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Knock On Wood
Knock on Wood may refer to: * Knocking on wood, an act of superstition Music * Knock on Wood (Eddie Floyd song), "Knock on Wood" (Eddie Floyd song), a 1966 song by Eddie Floyd, covered by many performers * Knock on Wood (Amii Stewart album), ''Knock on Wood'' (Amii Stewart album), 1979 * ''Knock on Wood – The Best of Amii Stewart'', a 1996 album * Knock on Wood (Eddie Floyd album), ''Knock on Wood'' (Eddie Floyd album), 1967 * Knock on Wood (The Young Gods album), ''Knock on Wood'' (The Young Gods album), 2008 * Knock on Wood (1942 song), "Knock on Wood" (1942 song), a song written by M. K. Jerome and Jack Scholl, from the film ''Casablanca'' * "Knock on Wood", the title song to the 1954 film, written by Sylvia Fine * "Knock on Wood", a song by Prefab Sprout from ''From Langley Park to Memphis'' * "The Impression That I Get", a 1997 song by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones which repeatedly contains the phrase "knock on wood" Film and television * Knock on Wood (film), ''Knock ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knocking On Wood
Knocking on wood (also phrased touching wood or touch wood) is an apotropaic tradition of literally touching, tapping, or knocking on wood, or merely stating that one is doing or intending to do so, in order to avoid "tempting fate" after making a favorable prediction or boast, or a declaration concerning one's own death or another unfavorable situation. Origin of use in the English language There are connections between ancient spirituality and trees influencing fortune. In the pre-Christian beliefs of the Germanic people, for example, three Norns send fate up into the universe through a tree. Languages descended from these people include concepts such as "knock on wood", "touch wood" or "three times wood", although only the first two expressions are in the descended English language specifically. Meanwhile, the ancient Celts, Celtic peoples also believed that the act of touching wood called on spirits or gods of the trees. Christians tie the practice to the symbolism of the w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (Eddie Floyd Song)
"Knock on Wood" is a song by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper released as a single by Floyd in 1966. The song was later covered by other artists, most notably Amii Stewart in 1979. Stewart's disco version was the most successful on weekly music charts. Eddie Floyd version "Knock On Wood" was written in the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee (now The National Civil Rights Museum). Steve Cropper has stated in interviews that there was a lightning storm the night that he and Eddie wrote the song, hence the lyrics 'It's like thunder, lightning, The way you love me is frightening'. The song was based on another song co-written by Cropper, the Wilson Pickett version of " In the Midnight Hour" (1965), having the same chord progression "only played in reverse". According to Floyd, "Knock On Wood" was initially written for Otis Redding. However, Stax label manager Jim Stewart turned down the idea of Redding recording the song. Both sides of the single were recorded on July 13, 1966 at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (Amii Stewart Album)
Knock on Wood may refer to: * Knocking on wood, an act of superstition Music * "Knock on Wood" (Eddie Floyd song), a 1966 song by Eddie Floyd, covered by many performers * ''Knock on Wood'' (Amii Stewart album), 1979 * '' Knock on Wood – The Best of Amii Stewart'', a 1996 album * ''Knock on Wood'' (Eddie Floyd album), 1967 * ''Knock on Wood'' (The Young Gods album), 2008 * "Knock on Wood" (1942 song), a song written by M. K. Jerome and Jack Scholl, from the film ''Casablanca'' * "Knock on Wood", the title song to the 1954 film, written by Sylvia Fine * "Knock on Wood", a song by Prefab Sprout from '' From Langley Park to Memphis'' * "The Impression That I Get", a 1997 song by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones which repeatedly contains the phrase "knock on wood" Film and television * ''Knock on Wood'' (film), a 1954 comedy starring Danny Kaye * ''Knock on Wood'' (1981 film) or ''La Chèvre'', a French comedy by Francis Veber * "Knock on Wood" (''Little Einsteins'' episode ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood – The Best Of Amii Stewart
