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Knock On Wood chords by
Otis Redding
Otis Redding
Carla Thomas
Carla Thomas
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Key: E major
Verse 1
D
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I don't want to

lose you, this good thing
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That I got 'cause if I do

I will surely,

Surely lose a lot.
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'Cause your love is better

Than any love I know.
Verse 2
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It's like thunder and lightning,
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The way you love me is frightening.

You better knock,
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knock on wood, baby.
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Verse 3

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I'm not superstitious about ya

But I can't take no chance.
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I got me spinnin', baby,

You know I'm in a trance.
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'Cause your love is better

Than any love I know.
Verse 4
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It's like thunder and lightning,
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D

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G

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The way you love me is frightening.
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You better knock, knock on wood,
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F#
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baby.
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It's no secret
Verse 5

about it,

That woman is my loving cup
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'cause she sees to it

That I get enough.
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Just one touch from here,
Outro 1

You know it means so much.
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Chords
  • D

  • G

  • A

  • Am

  • E

  • F#

    2

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Knock On Wood by Otis Redding, Carla Thomas is E major.

The primary chords used in Knock On Wood are E, A, B, Bm, F#, G#.

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Yes, this version uses open chords like E, A, B, Bm, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

The tempo of Knock On Wood is approximately 125 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of Knock On Wood using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Knock On Wood. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Otis Redding, Carla Thomas.

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Knock On Wood to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Knock On Wood by Otis Redding, Carla Thomas on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.