Lana Del Rey - National Anthem (Demo)

[@chattywattypatty]

I really love this version of National Anthem I can't stop listening to it. That electric guitar really makes this song better.

[@cakecrumb095]

+Rani Lane Reminds me a bit of Iron Man.

[@Riahpiahs]

Right ! Ever since I found this I don’t really listen to the album version anymore.

[@gerardogarcia3378]

This version is more sassy/bitchy 💞

[@entropy8000]

The guitar and punchy faster beat, thats the one thing the actual album version is a slower beat with less punch (other than the first part after the violins) but it has its own personality but this is definitely more energy

[@aliciateller6544]

@@cakecrumb095 tjyv byt

[@littleperiwinkle8742]

lana should release 2 albums which is a need for lana stans
1.unreleased songs
2. Demo versions of the songs.

[@giannopoulouuu]

DEFINITELY

[@lanadelreyey]

demo of diet mountain dew PLSSSS

[@mysteriousmushroom6628]

WE NEED THIS ONEEE

[@Maurelin22]

@@lanadelreyey PLEASEEEEE

[@Kaleencall___]

NO I DON'T WANT THIS, I NEED THIS!

[@piercemarra8629]

the original sounds like old money, classy and wealthy. this sounds like new money, flashiness, and richness.

[@Aubooboojoann]

I agree full heartedly with this statement.

[@kysdie9979]

This is the demo, this isn't the original? 😭😭

[@noursaccount]

exactly

[@yallffs]

This is the original

[@AbuAfakski]

the studio version is lifeless

[@SmileyKatieex3]

i love when she says "summer's in the air baby heaven's in your eyes", it sounds like her speaking voice and not singing voice i kinda wish it was on the album version

[@biglittlelamb]

Katie Pond yeaaah!!-

[@angelical5386]

I looooove that part too lol like ugh so dreamy✨

[@Mountaind3w_fan]

Same

[@nikusha_ii]

do u still love lana?

[@ahmadtobas]

The reason I love this version so much!!

[@SunFlower-qx8dp]

Lana makes me feel pretty and popular with her songs

[@mia-us5qy]

Lmao can't relate more 😩🖐️

[@love4real684]

molto 🤩🤩😳

[@vampspears5249]

Sameee

[@holyshotatoman5801]

Your pfp is me when I listen to lana

[@ayakobaby]

EXACTLYYYY

[@ciciad2010]

That "red, white, blue is in the sky, summers in the air & baby heaven's in your eyes" is magical in this version 😭😭😭

[@loveinthematrix]

It gives me chills to this dayy

[@il6.43]

frrrr

[@savannah4496]

I love the blown out speaker sound

[@pootypootytangtang2]

Fr

[@emmi999]

me too it sounds so gritty and rough in an oddly satisfying way

[@damienx0x]

It's distortion

[@thejubilate]

I love this more than the album version, she just sounds so much more passionate. And the beat is very American, much like the typical "American Dream" she's trying to capture with the lyrics

[@LanaDelReyLover]

It's the same vocals, just different instrumental

[@cherries_and_wine]

Yeah, but this version is pretty cheerful, doesn't match with song's theme

[@BocolatePlays]

LanaDelReyLover actual when she says "red, white, blue is in the sky" it sounds a bit different

[@onota8527]

Makalya I was just gonna comment that

[@love-t9w9n]

I'm so sorry but I literally thought that your pfp was of a Titan from AOT! 😨💀

[@Grace-wr6nm]

She’s probably confused on why this is trending 9 years later Ahhdkfnfkntkn

[@AngelRamirez-uw4vf]

fr

[@7xbb]

@cdqlex：JOIN THE CULT OF LANA DEL REY😩😩💖💖💖🛐🛐 OR GET COOKED IN SOUP💖💖🛐🛐🛐😩😩SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM🛐🛐🛐😩💖💖

[@jameshammond7849]

@MEG that’s so unnecessary

[@Ali-ri2dx]

@MEG shut up get a life you social reject

[@kiana2642]

@@7xbb y e s

[@dramaticvirghoe]

I wish Lana made more songs like this we definitely need more upbeat songs from her 😭

[@soxxfiaa]

I love all her songs but I agree

[@Julian.Romero13]

If she goes upbeat then she'll be like every other American pop artist.

