About the song
“We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” by The Animals is a timeless rock anthem that resonates with listeners for its themes of escape and longing for a better life. Originally released in 1965 as a single and later included in their album “Animal Tracks,” this iconic song has become a symbol of defiance and hope.
Written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” captures the frustration and yearning of young people trapped in dead-end jobs and suffocating small-town life. The song’s driving rhythm and Eric Burdon’s impassioned vocals convey a sense of urgency and determination, inspiring listeners to break free from their circumstances and pursue their dreams.
Upon its release, “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” became an instant hit, reaching #2 on the UK Singles Chart and #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Its commercial success solidified The Animals’ reputation as one of the leading bands of the British Invasion.
Beyond its chart success, “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” has become an anthem for generations of fans, resonating with anyone who has ever felt trapped or dissatisfied with their circumstances. Its inclusion in various films, television shows, and commercials over the years further cements its status as a rock classic.
As you listen to “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place,” you’ll be transported to a world of rebellion and defiance, swept away by The Animals’ electrifying performance and the song’s powerful message. Whether you’re reliving the frustrations of your youth or discovering this classic for the first time, “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place” is sure to strike a chord and leave a lasting impression on your soul.
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Lyrics
In this dirty old part of the city
Where the sun refused to shine
People tell me there ain’t no use in tryin’
Now my girl, you’re so young and pretty
And one thing I know is true
You’ll be dead before your time is due, I know
Watch my daddy in bed a-dyin’
Watched his hair been turnin’ grey
He’s been workin’ and slavin’ his life away, oh yes I know it
And I’ve been workin’ too, baby (yeah!)
Every night and day (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah!)
We gotta get out of this place
If it’s the last thing we ever do
We gotta get out of this place
‘Cause girl, there’s a better life for me and you
Now my girl you’re so young and pretty
And one thing I know is true, yeah
You’ll be dead before your time is due, I know it
Watch my daddy in bed a-dyin’
Watched his hair been turnin’ grey, yeah
He’s been workin’ and slavin’ his life away
I know he’s been workin’ so hard
Every day baby (yeah!)
Whoa!
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah!)
We gotta get out of this place
If it’s the last thing we ever do
We gotta get out of this place
Girl, there’s a better life for me and you
Somewhere baby
Somehow I know it, baby
We gotta get out of this place
If it’s the last thing we ever do
We gotta get out of this place
Girl, there’s a better life for me and you
Believe me baby
I know it baby
You know it too