1) A pseudonym o… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, six artists known as Rockwell.
1) A pseudonym of Kenneth Gordy, from Detroit, Michigan: The son of Motown Records' founder, Berry Gordy, he changed his name so as to avoid charges of nepotism, wanting to make it in the music business on just his talent. He signed to Motown as a solo artist without his father's knowledge, taking his name from his high school band. His first single, the Michael Jackson-esque "Somebody's Watching Me". which featured backing vocals from both Michael and Jermaine Jackson, shot into the Top Ten, hit number one on the R&B charts, and also was RIAA certified as Gold.
Only then did he reveal his true identity. This, however, was his peak of success; his follow-up single fizzled, as did his next album. He continued to base his songs on themes of paranoia and spying, singing tracks such as "Obscene Phone Caller" and "Peeping Tom". Though receiving some airplay, Rockwell mostly faded from the public view and concentrated on working with his father.
A cover of "Somebody's Watching Me" by the dance act Beatfreakz was released in the U.K. in March 2006, peaking at number three on the U.K. Singles Chart. Yet another cover version of the song came out, by the heavy metal band Warmen, in 2005. The Swiss 90is artist DJ Bobo's first Hit was also a cover version of "Somebody's Watching Me". He turned it to "Somebody Dance With Me".
2) Thomas Green– aka ROCKWELL– has without question been one of the most exhilarating talents to come out of the drum and bass scene in recent times. His distinctive sound has seen him release on the likes of Digital Soundboy, Renegade Hardware, Critical and Darkestral, before signing exclusively to Friction’s Shogun Audio imprint.
Tracks such as ‘Underpass’, ‘Reverse Engineering’ and ‘4U’ have highlighted ROCKWELL as one of the most original and talented producers in bass music today. His productions are painstakingly constructed, beautifully arranged and thoughtfully mastered. Each track offers unique textures seldom heard in electronic music- let alone drum and bass- and his unmistakable signature sound is one of the few that works just as well in the living room as in the club.
2012 has seen ROCKWELL start the build-up to his debut album, due in early 2013. Tune of the year so far ‘Tripwire’ and ‘Constantcomplexrhythmicsound’ are bona fide dancefloor destroyers, whilst forthcoming remixes of Jubei and Netsky hint at a future away from the constraints of 170bpm.
As a DJ, ROCKWELL is starting to build a reputation for his eclectic sets, exemplified by his MoS and Rinse shows, and by his increasing tendency to drop Rustie tracks in his sets. Behind the decks as in the studio, you’re always kept guessing as to what he’s going to pull out of the bag next.
3) A German rock band:
4) An early power electronics group that had releases on Broken Flag.
http://www.rockwell-dezibel.de/band.htm
5) Early works of a Dutch (Amsterdam) collective of electronic/ hip-hop musicians (including designer Piet Parra) are recorded under the name Rockwell. Limited availability.
6) A Hungarian rock band formed in 1979, featuring many members of later well-known Hungarian rock and heavy metal bands such as bass guitarist Imre Molnár (Irigy Hónaljmirigy), drummer László Tarca (Pokolgép), vocalist György Pazdera (Pokolgép as bass guitarist), or bass guitarist/vocalist Endre Paksi (earlier: Pokolgép; later: Ossian as vocalist only).
Knife
Rockwell Lyrics
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With your softness in the night
My wish was your command
Until you ran out of love
I tell myself I'm free
Got the chance of living just for me
No need to hurry home
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will I ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
You cut away the heart of my life
When I pretend
Wear a smile to fool my dearest friends
I wonder if they know
It's just a show
I'm on a stage
Day and night I go through my charades
But how can I disguise
What's in my eyes?
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will I ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
You cut away the heart of my life
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh
I've tried and tried
Blocking out the pain I feel inside
The pain of wanting you
Wanting you
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will I ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will I ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
You cut away the heart
Of my life
"Knife" is a song by Rockwell that was released in 1984. The lyrics of the song convey the pain and heartache experienced by the singer after a breakup. He reminisces about the person that he was once in love with. The song begins with the singer reminiscing about his ex-lover, and how she touched his life with her softness in the night. He remembers how she was everything to him, and how his wish was her command. However, things changed when she ran out of love, and he was left alone. He tells himself he's free to live life just for himself, and he doesn't need to rush home now that she's gone.
