I believe this song originated in the 1920s. Generally its said the House of the Rising Sun was a brothel, but it would have included gambling and liquor, and it's the singer's "ball and chain".....he learned from his father. He's on the platform, one foot on the train headed back to that place of sin and misery from which he cannot free himself. And Eric Burdon is amazing, there's no other word.
Almost certainly earlier. It was first published in 1925, but it was old enough by then that the writer was unknown on publication. Its possible that the tune maybe centuries old. The lyrical references to New Orleans indicate an American origin, but its probable that the Rising Sun reference comes from England, potentially suggesting an import from England in colonial times to America, and a later update within America. Potentially suggesting an origin in the 18th century or earlier. Some of the early performers of the song indicate that it was one their grandparents had learnt from others in the mid 19th century. Thus we have compelling evidence to suggest that the song was over a century or more older before the Animals recorded it. Still the Animals version is wonderful.
Actually it's older than the 1920s. It goes back to the late 1800s and the original version was meant to be sung by a woman(the song was about a woman working as a prostitute in the house of the rising sun). The animals had to cut parts of the song out so it would make sense for a man to sing it. I actually prefer the original version. It's worth a listen IF you can find it.
@@adamcashin4021no the house of the rising sun was a fairly famous brothel in the 1800s. It was called the house of the rising sun because it had a rising sun motif carved above the door. It probably originated in the mid to late 1800s and the original version was meant to be sung by a woman and was a woman warning other women not to end up a prostitute like she did. The animals had to cut parts of the song out so it would make sense when sung by a man. Personally I prefer the original cause the story is much clearer in it. It's worth a listen if you can find it.
@@markcarpenter6020 Yes the 'the Rising Sun' may refer to a brothel in England, potentially Lowestoft; or a Pub. I only stated that the 'the Rising Sun' may indicate an initial English origin (I didn't say why; as there are a couple of different interpretations). Which if true would suggest the songs initial version was very old as the tune was likely established in America by the mid 19th Century. However the English origin interpretation is based on the similarity between an English folk song first attested in the mid-20th century, that referenced the Rising Sun as a brothel. Its entirely possible that the English Folk song was inspired by the American tune. When it comes to traditional songs, identifying the age and origin can be impossible, as the songs have no consistent lyrics and are updated over-time. If we take the Animals lyrics as fixed, then the references to 'He stole my new blue jeans' would place the lyrics after 1871 when Levi Strauss invented the rivetted pocket Jeans that became known as 'blue Jeans' (whilst Jeans without the blue reference is older). But lyrics were likely simply added over time, so this wouldn't prohibit an early origin. We must also consider that the Sun insignia was a sign of the French monarchy, and this may well indicate that the Rising Sun was a locale in French New Orleans. As with all traditional songs exact origins are impossible to establish. We can determine that the song was wrote prior to 1925 when it was first published and we have evidence from those who published it that the song was already old by then, but beyond that its a case of interpretation. And that will always be subjective.
What a great review. I love hearing you enjoy this song for the first time. I"m older than you and remember this song on the classic rock stations. It was pretty good when I was a teenager but now in my early 50's I can really appreciate the artistry of the song. One of the greatest vocal performances ever and done in 15 minutes, in one take, with no autotune. Freaking legend!
This song has history and is considered a traditional standard. The Animals took their turn and added their flavour to it. This has become the definitive version. When they go off on one with the organ kicking up a storm it is epic. If you like blues music then you will love all their stuff. (BTW. they are from England).
Ive watched a lot of reactions to this track and yours is by FAR my favourite!!! Most people react with.. "That voice", "that organ" "THAT VOICE!!!" "He's white???" 😂❤
British Band. Eric Burdon (singer) was great friends with Jimi Hendrix. The night Jimi was found by his girlfriend dead, first person she called was Eric. He's 82 years old and still performs.
My late Dad use to sing This song to me when I was a Baby...... Explains a lot about Me🃏🤣😂😅 Oh Lord,Dad did love to gamble,so Did Mum.They♠️♣️♥️♦️ KEPT me 🤣😁
It's quite a haunting song, isn't it? It's an old song and several versions have been made but the Animals put that almost creepy intensity to it. That organ playing and his voice... oh, his voice!! It's an old folk song about a real place in New Orleans. I think it was a whorehouse, named after the Madame.
A real place in New Orleans but mostly a refuge and home for women with no future.......disowned by family, widowed, ex convicts etc..... back then, women didn't have paid jobs . . They either got married, lived in sin, stayed at home, went to jail , sold their body ( to so called gentlemen ) or starved to death.
Considering the rising sun and other references to the east, i always wondered if this was an opium den. A brothel wouldn't have a ball and chain like a drug might. But what the hell do i know?
