The Animals, a British Invasion band popular in the 1960s, released a music video for their hit single “House of the Rising Sun” in 1964.The song “House of the Rising Sun” is a traditional folk song also called “Rising Sun Blues.” It tells the story of a person’s life turning bad in New Orleans and urges listeners to avoid the same fate. Many versions of the song also include a warning to siblings, parents, and children.

The Animals’ version of this song became groundbreaking and legendary, and it hit number one in the UK pop single charts on July 3, 1964, which is now 60 years ago. The song, with its strong rhythm and memorable lyrics, remains a popular classic and continues to be celebrated today.