Gigi De Lana is making her way to stardom, and in November 2023, she posted a music cover on YouTube that took the internet by storm. Her version of The Animals’ 1964 classic, “House of the Rising Sun,” has now racked up over 1.65 million views—and for good reason!
This song is not easy to sing, but Gigi and her band, Gigi Vibes, poured their hearts and souls into the performance, creating something truly out of this world. From the very first note, Gigi’s haunting a cappella intro sends chills down your spine. Then, as the band kicks in, their bluesy grooves mixed with hard rock distortions make for a sound that is absolutely electrifying.
Gigi’s powerful and fiery voice soars through the song, effortlessly hitting every note and cutting through the dark, moody atmosphere of the track. The lead guitarist shreds an incredible solo, like a wave of molten lava flowing through the music. Every instrument blends perfectly, like a Frankenstein’s monster brought to life—only this monster isn’t scary, it’s epic! With their unique style, Gigi and her band transform the song into something completely fresh, making it sound like a brand-new hit for the modern world.
Even though this cover is blowing up on YouTube, it’s not even the most-watched video on their channel. Their rendition of Chaka Khan’s “Through the Fire” has an astonishing 57 million views, while their cover of Whitney Houston’s “Saving All My Love for You” has 21 million views. Gigi Vibes has released many covers, each racking up millions of views, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with in the music world.
Fans are completely amazed by Gigi’s version of “House of the Rising Sun.” Many older listeners, who have spent decades loving the original and other covers, are now saying that Gigi’s version is one of the best they’ve ever heard. One fan commented, “I’ve listened to this song since the ‘60s, but Gigi’s version? It’s something else! Pure magic!”
Gigi De Lana, whose real name is Mary Gidget Orfano dela Llana, grew up in the Philippines and fell in love with music at a young age. As a teenager, she competed on the second season of “Pop Star Kids,” showing off her talent early on. Years later, during the pandemic, she began posting pop covers on YouTube, which quickly went viral. Now, she has an impressive 2.27 million subscribers, and her popularity continues to rise.
In 2021, Gigi released her first single, “Sakalam,” and in 2022, she dropped her debut album under Star Music. Her hard work paid off in 2023 when she won the Aliw Award for Best Female Pop Artist. While Gigi and her band haven’t yet hit the charts, it’s only a matter of time before they do—and we at Notes Like These can’t wait for that moment!
If you want to hear more from this incredible band, make sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel for more amazing music. You can also follow them on Instagram for updates and performances. Gigi De Lana and Gigi Vibes are just getting started, and the world better be ready!
