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
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
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
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
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
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
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 🥺
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
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___
@@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.
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
I really love this version of National Anthem I can't stop listening to it. That electric guitar really makes this song better.
+Rani Lane Reminds me a bit of Iron Man.
Right ! Ever since I found this I don’t really listen to the album version anymore.
This version is more sassy/bitchy 💞
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
@@cakecrumb095 tjyv byt
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
Katie Pond yeaaah!!-
I looooove that part too lol like ugh so dreamy✨
Same
do u still love lana?
The reason I love this version so much!!
lana should release 2 albums which is a need for lana stans
1.unreleased songs
2. Demo versions of the songs.
DEFINITELY
demo of diet mountain dew PLSSSS
WE NEED THIS ONEEE
@@lanadelreyey PLEASEEEEE
NO I DON'T WANT THIS, I NEED THIS!
I love the blown out speaker sound
Fr
me too it sounds so gritty and rough in an oddly satisfying way
It's distortion
Lana makes me feel pretty and popular with her songs
Lmao can't relate more 😩🖐️
molto 🤩🤩😳
Sameee
Your pfp is me when I listen to lana
EXACTLYYYY
That "red, white, blue is in the sky, summers in the air & baby heaven's in your eyes" is magical in this version 😭😭😭
It gives me chills to this dayy
frrrr
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
It's the same vocals, just different instrumental
Yeah, but this version is pretty cheerful, doesn't match with song's theme
LanaDelReyLover actual when she says "red, white, blue is in the sky" it sounds a bit different
Makalya I was just gonna comment that
I'm so sorry but I literally thought that your pfp was of a Titan from AOT! 😨💀
She’s probably confused on why this is trending 9 years later Ahhdkfnfkntkn
fr
@cdqlex：JOIN THE CULT OF LANA DEL REY😩😩💖💖💖🛐🛐 OR GET COOKED IN SOUP💖💖🛐🛐🛐😩😩SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM🛐🛐🛐😩💖💖
@MEG that’s so unnecessary
@MEG shut up get a life you social reject
@@7xbb y e s
the original sounds like old money, classy and wealthy. this sounds like new money, flashiness, and richness.
I agree full heartedly with this statement.
This is the demo, this isn't the original? 😭😭
exactly
This is the original
the studio version is lifeless
Why are her demos better than the album versions?
@@saintlanax Serial Killer is soooo good though
fr
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
Idk
Because you havent heard them before and you already liked the songs
Omg can someone *PLEASE* put this over the official video?????
Cherry Cola I was just thinking this omg
someone do it now
The demo has its own video wait
ua-cam.com/video/uSCtM-yh-AQ/v-deo.html
@@SergeySavin1992 о, русский)
I wish Lana made more songs like this we definitely need more upbeat songs from her 😭
I love all her songs but I agree
If she goes upbeat then she'll be like every other American pop artist.
@@Julian.Romero13 so what
born to die has since and will forever be my favorite album idc if ppl say its overrated😩
@@elainesexplorationLana isn't a pop singer. But sometimes she'll make some more pop songs
8 years later and I still love this version
10 years now
12 years later and still love this song
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
I wish she would do that someday, it would be around 5-7 albums
There's about 100 unreleased and they are ALL so good!! No filler tracks!
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
agree it fits more with the actual album
2:24 I can't explain why I love this part so much, I just love it
SAME BRO
finding my old account pt2
I love the “yes of course I will my darling.” so much
what's the time stamp for this
it's originally from her unreleased song I want it all
@@aryaraj1152 1:23
i hope we get more rnb and rocker lana bc her demo tracks are always so much better imo 😭
Have u listened to serene queen and flipside ?
And dynamite ?
Iwure😮😮 0:19 😢😢 0:21 r😢😢e 0:24 tw
I would sell my soul and life for a "Lana Del Rey in, Demo" album or an album with just her song demos.
O this version is really raw, I like it.
Wow the chorus on this version is killer. What a cool demo, what a talent
the drumroll in the beginning is so so good 😫😫
first saw the picture i didnt realise the arms hahahaahhaha
😂They weren't there before I read this
dawg i-
she has arms!!! let us rejoice!
