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 someone going through growing pains 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 musical trio Green Day on 1,039/Smoothed Out Slappy Hours. 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