[@elainesexploration]

@@Julian.Romero13 so what

[@notyourdaughter]

born to die has since and will forever be my favorite album idc if ppl say its overrated😩

[@thodorv]

​@@elainesexplorationLana isn't a pop singer. But sometimes she'll make some more pop songs

[@PastelWorldDolls]

Why are her demos better than the album versions?

[@brookiecookie4352]

@@saintlanax Serial Killer is soooo good though

[@purinstar]

fr

[@peanut.buhtur]

her producers probably make her stick to her more softer quieter theme i hate how they time it down like no stopppp this would’ve been more of a hit if it were the studio version

[@lanadelreyfeed30]

Idk

[@012anon]

Because you havent heard them before and you already liked the songs

[@entropy8000]

This one is so catchy with that beat but the actual version is so beautiful and symbolic but this should be remixed and put on a compilation album. She honestly has enough discography to put on a compilation album with some remixed/remastered demos and unreleased songs it would be awesome

[@madhurimar8011]

I wish she would do that someday, it would be around 5-7 albums

[@morkygorky]

There's about 100 unreleased and they are ALL so good!! No filler tracks!

[@RomysDuran]

8 years later and I still love this version

[@jalilabelhadj-lx9td]

10 years now

[@nikusha_ii]

12 years later and still love this song

[@JM-uj4sm]

this demo has a super catchy bass and guitar but i’m happy she released the one she did, i think it’s more cinematographic and true to the 60’s era of americana

[@lailarosex12]

agree it fits more with the actual album

[@UMayProductions]

O this version is really raw, I like it.

[@cherrycola3604]

Omg can someone *PLEASE* put this over the official video?????

[@user-ig5wv1oq4k]

Cherry Cola I was just thinking this omg

[@vitorstina9335]

someone do it now

[@BADlDEA]

The demo has its own video wait

[@BADlDEA]

ua-cam.com/video/uSCtM-yh-AQ/v-deo.html

[@wlinse7095]

@@SergeySavin1992 о, русский)

[@nyanco1746]

i hope we get more rnb and rocker lana bc her demo tracks are always so much better imo 😭

[@jenniferg452]

Have u listened to serene queen and flipside ?

[@jenniferg452]

And dynamite ?

[@raina-u8l]

Iwure😮😮 0:19 😢😢 0:21 r😢😢e 0:24 tw

[@Riahpiahs]

I love the “yes of course I will my darling.” so much

[@aryaraj1152]

what's the time stamp for this

[@mysticmxxn]

it's originally from her unreleased song I want it all

[@CigAddict69]

​@@aryaraj1152 1:23

[@saba462]

Wow the chorus on this version is killer. What a cool demo, what a talent

[@guysimreallyary1223]

2:24 I can't explain why I love this part so much, I just love it

[@honey_mooon]

SAME BRO

[@Idontknowwhattoputtbh]

finding my old account pt2

[@charliekozak35]

I would sell my soul and life for a "Lana Del Rey in, Demo" album or an album with just her song demos.

[@ZafiraNadya]

So much better than the album version!

[@desirae1986]

@@eriklrdp yes ❤️

[@Karkatvantqs]

Yes yes 🙄💚🙏

[@mariinjw]

@@eriklrdp yes

[@usmc6270]

waaay better

[@kbasyt]

literally no

[@honeymoonforeverfree]

the drumroll in the beginning is so so good 😫😫

[@gaminggodkat]

This song screams warm summers, pool party, expensive resteraunts, pretty 4th of July sunsets while setting off fireworks

[@joaovictortc]

the guitar on the end, so amazing

[@Guertena]

yes of course i will my darling

[@donavindecora1603]

Jøhnnyká you noticed that too

[@Miiruunaa]

This demo is so elegant,powerful and it fits more the title of "National Anthem" .I love it

[@dragonboyt3541]

first saw the picture i didnt realise the arms hahahaahhaha

[@limpnoodle5516]

😂They weren't there before I read this

[@svalerie.001]

dawg i-

[@thanx01]

she has arms!!! let us rejoice!