SAME I THOUGHT I WAS CRAZY 💀
@@user-lrg3glm6rhdyv i just realized them i thought she was just standinf in front of the flag and wearing a longsleeve black shirt 😭
So much better than the album version!
@@eriklrdp yes ❤️
Yes yes 🙄💚🙏
@@eriklrdp yes
waaay better
literally no
the guitar on the end, so amazing
This song screams warm summers, pool party, expensive resteraunts, pretty 4th of July sunsets while setting off fireworks
yes of course i will my darling
Jøhnnyká you noticed that too
the guitar in this is EVERYTHING
Finding a new Lana Del Rey demo is like finding gold in the mines✨
0:48 RED WHITE BLUES IN THE SKY SUMMERS IN THE AIR BABY HEAVEN IS IN YOUR EYES 😍😍
This demo is so elegant,powerful and it fits more the title of "National Anthem" .I love it
the intro to this song gives me sm serotonin
this is so good i'm obsessed nearly 10 years later 😭
This version is so addicting!
that bridge man. it feels thrilling. idk if thats the right word. the brass instruments make it sound so good too
it's crazy how much better this version is
it kinda sounds like tame impala took part in production
flareofnyx I think they would sound great together
i think so too!
i was thinking the same thing
Ew . Don't compare .
@@waitaseq8833 lmaoo why
“Money as the anthem, god you’re so handsome” part in this ver got me curling my toes and twirling my hair
Money is the anthem, god you’re so handsome* lol
This was my favourite song by Lana when I was in high school my goddddd I missed this.
1:22 “yes of course i will my darling” 😻😻
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 🤍
National anthem from born to die its OK, but THIS HITS DIFFERENT
It sounds heaven with headphones🙏
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Fact
and without headphones
that guitar at the beginning >>>>>>>
id sell my soul for lana to release this
This version hits different
This sounds like pure power
I used to be obsessed with this
The US needs to change the National Anthem to this
I LOVE THIS VERSION SOOOO MUCH
1:50 is just magical in both versions but especially in this one 🙌
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"
i have not stopped listening to this since I discovered it yesterday
"red white , blue is in sky summer's in the air and baby heaven's in your eyes" lana
this feels so much more Lana
This would've been another pop masterpiece if it were released this way.
I’m gonna say it...this version is way better
The electric guitar is just ❤️👌🥵
2023 still in love with this demo 😍
her demos>>>
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 🥺
i love this versionnnnnnnnnnn
money is the anthem of success!
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
this version feels like the marilyn monroe side of jackie’s story
tea
oh my god yess
thisss
I love this song sm 😭💗 i was looking for this version for so long
This version is one of my favorite songs of all time.
3:25 eargasm
Its a crime that this wasnt the official version
now i'm obsessed with this version!!
Absolutely love this version. Thank you.
The drums and electric guitar😫😫
BEST DEMO VER CHANGE MY MIND ‼️‼️
Completely obsessed with this version!!!
I really don't know why she didnt just release the demo, it's way better
this is my favorite version
WHAT IS THAT MELODDYY??
I don't listen to Lana Del Rey so I clicked on this expecting it to be her actually singing the national anthem
😭💀
Watch her sing happy birthday Mr president that's close enough
I appreciate both versions 🤩🤌🏻
I love this vesion tbfh especialy the red, white, blues in the sky summes in the air and babys heavens in your eyes tone
This is literally on loop, it's so good.
the production on this track is to die for
the guitar absolutely makes it better-
THIS EATS SO HARD
The bridge in this version is magical
my summer anthem
The guitars make this version so much better
the true national anthem of the world
Omg this version is superior
the electric guitar is killing me omg
1:26 "yes, of course I do my darling " ahhhh 🤌🤌
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___
I agree.
the fact that you took your time and wrote really in depth comment changed my mind
@@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.
I was looking for this explanation
@@franz3810 Thanks for reading!
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
money is the anthem of success
I refuse to listen to any version of this song besides this one
You made my earbuds tickle my ear
0:37 i love it
I love this so much
We need it on spotify
the way this version obliterates my entire body...
Listening to this on July 4th is different type of feel