What makes Get the Knack by The Knack notable?

'Get the Knack' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was particularly noted for its lead single 'My Sharona', which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for six weeks and became emblematic of the power pop genre. Its blend of catchy melodies and youthful themes influenced many bands in the emerging new wave movement. Released on June 11, 1979, 'Get the Knack' marked The Knack's debut album, arriving at a time when the band was gaining rapid popularity. Following their formation in 1978, they experienced a swift rise to fame, propelled by the success of their hit single 'My Sharona'. This album not only launched their career but solidified their place in the late '70s power pop scene.

Who is Get the Knack for?

Get the Knack works well if you're into catchy hooks for sing-alongs, steady pacing for casual listening and short tracks for quick enjoyment.

How many songs are on Get the Knack?

Get the Knack has 12 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Released 47 years ago this June

Get the Knack

The Knack · 1979

41 min · 12 tracks · new wave · power pop

Catchy power pop hooks and jangly guitars define this energetic debut, infused with youthful exuberance.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

catchy hooks for sing-alongs
steady pacing for casual listening
short tracks for quick enjoyment
consistent energy throughout the album

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 11, 1979, 'Get the Knack' marked The Knack's debut album, arriving at a time when the band was gaining rapid popularity. Following their formation in 1978, they experienced a swift rise to fame, propelled by the success of their hit single 'My Sharona'. This album not only launched their career but solidified their place in the late '70s power pop scene.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cars· The Romantics· Billy Idol

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Let Me Out 2:21
2 Your Number or Your Name 2:57
3 Oh Tara 3:05
4 (She’s So) Selfish 4:31
5 Maybe Tonight 4:03
6 Good Girls Don’t 3:09
7 My Sharona 4:55
8 Heartbeat 2:12
9 Siamese Twins (The Monkey and Me) 3:25
10 Lucinda 4:01
11 That’s What the Little Girls Do 2:43
12 Frustrated 3:52

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