We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place

The British rock group The Animals released their first album in 1964, simply titled The Animals. Their first album featured Eric Burdon on vocals, Alan Price on keyboards, Hilton Valentine on guitar, Chas Chandler on bass, and John Steel on drums. In 1983, the five original members of The Animals, who had reunited in 1977, released one more album entitled The Ark. After a tour, The Animals broke up for good.

“Don’t Bring Me Down” is a song that was composed by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. The Animals recorded a single in 1966 and was the group’s first release with drummer Barry Jenkins replacing founding member John Steel. The song charted on the UK Singles chart and on the US Pop Singles Chart.

"Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" is a song that was written by Bernie Benjamin, Horace Ott, and Sol Marcuse for the American singer and songwriter Nina Simone. It was featured on her album Broadway Blues Ballads. The Animals recorded the song in 1964, and it became a transatlantic hit for them, charting on the US pop singles chart and on the UK Singles chart.

"The House of the Rising Sun" is a traditional American folk song, famously recorded by The Animals in 1964. The song narrates the story of a person's life gone awry in New Orleans, often interpreted as a cautionary tale about the dangers of gambling and vice. The Animals' version became a significant hit, marking a pivotal moment in the folk-rock genre and the British Invasion of music in America, reaching number one on both the UK and US charts.

"I'm Crying" is a song that was originally performed by the Animals and written by the group’s lead vocalist, Eric Burdon, and organist, Alan Price. The song was released as a single in 1964 and became their second transatlantic hit. The song is featured on The Animals on Tour their second American studio album.

"It's My Life" is a song by The Animals, released in October 1965. The song was written by New York City songwriters Roger Atkins and Carl D'Errico. It showcases the band's R&B style and became a significant hit during the 1960s. The lyrics express themes of individuality and living life on one's own terms, resonating with the youth culture of the time. The song was part of the music scene that included the Brill Building songwriters, highlighting the collaboration between different artists and songwriters in New York City.

“Riverside Country” is a blues that was featured on their comeback album Before We Were So Rudely Interrupted in 1977. This album was filled with cover songs, but this track was written by Eric Burdon, Alan Price, Hilton Valentine, Chas Chandler, and John Steel.

"Sky Pilot" is a notable song by Eric Burdon and The Animals, released in 1968. The track is featured on the album The Twain Shall Meet and is recognized for its length of 7:27, which led to it being split across both sides of its single release. The song's narrative centers around a military chaplain, referred to as the "Sky Pilot," who provides spiritual support to soldiers preparing for battle, emphasizing themes of war and morality The song is organized into three distinct movements: an introduction, a programmatic interlude, and a conclusion, showcasing a blend of rock and lyrical storytelling.

"Talkin' Bout You" is a notable song featured on their American debut album. Released in 1964, this track showcases the band's signature blend of rhythm and blues, characterized by Eric Burdon's powerful vocals and a raw, soulful intensity that defined the British Invasion sound. Their debut album charted on the Billboard Top LPs chart.

"We Gotta Get Out of This Place" is a rock song written by the American songwriters Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil. The Animals released the single in 1965. It became an iconic song of its type and was immensely popular with the US Armed Forces G.I.s during the Vietnam War. The Song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2011.

"White Houses" is a song that was released in 1968 and is the opening track of their psychedelic rock album, Every One Of Us. It is featured on their album Love Is. In 1995 Eric Burdon re-recorded the song, and it’s featured on the album Absolutely the Best.