Shake a Hand explained

Shake a Hand
Artist:Faye Adams
B-Side:I've Got to Leave You
Recorded:1953
Genre:R&B/gospel
Label:Herald Records
Next Title:I'll Be True

"Shake a Hand" is a 1953 song written by the trumpeter and bandleader Joe Morris and originally recorded by Faye Adams,[1] whose version stayed number one on the U.S. Billboard R&B chart for nine weeks.[2]

Background

The song, which has a strong gospel feel throughout, depicts a reassuring new lover making promises: "Just give me a chance, I'll take care of everything.[3]

Cover versions

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Shake a Hand - Faye Adams | Songs, Reviews, Credits . . 2017-04-11.
  2. Book: Whitburn, Joel . Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942–2004. Joel Whitburn . 2004 . Record Research . 23.
  3. Web site: Shake a Hand. Songfacts.com. 28 May 2022.
  4. Web site: Red Foley - Shake A Hand / Stranded In Deep Water (Shellac) . Discogs.com . 2017-04-07 . 2017-04-11.
  5. Web site: Shake a Hand - Johnnie Ray | Song Info . . 2017-04-11.
  6. Web site: Arthur Rowe . Pat - Pat Boone | Songs, Reviews, Credits . . 2017-04-11.
  7. Web site: Shake a Hand By: Mike Pedicin Quintet . MusicVF.com . 2022-07-23.
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  10. Web site: Faye Adams . Rockabilly.nl . 1923-05-22 . 2017-04-11.
  11. Web site: Shake a Hand - Linda Hopkins,Jackie Wilson | Song Info . . 2017-04-11.
  12. Web site: Freddie Scott (2) - Are You Lonely For Me? . Discogs.com . 2017-04-07 . 2017-04-11.
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