About The Song
The Animals’ “We Gotta Get Out of This Place,” released in 1965, is a powerful and anthemic rock song that has become an enduring classic. Written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, the song’s defiant lyrics and gritty instrumentation make it a timeless anthem of rebellion and escape.
With its driving rhythm and impassioned vocals, “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” captures the frustration and yearning of young people looking to break free from the constraints of their environment. The song’s raw energy and emotive delivery resonate with listeners, inspiring a sense of defiance and determination.
Upon its release, “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” struck a chord with audiences, becoming a rallying cry for a generation seeking liberation and independence. Its success helped to solidify The Animals’ reputation as one of the most influential bands of the 1960s, and the song remains a beloved classic in the realm of rock music.
As we revisit “We Gotta Get Out of This Place,” we celebrate The Animals’ enduring legacy and the lasting impact of this iconic song. Its message of defiance and perseverance continues to resonate with listeners, reminding us of the power of music to inspire change and uplift the spirit.
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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
(Yeah!) He’s been workin’ so hard
(Yeah!) 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
(Yeah!) I’ve been workin’ too, baby
(Yeah!) 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
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