The chorus of "Knife" portrays the depth of pain and damage that the breakup caused. The knife is a symbol of the pain that he feels, and the cut is deep. The lyrics suggest that the pain might never heal, and he's deeply wounded. The singer acknowledges that he's tried to block out the pain, but it's still there.
The song is a representation of how a breakup can leave someone feeling helpless and in pain. The song conveys the emotions that people feel after a relationship ends, and how much it can impact their lives. It's a song that many can relate to and understand.
Line by Line Meaning
You touched my life
You came into my life and had a significant impact on me
With your softness in the night
You showed me tenderness during my vulnerable moments
My wish was your command
You attended to all of my needs and fulfilled all of my desires
Until you ran out of love
Until the time you stopped reciprocating the same love
I tell myself I'm free
I try to convince myself that I am liberated from the pain and memories
Got the chance of living just for me
I have the opportunity to start a new life and live it for my own self
No need to hurry home
There is no rush to get back to an unfulfilling and unsatisfactory love life
Now that you're gone
Now that you are no longer a part of my life
Knife
The pain and hurt I feel inside
Cuts like a knife
The agony I am experiencing is excruciating
How will I ever heal?
How will I ever recover from this trauma?
I'm so deeply wounded
The injury has penetrated deep into my heart and soul
You cut away the heart of my life
You took away the essence and meaning of my life
When I pretend
When I put on a façade
Wear a smile to fool my dearest friends
I pretend to be happy in front of my close friends
I wonder if they know
I am uncertain if they can see past my pretense
It's just a show
It is all an act or performance
I'm on a stage
I am in a constant state of performance
Day and night I go through my charades
Every moment of the day, I am acting and pretending
But how can I disguise
But how can I hide
What's in my eyes?
The pain and suffering that is reflected in my eyes
I've tried and tried
I have tried to move on and forget
Blocking out the pain I feel inside
I have tried to numb the pain I feel internally
The pain of wanting you
The pain of still longing for you
You cut away the heart
You destroyed the very core of my being
Of my life
Of my existence and purpose
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MITCH BOTTLER, NORMA HELMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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You touched my life
With your softness in the night
My wish was your command
Until you ran out of love
I tell myself i'm free
Got the chance of livin' just for me
No need to hurry home
Now that you're gone
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will i ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
You cut away the heart of my life
When i pretend
Wear a smile to fool my dearest friends
I wonder if they know
It's just a show
I'm on a stage
Day and night i go through my charades
But how can i disguise
What's in my eyes?
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will i ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
You cut away the heart of my life
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh...
I've tried and tried
Blocking out the pain i feel inside
The pain of wanting you
Wanting you
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will i ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
Knife
Cuts like a knife
How will i ever heal?
I'm so deeply wounded
You cut away the heart
Of my life
You cut away the heart
Of my life
Of my life
@MrJakecucciniello
I’m a 34 year old English man who absolutely adores this song. My mum used to play when I was a child and I loved it. I spent years looking for it (before the internet) and nobody knew what I was on about. It’s refreshing to see so many people from around the world who know this song too.
It seems such a rare song to know.
This song is a masterpiece and speaks to me so deeply and desperately.
@rachran7229
I'm a 43 years old asian women..i grow up also with song..my parents have the cassette i'memory of love' nclude this song, i was often listening till even i dont understand the meaning 😊 later i still listening till my college but through the radio..and start feel the song deep inside, it cuts me...
Many years I cut myself from listening any love/sad/songs ....
Now i found my self feeling this song again
@ibabechanel
"....and speaks to me so deeply and desperately." ----- This is how music should make you feel, my dear passionate man.
@claertonarcoverde7053
Great comment, English man .👍🇧🇷
@rhea_0302
not so rare as you think. Ii was the first blues I danced !! With a boy I just met,a boy out of a dream!!! I adore it too!!!!!!
@VickyPradhan-tb2rd
I am from India Shillong Meghalaya and listening to this song and loving it
@VickyPradhan-tb2rd
This was my eldest brother's favourite song when he was alive and used to blast it every morning.
This song brings back so many memories ❣️❣️❣️
@kamalbilen7622
may his soul rest in peace
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아주 잘 부른답니다.
사랑하는 사람이 생기면
멋지게 불러주고 싶어여~❤😊😊
@OneFreeSoul1
Gosh...so nice! Reminds me of my time in the Marines. I was deployed overseas in the Philippines. This song was playing everywhere. Got us in our feelings. We were supposed to be partying. Great times and great song. ❤️