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The Economics of Everyday Things: “My Sharona”

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The Rise of 'My Sharona'

This chapter explores the creation of the hit song 'My Sharona' by The Knack, detailing the band's early struggles and the transformative moment that led to their breakthrough. It also examines the complexities of record label contracts and the economic realities faced by musicians in the late 1970s.

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