Burdon left also this band and run back to stardome in the mid-70s with The Eric Burdon Band producing heavy rocking songs. He went on forming short-living groups such as Eric Burdon's Fire Dept. in 1980, another Eric Burdon Band in 1981, especially for a motion picture-starring role in Comeback for which he made the soundtrack and a reunion band with The Animals in 1983 to get back to the Mainstream Charts. The 1980s saw Burdon in genres such as heavy metal, new wave, pop, reggae, disco, blues, rock and roll, punk, funk and rap. He also published his album "I Used To Be An Animal" as well as his autobiography with the same title. He went on touring in stadiums as well as in small clubs around the world.
In 1990 he formed the Eric Burdon & Robby Krieger Band who toured mainly in America. They recorded some demo tapes, but never released them. In 1991 he toured the world again as Eric Burdon & Brian Auger Band. They released a double-live album, "Access All Areas" in 1993, showing versions of Burdon's old hits in new musical outfits, once again as a blues, metal, reggae and fusion performer.
In 1994 they got disbanded, Burdon got introduced into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, where he performed 1995 with Bon Jovi and created a new group of high-professional musicians, Eric Burdon's i Band. They disbanded in 1998 and he formed Eric Burdon & The New Animals. In 2003 they changed their name in Eric Burdon & The Animals, after some band changes. In 2004 the long awaited studio-album "My Secret Life" was released and brought him back into the mainstream charts and in late 2005 the live album "Athens Traffic Live" was released.
Burdon formed a new band-line-up, also touring as Eric Burdon & The Animals. In January 2006 he released "Soul of a Man", with good critics worldwide. He wanted to create an album who is dedicated to the blues and rnb. Since then he toured the world without a break, always looking for new material, performing with other famous musicians.
Recently, Burdon wrote a screenplay called "Twisted Oliver" and is working on a new studio album. He turned down tours with War and Linkin Park in the last year, but it seems that the new year is bringing many surprises.
Many of his bands also used elements of speed metal, thrash metal, grindcore and death metal.
He's definitely one of the most important people in music history, while recording the first #1 hit with a length more than four minutes, "House of the Rising Sun", the most popular anti-vietnam song "We Gotta Get out of this Place", the first song recorded in stereo, "Sky Pilot" and the first latin rap in pop music, "Spill the Wine". His self-written rock song "Year of the Guru" (1968) proves that he created the first rap rock-song. His political environment can be seen in his multi-racial project with the band War from late 1969 to early 1971. In 2008 he reunited with the band at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Without his experimental vocals, hip hop, rap, heavy metal, rock, pop and rnb would have a completely different face.
His singing style and music also influenced artists such as Joe Cocker, The Doors, Deep Purple, The Brute Chorus, Ted Nugent, Janis Joplin, The Sonics, Steppenwolf, Chester Bennington, Bruce Springsteen, The Black Crowes, Tom Petty, The White Stripes, Ryan Adams, John Mellencamp, The Compulsive Gamblers, The Vines, Julian Thome, The Hives, MC5 and many more.
In November 2008 the magazine Rolling Stone ranked him #57 on their list of the Best Singers of all Times.
Formations:
The Animals & Sonny Boy Williamson (December 30, 1963)
The Animals (1964 - September 1966, 1976, 1983/84)
Eric Burdon & The Animals (1967 - 1968)
Eric Burdon & War (1969 - 1971)
Eric Burdon & Jimmy Witherspoon (1971)
The Eric Burdon Band (1973 - 1975)
Eric Burdon's Fire Department (1980)
Eric Burdon, Robbie Krieger & Friends (1990)
Eric Burdon & Brian Auger Band (1991 - 1993)
Eric Burdon's I Band (1995 - 1998)
Eric Burdon & The New Animals (1999 - 2002)
Eric Burdon (1976 - ...)
Devil and Jesus
Eric Burdon Lyrics
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The Devil and Jesus
The Devil and Jesus Controlling my soul
They fight with each other
But I pay the toll
For years they′ve been fighting
For a piece of my mind
Which one will win
The Devil and Jesus
I have to agree
Each one, in my heart, has planted its seed
But I'm no different from any of you
I look at myself
And I see them there too
The Devil and Jesus
Be careful my friend!
Which side you feed
The monster inside soon will be revealed
(Talkin′ 'bout the Devil and Jesus)
Now don't be a fool
And say it′s not true
Either the Devil or Jesus
Will tell you what to do
The Devil or Jesus
That you keep confined
There is always the danger
Of losing your mind
The Devil and Jesus (repeats)
(Talkin′ 'bout the Devil and Jesus)
In the song "Devil and Jesus" by Eric Burdon, the lyrics explore the internal struggle between good and evil, represented by the Devil and Jesus. The singer acknowledges that both forces have an influence over his soul and engage in a constant battle for control. The Devil represents temptation, darkness, and negative impulses, while Jesus symbolizes goodness, righteousness, and moral guidance.
The lyrics suggest that the singer, like all humans, is not immune to these conflicting influences. He confesses that both the Devil and Jesus have planted their seeds within his heart, indicating that he holds both good and evil within him, just like anyone else. The fight between these opposing forces is ongoing, and the singer pays the toll for their struggle.
