About The Song
Released in 1965 as the opening track on their debut album of the same name, “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” by The Animals quickly solidified their position as a prominent band in the British Invasion era. The song’s raw energy and Eric Burdon’s passionate vocals captured the restless spirit of the times, resonating with a generation seeking to break free from societal constraints and limitations.
The lyrics of “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” paint a vivid picture of a suffocating environment, where the characters feel trapped and longing for escape. The repeated refrain, “We gotta get out of this place,” serves as a powerful mantra, expressing a shared desire for freedom and adventure. The song’s urgency is amplified by the driving rhythm and the band’s energetic performance, creating a sense of tension and anticipation.
Beyond its immediate popularity, “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” has endured as a timeless classic, transcending its original context. Its themes of rebellion, disillusionment, and the pursuit of a better life continue to resonate with audiences today. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the universal human longing for escape and the courage to break free from the chains of conformity.
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Lyrics
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Where the sun refuse to shine
People tell me there ain’t no use in trying
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 and tired
Watch his hair been turning gray
He’s been working and slaving his life away
Oh yes, I know it
He’s been working so hard
I’ve been working too babe
Every night and day
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
We gotta get out of this place
If its 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 and tired
Watch his hair been turning gray
He’s been working and slaving his life away
I know
He’s been working so hard
I’ve been working too babe
Every day baby
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
We gotta get out of this place
If its 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 its 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