The Knack was an American rock band that emerged in the late 1970s. Their musical style primarily revolved around power pop and new wave, with a strong emphasis on catchy hooks and melodies. They are best known for their debut single, "My Sharona", which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for six weeks and became an iconic hit of the era. The band, consisting of members Doug Fieger, Berton Averre, Prescott Niles, and Bruce Gary, significantly influenced the power pop genre and left an undeniable mark on the late 20th-century rock scene.