She Gets Down on Her Knees
Yoko Ono
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Artist InformationThe song "She Gets Down on Her Knees" is by Yoko Ono, a Japanese multimedia artist, singer, songwriter, and peace activist. She was also famously married to John Lennon of the Beatles.
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Album ReleaseThis song is from Ono's eighth solo album "Season of Glass", which was released in June 1981. The album was recorded only six months after Lennon's murder.
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Song ThemeThe track "She Gets Down on Her Knees" addresses women’s freedom and empowerment. Numerous Ono’s songs touch on feminist themes, as she is known for her feminist activism.
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Cover Art ImportanceThe cover of the "Season of Glass" album, which features this song, is notable. It depicts Lennon's blood-stained glasses, symbolizing the tragic event of his murder.
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Critical AcclaimThe song has been critically acclaimed for its depth and layered meanings. Critics often point to Ono's raw, poetic lyrics and innovative use of instrumentation.
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Alternative versionAn alternative version of "She Gets Down on Her Knees" is found on the Yoko Ono's compilation album "Walking on Thin Ice". It includes remixes of the song by different artists.
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Live Performances"She Gets Down on Her Knees" has been a regular part of Yoko Ono's live repertoire. She often reinvents the song in live performances, bringing in new elements and interpretations.
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Song GenreMusically, the song is an example of Yoko Ono's experimental approach to pop and rock music. It blends different styles and influences, from avant-garde to traditional Japanese music.
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InspirationWhile the specific inspiration for "She Gets Down on Her Knees" is not publicly explained by Ono, her lyrics often draw from personal experiences and socio-political issues, suggesting that this song might do the same.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "She Gets Down on Her Knees" did not individually chart, the "Season of Glass" album reached number 49 on Billboard 200, demonstrating the song was part of a commercially successful project.
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