Inspired by a real person "My Sharona"

"My Sharona" was written by Doug Fieger, the lead vocalist of The Knack, and Berton Averre. Fieger wrote the song about his real-life girlfriend at the time, Sharona Alperin. The song's lyrics and energetic delivery reflect Fieger's infatuation with her. "My Sharona" is the opening track on The Knack's debut album titled "Get the Knack," which was released in 1979. The album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart and eventually achieving platinum certification. Despite the success of "My Sharona," The Knack struggled to replicate its initial triumph with subsequent releases. However, the band continued to tour and release music throughout the years, and their influence on power pop and rock music remains significant.