''Knock on Wood – The Best of Amii Stewart'' is a compilation album of recordings by Amii Stewart released in 1996. The compilation mainly covers material from her early disco career and albums ''Knock On Wood'' and '' Paradise Bird'', both from 1979. This compilation was one of the first to use the original versions of Amii Stewart's hits instead of the 1985 remixes from album ''The Hits'', with one exception - the duet "My Guy"/"My Girl" which originally was recorded with Johnny Bristol. ''Knock on Wood - The Best of Amii Stewart'' also contains two tracks from 1981's ''Images''/'' I'm Gonna Get Your Love'' and finishes with 1985's European hit single "Friends". Track listing #"Knock on Wood" (original album version) - 6:13 #"You Really Touched My Heart" - 4:29 #" Light My Fire" / "137 Disco Heaven" (original album version) - 8:26 #"Bring It on Back to Me" - 3:56 #"My Guy, My Girl" (1985 version feat. Deon Estus) - 4:31 #"Get Your Love Back" - 3:56 #"The Letter" (origin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (Eddie Floyd Album)
''Knock on Wood'' is the debut album of soul singer/songwriter Eddie Floyd, released in 1967 on Stax Records. Overview "> Knock on Wood > Overview /ref> The album was recorded between July and December 1966 at Stax Recording Studio. It features his most well-known single, the title track, "Knock on Wood". Track listing # "Knock on Wood" (Steve Cropper, Floyd) – 3:05 # "Something You Got" (Chris Kenner, Fats Domino) – 3:05 # "But It's Alright" ( J.J. Jackson, Pierre Tubbs) – 2:53 # "I Stand Accused" ( Billy Butler, Jerry Butler) – 3:21 # " If You Gotta Make a Fool of Somebody" (Rudy Clark)– 2:46 # "I Don't Want to Cry" (Luther Dixon, Chuck Jackson) – 2:50 # " Raise Your Hand" (Cropper, Floyd, Alvertis Isbell) – 2:26 # "Got to Make a Comeback" (Floyd, Joe Shamwell) – 2:40 # " 634-5789" (Cropper, Floyd) – 3:03 # "I've Just Been Feeling Bad" (Cropper, Floyd) – 2:42 # " High-Heel Sneakers" ( Robert Higginbotham) – 2:43 # "Warm and Tender Love" ( Bobby Robinson ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (The Young Gods Album)
''Knock On Wood'' is an album by the Swiss musical group The Young Gods. The album was recorded entirely with acoustic instruments and has a more relaxed or mood than their typical industrial rock material. CD track listing # Our House # I'm The Drug # Everythere # Gasoline Man # Speak Low (Nash/ Weill) # Charlotte # Ghost Rider (Suicide) # Longue Route # She Rains # Freedom (Richie Havens) # Skinflowers DVD track listing Live At Moods # I'm The Drug # Gasoline Man # Speak Low # Ghost Rider # Longue Route # She Rains # Everything In Its Right Place (Radiohead) # If Six Was Nine (Jimi Hendrix) Take Away Shows # Charlotte # I'm The Drug # Gasoline Man LP track listing 1A # Our House (5:38) # Everythere (4:43) # Gasoline Man (5:07) 1B # Speak Low (5:00) # Charlotte (2:07) # Longue Route (4:22) # She Rains (5:28) 2A # Skinflowers (4:20) # I'm The Drug (2:55) # Freedom (4:03) # Stay With Us (4:20) 2B # Ghostrider (12:02) Credits Main Performer *Franz Treich ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (1942 Song)
"Knock on Wood" is a song written by M.K. Jerome and Jack Scholl for the film ''Casablanca'', where it was performed onscreen by Dooley Wilson to music played by pianist Elliot Carpenter. Commissioned by producer Hal B. Wallis, the song is the movie's only original composition. Performance in ''Casablanca'' In the film, band leader Sam, played by Wilson, sings the refrain "Who's got trouble? / Knock on wood" at Rick's Cafe Americain during an early conversation between main character and bar owner Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) and black market dealer Guillermo Ugarte (Peter Lorre Peter Lorre (; born László Löwenstein, ; June 26, 1904 – March 23, 1964) was a Hungarian and American actor, active first in Europe and later in the United States. Known for his timidly devious characters, his appearance, and accented vo ...). The conversation introduces stolen letters of transit, a plot device that drives the ''Casablanca'' story and personal turmoil for Rick. The song fore ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sylvia Fine
Sylvia Fine Kaye (August 29, 1913October 28, 1991) was an American lyricist, composer, and producer. Many of her compositions and productions were performed by her husband, comedian Danny Kaye. Fine was a Peabody Award-winner and was nominated for two Academy Awards and two Emmys during her career. She won an Emmy award in 1976 for a children's special. Early life Sylvia Fine was born in Brooklyn, New York, the youngest of three children of a Jewish dentist, and raised in East New York. She attended Thomas Jefferson High School and studied music at Brooklyn College, where she wrote the music for the school's alma mater, with lyrics from the poet Robert Friend. Career and Danny Kaye She was working as an audition pianist when she met Danny Kaye; both were working on a short-lived Broadway show, '' The Straw Hat Revue''. Fine wrote the lyrics and music for the show. Although the pair had never met before, they discovered some things in common. They were both born in Brooklyn, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
