The know how broke up in 2007.
Daniel Larusso Is Going To Fight!
The Know How Lyrics
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Some you forget and some that change your life
Thinking back to my past
There's always one that seems to last
Not talking about Ferris Bueller, not talking about Johnny 5
Talking about the greatest guy to take on the Cobra Kai
Daniel Larusso's going to fight
He was hurt and now he's alright.
She found a new guy and she did you wrong
Want revenge? Listen how
Corner her and shoot her
Not talking about a small flesh wound
Not talking about your nightstick
Talking about the crane kick into the forehead of this fine chick
Danielson, you need to use the crane
Wo oh oh oh oh we're gonna kick your punk ass!
If I couldn't fight would you still hurt me?
If I couldn't see would you try and cheat me?
If I didn't know, would you deceive me?
If I couldn't fight, would you try to hurt me?
The Know How's song "Daniel Larusso Is Going To Fight!" is an homage to the iconic 80s movie, The Karate Kid. The lyrics reference the main character, Daniel Larusso, and his battles against his rivals, the Cobra Kai. The song praises Larusso as the greatest guy to take on the Cobra Kai, and alludes to his signature move, the crane kick. The lyrics also touch on heartbreak, with the mention of a girl who has left the singer for a new guy. The song suggests revenge in a violent manner, with the line "corner her and shoot her," which serves as a reference to another scene in the movie where Larusso uses a hose to spray water into his bullies' faces.
Overall, the lyrics are playful and cheesy in typical 80s fashion, but they successfully capture the spirit of the movie and its protagonist. The song is infused with nostalgia, making it an anthem for those who grew up watching The Karate Kid.
Line by Line Meaning
Heroes come and heroes go
There are heroes that stay and heroes that don't.
Some you forget and some that change your life
Some heroes are easily forgotten while others have a significant impact on us.
Thinking back to my past
Reflecting on my previous experiences.
There's always one that seems to last
Out of all my past experiences, there's always one that remains fresh in my memory.
Not talking about Ferris Bueller, not talking about Johnny 5
I'm not referring to those heroes, but another one.
Talking about the greatest guy to take on the Cobra Kai
Referring to Daniel Larusso, who has taken on the Cobra Kai.
Daniel Larusso's going to fight
Daniel Larusso is going to engage in a fight.
He was hurt and now he's alright.
He was injured before, but he's doing well now.
Got a girl and now she's gone
In a relationship and now she's left him.
She found a new guy and she did you wrong
She cheated on him with another guy.
Want revenge? Listen how
If you want to exact revenge, listen to my advice.
Corner her and shoot her
Trap her and confront her about her wrongdoing.
Not talking about a small flesh wound
Not referring to a minor injury.
Not talking about your nightstick
Not referring to a type of weapon.
Talking about the crane kick into the forehead of this fine chick
Referring to the crane kick which targets the forehead of the woman who cheated on him.
Danielson, you need to use the crane
Daniel Larusso needs to use the crane kick.
Wo oh oh oh oh we're gonna kick your punk ass!
The artist is going to kick the butt of the woman who cheated on him.
If I couldn't fight would you still hurt me?
If I was unable to defend myself, would you still harm me?
If I couldn't see would you try and cheat me?
If I was blind, would you attempt to trick me?
If I didn't know, would you deceive me?
If I didn't have knowledge about a particular subject, would you lie to me?
If I couldn't fight, would you try to hurt me?
If I wasn't capable of fighting, would you still try to harm me?
Contributed by Parker V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
N. Middlebrook
I loved this song so much as a kid, it was on some comp, and to this day every time I watch cobra Kai this gets in my head. Fantastic band!!!
theo
love billy grier's sax solo!!! good song
Andy Jeter
It's the first version (in mp3 format) which I believe is also the version from their original demo cd with the "Steak and Shake" logo.
M.I.M.P. Videos
Aw man...I remember seeing this band years ago...I think the last time was VP South on Long Island to a packed place with some other bands that are no longer around. I miss those times and shows.
skacat330
Yah, I saw the Know How for the first time at this concert called "Happy Ska-lidays" they were awesome, I really got into them, then they broke up shortly after, too bad :(
Curtes Mitchell
This Won't Hurt a Bit one of the best ska cd ever
Lynn Corum-LaBoone
I'm going to miss them. :(
minameise
I really wish they would have done some more marketing and tour a little more. Right after I heard them in Tampa playing with The toasters and a few others, I thought they sounded the best out of everyone. Then they broke up, and it pissed me off. I was really liking their style.
BT
long live TKH
Nikola Cenic
nice very nice!!!