About The Song
“Knock on Wood” is a song originally written by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper, performed by Floyd in 1966. Amii Stewart covered “Knock on Wood” in 1979, releasing it as the title track of her album. The song reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 on April 21, 1979. Stewart’s album “Knock on Wood” was released in February 1979 and spawned two successful singles, including “Knock on Wood” and “Light My Fire / 137 Disco Heaven”. Stewart’s disco rendition became highly popular, topping charts globally, including in the US, UK, and Germany.
The song’s lyrics convey the fear of losing a cherished relationship and the desire to maintain it against all odds. The lyrics use the phrase “knock on wood” as a superstitious belief to avoid misfortune or loss. It narrates a story of attributing romantic luck and happiness to the act of “knocking on wood”. Delving into its history reveals a story of resilience and triumph over adversity, contributing to its enduring appeal. Despite its release in 1978, the song remains popular, its revisited version ensuring its timeless message stays relevant.
Lyrics
I don't want to lose you, this good thing
That I got 'cause if I do
I will surely, surely lose a lot
'Cause your love is better
Than any love I know
It's like thunder, lightning
The way you love me is frightening
You better knock, knock on wood, baby
Ooh, baby, ooh
Yes, I'm not superstitious about ya
But I can't take no chance
I got me spinnin', baby
You know that I'm in a trance
'Cause your love is better
Than any love I know
It's like thunder, lightning
The way you love me is frightening
You better knock, knock, knock on wood, baby
Ooh, baby, ooh
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock)
Ooh, baby, ooh
It's no secret about it
'Cause with his loving touch
He sees to it that I get enough
Feel his touch all over
You know it means so much
It's like thunder, burstin' lightning
The way you love me is frightening
You better knock, knock, knock on wood, baby
Ooh, baby, ooh
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)
(Think you better knock, knock, knock on wood)