From Langley Park To Memphis
''From Langley Park to Memphis'' is the third studio album by English pop band Prefab Sprout. It was released by Kitchenware Records on 14 March 1988. It peaked at number five on the UK Albums Chart, the highest position for any studio album released by the band. Recorded in Newcastle, London and Los Angeles, it has a more polished and commercial sound than their earlier releases, and features several guest stars including Stevie Wonder and Pete Townshend. The album's simpler songs, big productions and straightforward cover photo reflect frontman Paddy McAloon's wish for it to be a more universal work than their more cerebral earlier work. The album received mixed reviews upon release with several criticising the elaborate production style, while McAloon's songwriting received praise. The album's commercial performance was bolstered by the success of its single " The King of Rock 'n' Roll", which became the band's only top 10 hit on the UK Singles Chart when it peaked at No. 7. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Impression That I Get
"The Impression That I Get" is a song by American ska punk band the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, released as the lead single from their fifth studio album, '' Let's Face It'' (1997), in February 1997. The track reached number one on the US '' Billboard'' Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 23 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 Airplay chart while also charting highly in Australia, Canada, and on the UK Singles Chart. The song was certified gold in the United States and Australia. Chris Applebaum directed the song's music video while Adam Stern produced it. Music Musically the song is a mix of ska punk, alternative rock, punk rock, and reggae rock. Background More than a year before the release of '' Let's Face It'', the song appeared on ''Safe and Sound: A Benefit in Response to the Brookline Clinic Violence''; the album was released in response to the slayings of two abortion clinic workers in two different clinics in Brookline, Massachusetts on December 30, 1994. Live performa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (film)
''Knock on Wood'' is a 1954 American comedy thriller film starring Danny Kaye and Mai Zetterling. Other actors in the film include Torin Thatcher, David Burns, and Leon Askin. The film was written and directed by Melvin Frank and Norman Panama, with songs by Kaye's wife, Sylvia Fine. Location shooting in England took place around London as well as Maidenhead and Marlow. Plot Jerry Morgan is a ventriloquist who is having trouble with love: just when his relationship with a woman gets around to marriage, his dummy turns jealous and spoils everything. Jerry's manager Marty threatens to quit unless Jerry sees a psychiatrist, Ilse Nordstrom, who tries to discover the source of his problem. The two of them eventually fall in love. At the same time, Jerry becomes unwittingly intertwined with spies and has to run from the police. In his escape, he finds himself impersonating a British car salesman, trying to demonstrate a new convertible with loads of bells and whistles. Later on, h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Knock On Wood (1981 Film)
Knock on Wood may refer to: * Knocking on wood, an act of superstition Music * "Knock on Wood" (Eddie Floyd song), a 1966 song by Eddie Floyd, covered by many performers * ''Knock on Wood'' (Amii Stewart album), 1979 * ''Knock on Wood – The Best of Amii Stewart'', a 1996 album * ''Knock on Wood'' (Eddie Floyd album), 1967 * ''Knock on Wood'' (The Young Gods album), 2008 * "Knock on Wood" (1942 song), a song written by M. K. Jerome and Jack Scholl, from the film ''Casablanca'' * "Knock on Wood", the title song to the 1954 film, written by Sylvia Fine * "Knock on Wood", a song by Prefab Sprout from ''From Langley Park to Memphis'' * "The Impression That I Get", a 1997 song by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones which repeatedly contains the phrase "knock on wood" Film and television * ''Knock on Wood'' (film), a 1954 comedy starring Danny Kaye * ''Knock on Wood'' (1981 film) or ''La Chèvre'', a French comedy by Francis Veber * "Knock on Wood" (''Little Einsteins'' episode) * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
