Knock On Wood
Cliffie Stone Lyrics
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This good thing
That I've got ′cause if I do
I will surely, surely lose a lot
'Cause her love is better
Than any love I know
It's like thunder and lightning
I better knock on wood, baby
I′m not superstitious about you
But I can′t take no chance
You got me spinnin', baby
Baby I′m in a trance
'Cause your love is better
Than any love I know
It′s like thunder and lightning
The way you love me is frightening
I better knock on wood, baby
It's no secret that woman
Fills my loving cup
′Cause she sees to it
That I get enough
Just one touch from her
You know it means so much
It's like thunder and lightning
The way your love is frightening
I better knock on wood
Baby, I better knock
Think I better knock on wood
Think I better knock on wood
Think I better knock on wood
Think I better knock, knock, knock
Think I better knock, knock, knock
The lyrics to Cliffie Stone's song "Knock On Wood" describe a deep fear of losing a good thing – a love that is better than any other love known. The singer in the song is not superstitious but believes that he cannot take a chance with this love. He cannot risk losing it, and so he better knock on wood. The specificity of the metaphor 'knock on wood' used in the chorus provides an insight into the singer's mindset, as he is searching for any sign of luck or good fortune.
The love described in this song has a powerful effect on the singer, overwhelming him to the point of being in a trance. Thunder and lightning are used to describe the power of this love, suggesting that it is both exciting and fearsome. The woman who is the object of the singer's love is described as someone who fills his loving cup, ensuring that he has enough. Her touch is transformative and means so much to the singer. He better knock on wood to ensure that he does not lose this amazing love that has brought him so much happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want to lose you This good thing That I've got 'cause if I do I will surely, surely lose a lot
The singer values his partner and doesn't want to lose the love that they share. He's afraid that losing her would mean losing a lot.
'Cause her love is better Than any love I know It's like thunder and lightning The way your love is frightening I better knock on wood, baby
The singer is amazed by the quality of his partner's love, which feels powerful like thunder and lightning. He feels lucky to have her and wants to make sure he doesn't lose her.
I'm not superstitious about you But I can't take no chance You got me spinnin', baby Baby I'm in a trance
Although the singer is not typically superstitious, he doesn't want to take any chances when it comes to his relationship with his partner. He feels intoxicated and entranced by her love.
'Cause your love is better Than any love I know It's like thunder and lightning The way you love me is frightening I better knock on wood, baby
The singer emphasizes how superior his partner's love is to any other he's experienced. He feels scared of losing it and wants to make sure he does everything he can to hold onto it.
It's no secret that woman Fills my loving cup 'Cause she sees to it That I get enough
The singer is grateful for his partner's love because it fulfills him and makes him feel complete. He knows she takes care of him and makes sure he gets everything he needs.
Just one touch from her You know it means so much It's like thunder and lightning The way your love is frightening I better knock on wood Baby, I better knock
The singer remembers the power of his partner's touch and how it affects him deeply. He wants to make sure he doesn't lose her love because of how much it means to him.
Think I better knock on wood Think I better knock on wood Think I better knock on wood Think I better knock, knock, knock Think I better knock, knock, knock
The singer recognizes the importance of knocking on wood to prevent bad luck, and he wants to express his commitment to his partner and his willingness to do whatever it takes to keep their love strong.
Contributed by Julia S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vertiian
Some of you have been listening to this since 1979. I'm just hearing it for the first time. I love it!
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@LaurenceTran
Never too late !!!!
@georgegriendlingjr3218
Even after all these years, I never get tired of hearing this song, it's timeless.
@BlackOps84
Same here🇮🇹👍
@jmslmonteiro
I agree with you!
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I love it!🎵💓🎵
@CathyL-yz4xe
This is Better than the original
@tomstamford6837
Or watching the video...