House of the Rising Sun

[Twocky61]

The song House of the Rising Sun is known to have been sung by the group the Animals but it was also sang by the band Frijid Pink

The difference to The Animals version Frijid Pink included an electric guitar intro

[I. R. Fincham]

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HOTRS is a traditional song of unknown authorship. Possibly 19th century, or early 20th century and maybe based on even earlier songs. There are many different versions, and it has been performed by many artists, both male and female. It is the story of a prostitute in a b rothel.

Most or all versions include the line "It's been the ruin of many a poor girl" even when the performer is male. The version by The Animals, however, changes it to "poor boy" which obscures the meaning of the song. Other than that, it's one of my all time top 10.

[amethyst]

Re: House of the Rising Sun

Great song by the Animals

[zabadak]

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Also a great version by Dylan.

The Animals' one hit #1 in the UK and was the longest such for some time!

[Pussywillow]

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Yeah I prefer the Animals version, too. It's one of the few songs from the 60's that still holds up well today.

[Twocky61]

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Bob Dylan?

Wasn't aware of that so I'll go look see on YT

[zabadak]

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Find it here

[Twocky61]

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Thanks Zabadak