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Song by Faye Adams
"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
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