[@m20047]

SAME I THOUGHT I WAS CRAZY 💀

[@roroo]

@@user-lrg3glm6rhdyv i just realized them i thought she was just standinf in front of the flag and wearing a longsleeve black shirt 😭

[@kupkakekrazi]

Finding a new Lana Del Rey demo is like finding gold in the mines✨

[@cinnamondear]

the guitar in this is EVERYTHING

[@xColorMySocks]

I was going through old mix CDs my friends used to make for me in high school and heard this version of the song. So glad I found it again 🤍

[@crunchyartsy]

this is so good i'm obsessed nearly 10 years later 😭

[@AntuDas]

This version is so addicting!

[@lillianrose3692]

This was my favourite song by Lana when I was in high school my goddddd I missed this.

[@LexlybutY]

“Money as the anthem, god you’re so handsome” part in this ver got me curling my toes and twirling my hair

[@LexlybutY]

Money is the anthem, god you’re so handsome* lol

[@Katara..aa6]

It sounds heaven with headphones🙏

[@jayde6666-lv4sv]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jalilabelhadj-lx9td]

Fact

[@reggie-tw8wi]

and without headphones

[@allysttms]

that bridge man. it feels thrilling. idk if thats the right word. the brass instruments make it sound so good too

[@dollette99]

0:48 RED WHITE BLUES IN THE SKY SUMMERS IN THE AIR BABY HEAVEN IS IN YOUR EYES 😍😍

[@laur444]

the intro to this song gives me sm serotonin

[@e.a.6403]

This sounds like pure power

[@LilyQuirino]

I love this versions, also the man's voice in the background. But I like also the demo of this demo, "I want it all"

[@goose.productions_music]

The electric guitar is just ❤️👌🥵

[@1Dchicogirl]

i have not stopped listening to this since I discovered it yesterday

[@sapodetenis]

i love this versionnnnnnnnnnn

[@tessarivera1522]

National anthem from born to die its OK, but THIS HITS DIFFERENT

[@indiroyle2685]

id sell my soul for lana to release this

[@taystrela]

I LOVE THIS VERSION SOOOO MUCH

[@flareofnyx]

it kinda sounds like tame impala took part in production

[@MaxOakland]

flareofnyx I think they would sound great together

[@flareofnyx]

i think so too!

[@katieidk]

i was thinking the same thing

[@waitaseq8833]

Ew . Don't compare .

[@flareofnyx]

@@waitaseq8833 lmaoo why

[@loveinthematrix]

This version is one of my favorite songs of all time.

[@Demi.d3mi]

This would've been another pop masterpiece if it were released this way.

[@damonwest1732]

This version hits different

[@liamiller1092]

I’m gonna say it...this version is way better

[@becca-et7fu]

Lyrics:
Money is the anthem of success
So before we go out, what's your address?
I'm your national anthem
God, you're so handsome
Take me to the Hamptons, Bugatti Veyron
He loves to romance 'em, reckless abandon
Holding me for ransom, upper echelon
He says to be cool but, I don't know how yet
Wind in my hair, hand on the back of my neck
I said, "Can we party later on?"
He said, "Yes, yes, yes..."
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Booyah, baby, bow, down, making me so wow now
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Sugar, sugar, how now? Take your body downtown
Red, white, blue is in the sky
Summer's in the air and baby, heaven's in your eyes
I'm your national anthem
Money is the reason we exist
Everybody knows it, it's a fact (Kiss, kiss)
I sing the national anthem while I'm standin'
Over your body, hold you like a python
And you can't keep your hands off me, or your pants on
See what you've done to me, King of Chevron
He said to be cool but, I'm already coolest
I said to get real, "Don't you know who you're dealin' with?"
"Um, do you think you'll buy me lots of diamonds?"
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Booyah, baby, bow, down, makin' me so wow now
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Sugar, sugar, how now? Take your body downtown
Red, white, blue is in the sky
Summer's in the air and baby, heaven's in your eyes
I'm your national anthem
It's a love story for the new age, for the sixth page
We're on a quick, sick rampage
Winin' and dinin', drinkin' and drivin'
Excessive buyin', overdose and dyin'
On our drugs, and our love, and our dreams, and our rage
Blurrin' the lines between real and the fake
Dark and lonely, I need somebody to hold me
He will do very well, I can tell, I can tell
Keep me safe in his bell tower hotel
Money is the anthem of success
So put on mascara and your party dress
I'm your national anthem, boy, put your hands up
Give me a standin' ovation
Boy, you have landed, babe, in the land of
Sweetness and danger, Queen of Saigon
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Booyah, baby, bow, down, makin' me so wow now
Tell me I'm your national anthem
Sugar, sugar, how now? Take your body downtown
Red, white, blue is in the sky
Summer's in the air and baby, heaven's in your eyes
I'm your national anthem
Money is the anthem, God, you're so handsome
Money is the anthem of success
Money is the anthem, God, you're so handsome
Money is the anthem of success
Money is the anthem, God, you're so handsome
Money is the anthem of success
Money is the anthem, God, you're so handsome
Money is the anthem of success