The song's message carries a warning to the listener to be mindful of which side they feed, as the monster inside, referring to the darker impulses, will eventually reveal itself. It emphasizes the importance of making conscious choices and remaining aware of the consequences of one's actions. Whether it is the Devil or Jesus, the singer suggests that following either one will determine an individual's path and actions.
Overall, "Devil and Jesus" serves as a reminder of the constant battle between good and evil within ourselves and the choices we make that shape our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
The Devil and Jesus
The opposing forces of good and evil, both represented by the Devil and Jesus
The Devil and Jesus Controlling my soul
The constant battle between these forces influencing and controlling my inner self
They fight with each other
The ongoing conflict between these opposing entities
But I pay the toll
I bear the consequences and suffer the effects of this internal struggle
For years they've been fighting
This battle has persisted for a long time
For a piece of my mind
Each seeking dominance over my thoughts and beliefs
Which one will win
The question of which force will ultimately triumph
And leave the other behind
Leaving one force victorious while the other is vanquished
I have to agree
I must acknowledge the presence and influence of both the Devil and Jesus
Each one, in my heart, has planted its seed
Both forces have deeply ingrained themselves within my being
But I'm no different from any of you
I am not unique in experiencing this internal struggle
I look at myself
Upon introspection and self-reflection
And I see them there too
I realize the presence of these conflicting entities within myself
Be careful my friend!
A warning to exercise caution
Which side you feed
Be mindful of which force you nourish and give power to
The monster inside soon will be revealed
The choice of which force to nurture will determine the emergence of one's true nature
Now don't be a fool
Do not act ignorantly or unwisely
And say it's not true
Denying the existence or impact of these opposing forces would be unwise
Either the Devil or Jesus
One of these forces, either malevolent or benevolent
Will tell you what to do
Will guide and dictate one's actions and choices
That you keep confined
The force that one suppresses and restricts
There is always the danger
A perpetual risk or threat
Of losing your mind
The potential for mental instability or chaos
The Devil and Jesus (repeats)
Reiteration of the ongoing battle between these forces
(Talkin' 'bout the Devil and Jesus)
Referencing and discussing the conflict between the Devil and Jesus
Writer(s): Gregg Sutton, Eric Burdon
Contributed by Logan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mike Bratcher
If you believe Jesus is the Son of God, born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, died on the cross for your sins, paid for your sins with his blood, arose from the dead on the third day, and ascended to Heaven to sit a the right hand of God, making intercession for us fallen creations, then you are FREE. The price for your freedom was paid in full by The Savior with his atoning blood! The chains are broken! The war is over! The victory is won!
NOTHING you do can separate you from the love of God. Relax, enjoy, love, and live. He's got it covered!
Please don't engage in unnecessary spiritual battles that bring out the crooked, pointing, rotting finger of condemnation that always tries to falsely accuse, and judge a sanctified soul. The "accuser" lies! That's just what the enemy loves: tortured, troubled souls. Remember, the war is over! By the grace of Almighty God we are completely free.
When you are reborn through faith into the family of God, you become his sons and daughters forever. For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, YOUR GOD'S ETERNALLY! NOTHING OR NO ONE CAN CHANGE THAT! That is the coolest, most wonderful thing I could possibly imagine. The creator of the universe loves me so much that he came into this sinful World and died so I can be eternally free. What a deal! I'll take that one any day of the week, and twice on Sunday! Thank you Jesus!
Sure, I still struggle sometimes. We all do. We are a fallen creation. Sinfulness in the very marrow of our bones. However, we have eternal hope. Hope is something this World has very little of these days. One day, this sinful body will be transformed into the perfect glorified body we'd all like to have. It won't age, or get sick, or hurt, or die. That is going to be one GREAT DAY! Rejoice! There's a better day a'comin!
Oh yeah, I've been loving Eric Bourdon and his music since the middle 60s. What a tremendous talent! Thank you Eric for the wonderful treasure you've shared with us down through the decades.
Patrick Muth
This man and voice just goes on and on and on, transcending time and space. God Bless this man and May he Continue to Live in His Mastery!!
Aurelia Tribegurl
This man's voice and looks are powerful, sounds like a minister of the Word to me.
Chris Cameron
Even Yesus had the 666 in him!
Hit Wave Music
Less than 700 subscribers on his youtube channel, yet he sang one of the most iconic songs ever... house of the rising sun.
Katy
He made Rising Sun his; no one will ever forget it. But over the years after the old Animals era, I remember being floored by Sky Pilot. A big change for him. Definitely been interesting watching him both evolve, stick to some common threads and with many fans doing so right along with him
Видео-Мастерская Игоря Алексеева
Моё восхищение! Благодарю за эту песню 😃
Darla Tidwell
God is great. Preach it brother Burdon. ✌❤
Mahaan Saadhak
Great tune!
Juan Pablo Vidal Melo
MAGISTRAL ❤
Jean Claude Rodriguez
Quelle voix le vieil animal rugit encore .Monsieur Eric au mieux de sa forme et d'excellents musiciens .Great