear you knocking But you can't come in I hear you knocking Go back where you've been You'd better get back to your used-to-be Because your love's no good to me I hear you knocking But you can't come in I hear you knocking Go back where you've been
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Written by: Pearl King, Dave Bartholomew
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5 facts about this song
Historical TimelineThe song, "I Hear You Knocking" has a fascinating historical timeline. First written by Dave Bartholomew and Pearl King, it was originally recorded by Smiley Lewis in 1955.
- Despite initial releases not charting highly, the song saw a resurgence in popularity in 1970 when it was covered by Welsh musician Dave Edmunds.
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Song Origin and InspirationImpressively, Dave Bartholomew, who co-wrote "I Hear You Knocking," was an inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The song was inspired by the rhythm and blues genre, which Bartholomew helped shape significantly.
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Record Labels and SuccessThe original version of "I Hear You Knocking" was recorded in New Orleans and released on Imperial Records, a label that has hosted numerous prominent artists in the rhythm and blues genre.
-Dave Edmunds' version of the song was a significant achievement, reaching Number 1 on the UK Singles Chart, where it stayed for 6 weeks. It also reached Number 4 on Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Legacy and InfluenceDespite being over sixty years old, "I Hear You Knocking" continues to influence modern music. After Dave Edmunds' success with the song, it has been covered by many other artists, demonstrating its enduring appeal and influence.
- Even the phrase "I Hear You Knocking" has since been used in numerous other songs across various genres, cementing the tune's impact on music as a whole.
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Unique Sound and StyleThe song distinctively combines elements of rockabilly, blues, and country, making it an energizing and intriguing piece that showcases the skills and styles of both Bartholomew and Edmunds.
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