Knowledge (song)
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Knowledge is a song by the ska-core band Operation Ivy. It was written by lead vocalist Jesse Michaels and appeared on the album Energy.
[edit] Meaning and musical style
Knowledge is about a person who is going through growing pain and who feels like he doesn't know anything. Knowledge includes a sing-along-like chorus and a short guitar solo. It clocks in at one minute and forty-four seconds.
[edit] Popularity and covers
Knowledge is one of the more popular songs by Operation Ivy, and has been covered by many artists, including a notable cover by fellow Berkeley punk rockers, Green Day, on their Slappy EP. When Green Day performs the song live, fans are invited to come onstage and play instruments. The Aquabats also recorded a cover for the Operation Ivy tribute album Take Warning. Millencolin also recorded the song.
[edit] Personnel
- Tim Armstrong - guitars, background vocals
- Jesse Michaels - lyrics, lead vocals
- Dave Mello - drums, background vocals
- Matt McCall - bass, background vocals
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