Every member of the band contributed to the writing of tracks for the album, and the album is the first where all duties were divided between the band members. On some of the tracks regular bass player Andy Bell handled guitar, while Gem Archer and Noel Gallagher contributed bass to other songs. Don't Believe the Truth is the first Oasis record to feature the drumming of Zak Starkey, who replaced Oasis' longtime member Alan White.
Liam also had a larger impact on the album by his developing songwriting. Noel has said that this album is his favourite of Oasis' last four, because all members have contributed to it. This, he claims, has given it a different feel to a typically Noel-written Oasis album.
The band embarked on a massive world-wide tour that started off at the London Astoria for their Don't Believe the Truth Tour, visiting 26 countries and playing to 2 million people. This resulted in the making of Lord Don't Slow Me Down, a film later released on DVD.
Turn Up the Sun
Oasis Lyrics
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Everywhere I go
Over the border
And back to the snow
So if you see me
And I look right through
You shouldn't take it
As a reflection on you
Come on, turn up the sun
Turn it up for everyone
Love one another
Love one another
The boys in the bubble
Want to be free
They got so blind
That they cannot see
Well I'm not your keeper
I don't have your key
I got a piano
I can't find the sea
Come on, turn up the sun
Turn it up for everyone
Love one another
Love one another
Come on, turn up the sun
Turn it up for everyone, yeah
Love one another
Love one another
In this song, "Turn Up the Sun" by Oasis, the lead singer, Liam Gallagher, tells us about the madness that he carries around with him wherever he goes. He talks about it in a way that suggests it's like a curse or a burden he can't escape from. The imagery used of crossing over the border and back to the snow reinforces this idea that it's something he can't shake off, no matter where he goes. He then goes on to say that if you see him and he looks through you, you shouldn't take it personally. This could be interpreted as a warning or apology to others as he knows his madness can make him seem distant or unapproachable.
The chorus, "Come on, turn up the sun, turn it up for everyone, Love one another," encourages us to feel a sense of unity and togetherness. It is a declaration of hope for the future, inviting us to lift each other's spirits and make meaningful connections. The lines "Love one another, Love one another" are repeated twice, emphasizing the importance of coming together and spreading love instead of hate.
Towards the end of the song, Liam introduces a new idea - the "Boys in the Bubble" - who want to be free but have become so consumed by their own power and privilege that they can no longer see clearly. This could be interpreted as a reflection on himself and the band's experience of fame and fortune. He is attempting to distance himself from this idea by proclaiming that he is "not your keeper" and "doesn't have your key." He then uses the imagery of a piano to suggest that he is trying to make beautiful music, but he is struggling to find his way. Overall, this is a powerful anthem that encourages us to come together and spread love, even in the midst of our own struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
I carry a madness
I have my own issues and problems
Everywhere I go
No matter where I am, I can't escape these issues
Over the border
Even when I travel to new places
And back to the snow
Including when I return home
So if you see me
If you happen to spot me
And I look right through
And I seem distant or distracted
You shouldn't take it
Don't take it personally
As a reflection on you
It's not about you or anything you've done
Come on, turn up the sun
Let's brighten things up
Turn it up for everyone
For the benefit of all
Love one another
Let's focus on compassion and kindness
The boys in the bubble
Those who have isolated themselves
Want to be free
Desire freedom and to break out of their bubble
They got so blind
They've become unaware of their surroundings
That they cannot see
They don't realize what they're missing out on
Well I'm not your keeper
I'm not responsible for you
I don't have your key
I can't unlock or fix your problems
I got a piano
But I do have my own way of expressing myself
I can't find the sea
I'm struggling to find my own way in life
Come on, turn up the sun
Let's stay positive
Turn it up for everyone, yeah
Let's share the love with everyone
Love one another
Compassion and kindness is what we need
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc
Written by: Andy Bell
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