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).
Somebodys watching me
Rockwell Lyrics
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Tell me who's watching.
Who's watching me?
I'm just an average man, with an average life.
I work from nine to five; hey hell, I pay the price.
All I want is to be left alone in my average home;
But why do I always feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone, and
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
And I have no privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Tell me is it just a dream?
When I come home at night.
I bolt the door real tight.
People call me on the phone I'm trying to avoid.
Well, can the people on T.V. see me.
Or am I just paranoid?
When I'm in the shower.
I'm afraid to wash my hair.
'Cause I might open my eyes
And find someone standing there.
People say I'm crazy.
Just a little touched.
But maybe showers remind me of
"Psycho" too much.
That's why. . .
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
And I have no privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Who's playing tricks on me?
Who's watching me?
I don't know anymore . . . are the neighbors watching
Who's watching?
Well, it's the mailman watching me: and I don't feel safe anymore.
Tell me who's watching.
Oh, what a mess. I wonder who's watching me now,
(WHO?) the I.R.S.?
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
And I have no privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Who's playing tricks on me?
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
And I have no privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I can't enjoy my tea.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
I want my privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Stop playing tricks on me
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
Rockwell's hit song "Somebody's Watching Me" is a catchy, spooky anthem about paranoia and feeling like one's privacy is being invaded. The singer is an average man with a rather mundane life, but he always feels like he's being watched, followed, and spied on. He can't even take a shower or have a cup of tea without feeling like he's being monitored or spied on.
The singer is plagued by doubts and fears, wondering whether it's his neighbors or the mailman watching him. He feels trapped and cornered, with nowhere to turn, and he doesn't know whether he's being too paranoid or if someone is really out to get him. The overall tone of the song is anxious and paranoid, as if the singer is always on edge and expects the worst to happen at any moment.
The song's lyrics tap into a universal fear of being watched or monitored, especially in our increasingly connected and digital world. It's easy to feel like someone is always watching us or tracking our every move, whether it's a government agency or a social media platform. Rockwell's song captures that feeling of unease and vulnerability, and it's no wonder that it's still a popular anthem today.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's watching?
The singer is questioning if there's anyone watching him.
Tell me who's watching.
The singer is seeking an answer to his earlier question about who's watching him.
Who's watching me?
The singer is reiterating the question about who may be watching him.
I'm just an average man, with an average life.
The singer is describing himself as a regular man with a regular life.
I work from nine to five; hey hell, I pay the price.
The singer notes that he works hard to make a living.
All I want is to be left alone in my average home;
The singer wants privacy in his home life.
But why do I always feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone, and
The singer feels like he's in a strange situation or place, which is not helping him feel comfortable.
I always feel like somebody's watching me.
The singer feels like he's being watched by someone all the time.
And I have no privacy.
The singer feels like he doesn't have any personal space or privacy.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
The singer repeats the feeling of being watched.
Tell me is it just a dream?
The singer is questioning whether this feeling is real or just a figment of his imagination.
When I come home at night.
The singer is describing his routine when he gets back home.
I bolt the door real tight.
The singer makes sure to lock his doors firmly for safety purposes.
People call me on the phone I'm trying to avoid.
The singer receives unwanted attention from people who he doesn't want to talk to.
Well, can the people on T.V. see me?
The singer questions if people on TV can monitor his activities.
Or am I just paranoid?
The singer questions his own mental state and whether his fears are unfounded.
When I'm in the shower.
The singer is describing another routine activity, taking a shower.
I'm afraid to wash my hair.
The singer is scared to wash his hair while he's in the shower, which suggests he's nervous and anxious all the time.
'Cause I might open my eyes and find someone standing there.
The singer is afraid he might open his eyes to find someone standing (or watching) him while he's in the shower.
People say I'm crazy.
The singer is aware that some people think he's crazy.
Just a little touched.
The singer acknowledges that he has some mental health issues.
But maybe showers remind me of 'Psycho' too much.
The singer has watched the movie 'Psycho' and is now scared of taking a shower.
That's why. . .
The singer is explaining why he feels like somebody's watching him all the time.
Who's playing tricks on me?
The singer is questioning if someone is intentionally 'playing tricks' on him to scare him.
I don't know anymore . . . are the neighbors watching?
The singer is unsure whether his neighbors are watching him.
Well, it's the mailman watching me: and I don't feel safe anymore.
The singer suspects that the mailman is keeping an eye on him and this makes him feel vulnerable.
(WHO?) the I.R.S.?
The singer suspects the IRS is monitoring him.
I want my privacy.
The singer reiterates that he desires privacy.
Stop playing tricks on me.
The singer demands that whoever is scaring him should stop.
Woh, I always feel like somebody's watching me.
The singer concludes the song with the same feeling of being watched.
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@puffpuffpassmako
Fun Fact: Michael denied his involvement in this song for YEARS since he was at the peak of his career and didn't want to hog all the limelight from Rockwell. That's why he doesn't appear in the music video or have his name mentioned in ANY of the song's titles or credits. He wanted it kept secret so Rockwell's career could take off. This song became a hit of Rockwell's and MJ didn't take a single ounce of credit for it. Absolute respect for MJ
@kagebuckets2197
Word but he can’t hide from us
@bellaangelo8064
Yea cuz its not mj i know the real singer
@Zanatos9
That explains it. I came to see if he did a cameo. Interesting.
@mackjeez
Absolutely wrong, where do you get your facts from?
Rockwell's father is Berry Gordy, he wrote many hit songs for The Jackson 5, Rockwell's sister Hazel was married to Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine at the time.
The truth is that Rockwell recorded a 3 track demo, he showed it to his father and the reply was pretty much don't quit your day job. When Rockwell was signed 6 months later to Motown his dad was pissed off.
Rockwell was close to Jermain not Michael because of the close familly ties through marriage, Jermaine had invited him over to the Jackson house for dinner, Rockwell stated his mission was to ask Jermaine to do the background vocals and chorus, after the meal was over the only person left in the dining room was Michael , so Rockwell asked him if he would listen to his new demo in order to get some pointers, he then proceeded sing it, Michael was so amazed he called the rest of familly to listen to it, Michael then coincidentally suggested to him that he needed background vocals and asked him if he had anyone in mind, Rockwell jokingly said to Michael "why don't you do it", Michael accepted and even recruited Jermaine.
As for why Michael and Jermaine where not credited that has nothing to do with Michael but Motown. Michal was suppose to be credited but Motown decided not to promote Rockwell’s relationship to his father or Michael, so they would release the track but without credit to the Jacksons, they would also tell Rockwell not to say his real name and never state that he's the son of Berry Gordy. They even made Rockwell have a fake English accent when speaking public since they did not want people associating him especially with his father. Motown was pretty much protecting their ass. One year later it came out that Michael was on the track and Rockwell was Gordy's son, it was major backlash, as the media called him a fake artist and that he got famous through familly connections, that was the end of his career.
@bellaangelo8064
Wrong
@jojoduck757
Michael: I don't want to take the credit, so pretend im not in it.
Also Michael: HEE HEE HEE (3:02)
@santacollins5325
😆💜
@sarararaxx
King of pop forever 😭
@clifbar8628
Lmfao 🤣😅
Awww Michael.😅