I Hear You Knocking - Dave Edmunds

> I hear you knockin, but you can't come in!

In early 1971, **Dave Edmunds**' cover of I Hear You Knocking surged to #4 on the charts, reviving a classic originally popularized by **Smiley Lewis** in 1955 and later by pop singer **Gale Storm**. Edmunds took a song deeply rooted in the blues and rock 'n' roll traditions and brought it back into the spotlight with his distinctive style.

[Smiley Lewis](https://youtu.be/xHFEwuVthHM ""), a master of the guitar and a soulful vocalist, epitomized the raw emotion and syncopated rhythms of the blues. From the heart of the Deep South, Lewis' music painted vivid pictures of work songs, spirituals, and tales of joy and sorrow, blending African and American musical traditions.

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**Transpose by -2**
**Tempo: 103 BPM**

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[Gale Storm](https://youtu.be/lmPnUYRxGSI ""), a multi-talented entertainer, also made her mark with I Hear You Knocking. Her version reached #2 on the pop charts in 1955, showcasing her ability to transition from television star to recording artist with remarkable ease.

Dave Edmunds brought new life to I Hear You Knocking by infusing it with the rock 'n' roll spirit of the fifties sound, a style admired by **Creedence Clearwater Revival** during their own rise to fame. Playing nearly all the instruments himself, Edmunds demonstrated his musical prowess and dedication to capturing the essence of the original while adding his unique touch, resonating with a generation rediscovering the roots of rock n' roll.