Shakedown may refer to: Shakedown (continuum mechanics), a type of plastic deformation Shakedown (testing), a period of testing undergone by a ship, airplane or other craft Extortion, a criminal act of coercion or intimidation for personal gain TitlesMusic: "Shakedown (Bob Seger song)", a number-one single in 1987 by Bob Seger "Shakedown", a song by Australian punk band Behind Crimson Eyes "Shakedown Street", a song by the psychedelic rock band The Grateful Dead "Shakedown", a song by Bl… (More on Shakedown)