Classic (The Knocks song)

"Classic" is a song by New York City-based electronic music duo The Knocks. Released on 17 September 2014 through Neon Gold Records and Big Beat Records, it was the main single from the duo's third extended play, entitled So Classic (2015). The vocals featured are by Crista Ru, the lead singer of alternative pop duo POWERS. It was written by Ben Ruttner, James Patterson, Mike Del Rio, and Crista Ru.

The music video which served as an accompaniment to the song was uploaded to The Knocks' official YouTube account and, as of early 2024, has been viewed over 7.5 million times. The video is modeled after the video game The Sims 4.

The song appears in “Crystal Clear”, Season 18, Episode 21 of the animated comedy series American Dad!

Credits

 * Assistant Mixing Engineer: Ryan Jumper
 * Mastering Engineer: John Horesco
 * Mixing Engineer: Miles Walker
 * Producer: The Knocks, Mike Del Rio
 * Programming: The Knocks, Mike Del Rio
 * Writer(s): Ben Ruttner, Crista Ru, James Patterson, Mike Del Rio