[@andrea-he6dh]

this version feels like the marilyn monroe side of jackie’s story

[@dmartinez5173]

tea

[@ivy-gi9gg]

oh my god yess

[@sophspice32]

thisss

[@wheatbread2028]

this feels so much more Lana

[@sweetmatches]

it's crazy how much better this version is

[@sudeth]

now i'm obsessed with this version!!

[@KyeWB]

I appreciate both versions 🤩🤌🏻

[@OGcornchipgirl]

Y’all - not only is this the ORIGINAL- she also used this version for the music video originally but it changed once the album came out. UNLESS THATS A DAMN MANDELA EFFECT TOO 🥺

[@ardenareclaimed57]

The US needs to change the National Anthem to this

[@daniela-gs]

this is my favorite version

[@lailarosex12]

1:50 is just magical in both versions but especially in this one 🙌

[@botteaustephane5135]

2023 still in love with this demo 😍

[@omg9261]

Absolutely love this version. Thank you.

[@ronni__]

that guitar at the beginning >>>>>>>

[@XMëltëdSñøwAudiosX]

I love this song sm 😭💗 i was looking for this version for so long

[@GrzdkugvAkdhukb]

"red white , blue is in sky summer's in the air and baby heaven's in your eyes" lana

[@mia-us5qy]

I really don't know why she didnt just release the demo, it's way better

[@fireemblem2770]

I don't listen to Lana Del Rey so I clicked on this expecting it to be her actually singing the national anthem

[@Sepeanaite]

😭💀

[@durian.electra]

Watch her sing happy birthday Mr president that's close enough

[@MURD3RDR0N3SFAN]

This is literally on loop, it's so good.

[@chrysogenmusic]

So, let's talk about the fact WHY almost everybody here supposes this demo is BETTER than the official version.
My opinion WON'T really go for this.
I have to admit that this version is good and kinda catchy.
But with a general look, releasing the OFFICIAL version is a brilliant choice for Lana.
That "modern and free American spirit" we can all notice in her songs isn't the true soul of this song - National Anthem. If you gain deep insights into the meaning of this song, you will have to reconsider. The story inside this song is like: "that girl who sees richness and money and fame shining inside her, with that wealthy man who starts to introduce her to a glamourous and luxurious lifestyle. Gradually, she begins to be a part of that materialistic world, she has changed. And finally, she has completely lost herself in that lifestyle, in money, in diamonds, in fame, in drugs... She is the "Queen of Saigon", the "fallen" queen...".
The song is actually symbolizing and evoking the "old heyday" history of that "Uncle Sam". About Saigon, it is the largest city in Vietnam which was invaded by the US during the period from 55' to 75' of the 20th century. Briefly, the land is full of wars, deaths, and severeness until 1975. So that explained the National Anthem's lyrics - 'the land of sweetness and danger'. Also, there's a line about Bell Tower Hotel, a vintage hotel, a historical proof witness throughout all the dark times of the city. But it's still standing after so many years, that's why she sang "Keep me safe in his Bell Tower Hotel". But Saigon is also a name of the past, it is no longer used because the history was too violent, tragic, and catastrophic, which makes that queen no longer exist. - She is now the queen of the past, of something that used to matter. The queen was replaced, it's gone but not forgotten.
Lana ends up by mentioning a "love story of the new age". This is what the world has come to... People are obsessed with pop culture, fame, and "material belongings". This crazed world of the famous is glamorized and the people in the spotlight often forget what's real in the end, all they have done is ruined their own lives...
- "We're on a quick, sick rampage
Winin' and dinin', drinkin' and drivin'
Excessive buyin' overdose and dyin'
On our drugs and our love and our dreams and our rage
Blurring the lines between real and the fake."-
As you can see now, this song is way imbued with these nostalgic, reminiscent, and wistful feelings and concerns.
First, the demo with these strong beats never goes along well with the lyrics and meaning. It also overpowers her voice and the instrumental sounds too "pop". Then if you just want something tuneful to listen to, yes, it's ok. But Lana's music is much more than that. It's music for the soul - music to feel to.
Second, the official instrumental has absolutely encapsulated the "dark and lonely" melancholy of Lana's feelings and also the Heroic melody like a real "National Anthem". Also with the music video, then we can see them all. This makes "national anthem" one of her best songs.
From all of the reasons and analyses above, the official version is actually better in all aspects.

