“House Of The Rising Sun” by The Animals

“House of the Rising Sun” was originally a traditional folk song that’s been covered by various artists over the years. One of the most famous versions is by English rock band, The Animals. Their rendition is notable for its bluesy, rock arrangement and Eric Burdon’s distinctive vocals. The lyrics within tell the story of a person’s life that’s gone terribly wrong in the city of New Orleans.

The haunting and evocative nature of the song helped it top the charts in various countries around the world, including Spain, Finland, Canada, and the U.K.

On this very day, September 10th 1964, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From their self-titled album, here’s THE ANIMALS, with “HOUSE OF THE RISING SUN”…