Doug Fieger who fronted The KNack and who co-wrote their biggest hit “My Sharona” died today after a long battle against Cancer.

“My Sharona” was The Knack’s debut single and went on to be their biggest hit (most of us are hard put to remember any of the others). It was released in 1979 and was reported to be the biggest single of the whole of the 70s. As can be imagined a hit of that size without similar follow ups is a mixed blessing. Especially coming so early in their career it was something of an albatross, even if it was a golden one.

I really like the song. It is, of course, the second best pop single of all time. The best being Another Girl by the Only Ones…..

The Knack Live Play the Second best EVER Single

Copying is the HIghest Form of Praise….. HammerFall

NOW, The Best Single EVER

And Live

You know, I really must write about the songs that change lives. There are two examples here and there are so many. Any suggestions?

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