I’ve heard this many times in my 54 years and never bothered to understand the lyrics. It’s appeal was more the 60s vibe I guess, like in the background when drinking. But that’s cool too 💃🕺
5 finger death punch do a great version of the awesome tune and this tune is my dad go to tune on the karaoke he loves it great reaction island girl. should have a listen to black Sabbath WARPIG say a lot about war
actually, you can look it up. "The House of the Rising Sun" is a nickname of a prison in New Orleans. At least it was. Did not say if it was still standing today.
A great band but they never came close to matching its success again, and by September '66, the band had split. There was another twist. The single's royalties, assigned to Alan Price as sole arranger, left a lingering bitterness. Alan Price was the band manager and he played the keyboard piano not a nice bloke.I don't know if it got sorted out but Eric Burdon the singer did punch him in the face he was not happy.If you would like a masterpiece im my judgement is the band YES one of my top bans of all time and I'm a big fan of this band. If you have the time it is a long song but magic.Yes - Awaken - Live in Birmingham 2003.And Birmingham England aka Brum."The House of the Rising Sun" is a traditional folk song, sometimes called "Rising Sun Blues". t could be referring to a jail when interpreting the lyrics but there are also historical documents showing proof of buildings in New Orleans called “Rising Sun.” In the 1820s, before it burned, there was a hotel called the Rising Sun located on Conti Street in the French Quarter.All good fun cheers and stay safe young lady.
Listen to the : The Castaways, Liar Liar. Desmond Dekker, Israelites, 007. Altered Images, See those eyes. The English Beat, Save it for later. Joy Division, Love will tear us apart. Modern English, I melt with you.
The band is from Newcastle. Eric Burdon went on to form a few bands, Chas Chandler is the man who 'discovered' Jimi Hendrix and brought him to the masses. Hilton Valentine, the other guitarist used to play at my local pub in the late 1980s
I believe this song originated in the 1920s. Generally its said the House of the Rising Sun was a brothel, but it would have included gambling and liquor, and it's the singer's "ball and chain".....he learned from his father. He's on the platform, one foot on the train headed back to that place of sin and misery from which he cannot free himself.
And Eric Burdon is amazing, there's no other word.
Lead belly’s version is amazing !
Almost certainly earlier. It was first published in 1925, but it was old enough by then that the writer was unknown on publication. Its possible that the tune maybe centuries old. The lyrical references to New Orleans indicate an American origin, but its probable that the Rising Sun reference comes from England, potentially suggesting an import from England in colonial times to America, and a later update within America. Potentially suggesting an origin in the 18th century or earlier. Some of the early performers of the song indicate that it was one their grandparents had learnt from others in the mid 19th century. Thus we have compelling evidence to suggest that the song was over a century or more older before the Animals recorded it.
Still the Animals version is wonderful.
Actually it's older than the 1920s. It goes back to the late 1800s and the original version was meant to be sung by a woman(the song was about a woman working as a prostitute in the house of the rising sun). The animals had to cut parts of the song out so it would make sense for a man to sing it. I actually prefer the original version. It's worth a listen IF you can find it.
@@adamcashin4021no the house of the rising sun was a fairly famous brothel in the 1800s. It was called the house of the rising sun because it had a rising sun motif carved above the door. It probably originated in the mid to late 1800s and the original version was meant to be sung by a woman and was a woman warning other women not to end up a prostitute like she did. The animals had to cut parts of the song out so it would make sense when sung by a man. Personally I prefer the original cause the story is much clearer in it. It's worth a listen if you can find it.
@@markcarpenter6020 Yes the 'the Rising Sun' may refer to a brothel in England, potentially Lowestoft; or a Pub. I only stated that the 'the Rising Sun' may indicate an initial English origin (I didn't say why; as there are a couple of different interpretations). Which if true would suggest the songs initial version was very old as the tune was likely established in America by the mid 19th Century.
However the English origin interpretation is based on the similarity between an English folk song first attested in the mid-20th century, that referenced the Rising Sun as a brothel. Its entirely possible that the English Folk song was inspired by the American tune.
When it comes to traditional songs, identifying the age and origin can be impossible, as the songs have no consistent lyrics and are updated over-time. If we take the Animals lyrics as fixed, then the references to 'He stole my new blue jeans' would place the lyrics after 1871 when Levi Strauss invented the rivetted pocket Jeans that became known as 'blue Jeans' (whilst Jeans without the blue reference is older). But lyrics were likely simply added over time, so this wouldn't prohibit an early origin.
We must also consider that the Sun insignia was a sign of the French monarchy, and this may well indicate that the Rising Sun was a locale in French New Orleans.
As with all traditional songs exact origins are impossible to establish. We can determine that the song was wrote prior to 1925 when it was first published and we have evidence from those who published it that the song was already old by then, but beyond that its a case of interpretation. And that will always be subjective.
Eric Burdon's voice is amazing and the great Alan Price on keys.
You're right, modern music doesn't compare
What a great review. I love hearing you enjoy this song for the first time. I"m older than you and remember this song on the classic rock stations. It was pretty good when I was a teenager but now in my early 50's I can really appreciate the artistry of the song. One of the greatest vocal performances ever and done in 15 minutes, in one take, with no autotune. Freaking legend!