*This is just my personal opinion*
____Thanks for reading___

[@Meccarox]

I agree.

[@dennydeees]

the fact that you took your time and wrote really in depth comment changed my mind

[@chrysogenmusic]

@@dennydeees thanks for your kind words. Actually, i'm so immersed in this meaningful song that i couldn't stop thinking about this. Also, there are some historical factors in the song that related to my country's history.

[@franz3810]

I was looking for this explanation

[@chrysogenmusic]

@@franz3810 Thanks for reading!

[@idkdude98]

Omg this version is superior

[@dyxi]

BEST DEMO VER CHANGE MY MIND ‼️‼️

[@vee11-11]

i wish the demo was also released. it would be nice just to have it there, i love it so much.

[@littlepinkballerina]

1:22 “yes of course i will my darling” 😻😻

[@ayeshtica]

Its a crime that this wasnt the official version

[@iridescence4897]

the guitar absolutely makes it better-

[@usuario7979]

Great version, sounds like 90’s second half & early 2000’s rock pop.

[@annefan1238]

the true national anthem of the world

[@SuperFlashDelirium]

Will forever be the best version

[@shorog-ma216]

Money is the reason we exist every body knows it it’s a fact XX

[@secretive5718]

I'll always love this song

[@justsomedagothur]

I love this vesion tbfh especialy the red, white, blues in the sky summes in the air and babys heavens in your eyes tone

[@fiachrajade]

omg how come I just heard this now??? this is so good❤❤

[@froggyfriggys1741]

I WAS LOOKING FOR THIS VERSION FOR ALMOST A FRICKING WHOLE YEARRR AAA

[@ilovemyself12233]

money is the anthem of success!

[@abby7335]

the production on this track is to die for

[@orangesheep7094]

I've always loved this song so much and now when it's trending on tik tok i feel like somebody stole a big piece of my heart

[@maiteanabalon6060]

samw

[@stargirl8444]

RIGHT

[@xe-no-xe-no]

literally how?? just let people listen and enjoy the music. and pls dont bring up the "cringe kids dance 2 song me sad" argument because that makes no sense literally just dont watch the tiktoks LOL?? i've never understood when people are upset when a song gets popular like what

[@EduardoHerrera-fr6bd]

yall really keeping this superiority and underground complex up

[@darkbl00mm]

she was literally part of tumblrcore music few years ago what are you mad about

[@cut3g1rl55]

This version is amazing I wish she used this one in the album

[@myaaparsons]

The drums and electric guitar😫😫

[@lanaedwards652]

I love you. You are my favorite singer. This song is very beautiful

[@dallinjames4891]

the way this version obliterates my entire body...

[@dmallow5442]

The demo is so much better.

[@bbmbaby]

@@mypasswordisredcarrot Yes!

[@noraamiri8020]

my favourite moment of this version is the beginning 0:01 and after the last chorus when the song is ending LOL where we just get this pure electric guitar. it drives me insnae its AMAZING.3:27

[@noraamiri8020]

money is the anthem of success

[@EllaOH]

her demos>>>

[@lizaram5017]

All demos before Born to Die album are so much better.

[@ElizabethandAddison]

Omg she needs to do more songs with the electric guitar this is so good!

[@Tonguendchic]

This is going to be the song playing when I come back from fighting in ww3 and I'm driving home with my girl in my Camaro

[@-lee7867]

PLZZ

[@t4stydiv4]

PLEASET-

[@ggagste8816]

I CANT DO THIS TODAY PLS-

[@otherkasaye2561]

@@t4stydiv4 LMFAOOO LANA DEL GAY JDKWJDKWJ

[@t4stydiv4]

@@otherkasaye2561 GAGSGF

[@Anonymous-wi6ig]

The guitars make this version so much better

[@sieun5459]

the electric guitar is killing me omg