I Hear You Knocking

Dave Edmunds

About I Hear You Knocking

"I Hear You Knocking" (or "I Hear You Knockin'") is a rhythm and blues song written by Dave Bartholomew. New Orleans rhythm and blues singer Smiley Lewis first recorded the song in 1955. The lyrics tell of the return of a former lover who is rebuffed. "I Hear You Knocking" reached number two on the Billboard R&B singles chart in 1955, making it Lewis's most popular and best-known song. Subsequently, numerous artists have recorded it, including Welsh singer and guitarist Dave Edmunds, whose version reached number one in the UK Singles Chart for six weeks in 1970 and was in the top 10 in several other countries.  


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You went away and left me long time ago
Now you're knocking on my door
I hear you knocking, but you can't come in
I hear you knocking, go back where you been

I begged you not to go but you said goodbye
And now you're telling me all your lies
I hear you knocking, but you can't come in
I hear you knocking, go back where you been, oh yeah

You better get back to your used-to-be
'Cause you're kinda love ain't good for me
I hear you knocking, but you can't come in
I hear you knocking, go back where you been

I told you way back in Fifty-two
That I would never go with you
I hear you knocking but you can't come in
I hear you knocking, go back where you been

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Dave Edmunds

David William "Dave" Edmunds (born 15 April 1944, Cardiff, Glamorgan, South Wales) is a Welsh singer, guitarist and record producer. Although he is primarily associated with pub rock and New Wave, and had numerous hits in the 1970s and early 1980s, his natural leaning has always been towards 1950s style rock and roll. more »

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Written by: Pearl King, Dave Bartholomew

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5 facts about this song

Historical Timeline
The 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.
Song Origin and Inspiration
Impressively, 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.
Record Labels and Success
The 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.
Legacy and Influence
Despite 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.
Unique Sound and Style
The 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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