🥰🥰
Eric is in his 80's now and he still performs
This song has history and is considered a traditional standard.
The Animals took their turn and added their flavour to it. This has become the definitive version.
When they go off on one with the organ kicking up a storm it is epic.
If you like blues music then you will love all their stuff.
(BTW. they are from England).
Ive watched a lot of reactions to this track and yours is by FAR my favourite!!!
Most people react with.. "That voice", "that organ" "THAT VOICE!!!"
"He's white???"
😂❤
Eric Burden amazing voice 😃
And people are always shocked to hear they are English
Loved your reaction ❤ it really is a masterpiece
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British Band. Eric Burdon (singer) was great friends with Jimi Hendrix. The night Jimi was found by his girlfriend dead, first person she called was Eric. He's 82 years old and still performs.
My late Dad use to sing This song to me when I was a Baby...... Explains a lot about Me🃏🤣😂😅
Oh Lord,Dad did love to gamble,so Did Mum.They♠️♣️♥️♦️ KEPT me 🤣😁
Great song. Can't believe you have never heard. What a special treat for you. ❤🎉
Love you more mi Island Girl❤
Aww 🥰
So great song that even my easy piano cover sounds good!! 😉🎹🎹💥
Hi Island Girl
It's quite a haunting song, isn't it? It's an old song and several versions have been made but the Animals put that almost creepy intensity to it. That organ playing and his voice... oh, his voice!! It's an old folk song about a real place in New Orleans. I think it was a whorehouse, named after the Madame.
A real place in New Orleans but mostly a refuge and home for women with no future.......disowned by family, widowed, ex convicts etc..... back then, women didn't have paid jobs . . They either got married, lived in sin, stayed at home, went to jail , sold their body ( to so called gentlemen ) or starved to death.
Great reaction honey.
Nice reaction video 😊
Glad you enjoyed🥰🥰
This song has been a favorite since my childhood.❤
Another awesome reaction vedio.
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Considering the rising sun and other references to the east, i always wondered if this was an opium den. A brothel wouldn't have a ball and chain like a drug might. But what the hell do i know?
Here is one you should listen to by a 12 year old boy called Neil Reid in 1971 and the song is called MOTHER of MINE
Wow amazing great reaction video
Thank you so much 😁🥰
I’ve heard this many times in my 54 years and never bothered to understand the lyrics. It’s appeal was more the 60s vibe I guess, like in the background when drinking. But that’s cool too 💃🕺
5 finger death punch do a great version of the awesome tune and this tune is my dad go to tune on the karaoke he loves it great reaction island girl. should have a listen to black Sabbath WARPIG say a lot about war
I lived in a pub in 1964 and it was played over and over on the jukebox, I can't stand it now
Lol I can imagine not wanting to hear it anymore. Have a good one🥰🥰
actually, you can look it up. "The House of the Rising Sun" is a nickname of a prison in New Orleans. At least it was. Did not say if it was still standing today.
Love songs with a story. Thank you for sharing this ❤
That whole thing was recorded in one take without special effects!
Did you find anything about the movie Haywire?
Hi aran how are you? Hope all is well 😊
Yeah, I'm good
Eric Burden was great. 😅
😊👋
The house of the rising sun is a brothel innit. Think about and spell the last word differently. House of the Rising Son. Weheeey. X
A great band but they never came close to matching its success again, and by September '66, the band had split. There was another twist. The single's royalties, assigned to Alan Price as sole arranger, left a lingering bitterness. Alan Price was the band manager and he played the keyboard piano not a nice bloke.I don't know if it got sorted out but Eric Burdon the singer did punch him in the face he was not happy.If you would like a masterpiece im my judgement is the band YES one of my top bans of all time and I'm a big fan of this band. If you have the time it is a long song but magic.Yes - Awaken - Live in Birmingham 2003.And Birmingham England aka Brum."The House of the Rising Sun" is a traditional folk song, sometimes called "Rising Sun Blues". t could be referring to a jail when interpreting the lyrics but there are also historical documents showing proof of buildings in New Orleans called “Rising Sun.” In the 1820s, before it burned, there was a hotel called the Rising Sun located on Conti Street in the French Quarter.All good fun cheers and stay safe young lady.
Listen to the : The Castaways, Liar Liar. Desmond Dekker, Israelites, 007. Altered Images, See those eyes. The English Beat, Save it for later. Joy Division, Love will tear us apart. Modern English, I melt with you.
🙏👍🫶👏
The house of the rising sun was a gambling house...
Ok kool thanks for letting me know🥰
The band is from Newcastle. Eric Burdon went on to form a few bands, Chas Chandler is the man who 'discovered' Jimi Hendrix and brought him to the masses. Hilton Valentine, the other guitarist used to play at my local pub in the late 1980s
Alan Price is a mackem.