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Song Introduction – “The House of the Rising Sun” by The Animals
“The House of the Rising Sun” is a classic folk-rock song famously performed by the British band The Animals in 1964. Often considered one of the first songs to popularize folk rock, it features Eric Burdon’s powerful vocals and a haunting organ riff that gives the track its dark, emotional atmosphere.
The song tells the story of a person whose life has been ruined by gambling and bad decisions, symbolized by a mysterious house in New Orleans known as the “Rising Sun.” While the song’s exact origins are unclear, it is believed to be a traditional folk ballad dating back to the 18th or 19th century, passed down through generations before The Animals gave it new life.
The Animals’ version became an international hit, topping the charts in the UK, US, and many other countries. It remains a timeless piece of music history, widely praised for its raw emotion, bluesy arrangement, and influence on rock music.
