Wonderwall
•Oasis Lyrics
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That they're gonna throw it back to you
By now you shoulda somehow
Realized what you gotta do
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do, about you now
Backbeat, the word was on the street
I'm sure you've heard it all before
But you never really had a doubt
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do about you now
And all the roads we have to walk are winding
And all the lights that lead us there are blinding
There are many things that I
Would like to say to you but I don't know how
'Cause maybe, you're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all, you're my wonderwall
Today was gonna be the day
But they'll never throw it back to you
By now you shoulda somehow
Realized what you're not to do
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do, about you now
And all the roads that lead you there were winding
And all the lights that light the way are blinding
There are many things that I
Would like to say to you but I don't know how
I said maybe, you're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all, you're my wonderwall
I said maybe (I said maybe)
You're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all, you're my wonderwall
I said maybe (I said maybe)
You're gonna be the one that saves me (that saves me)
You're gonna be the one that saves me (that saves me)
You're gonna be the one that saves me (that saves me)
The song "Wonderwall" by Oasis tells the story of a person who is desperately in love with someone who is oblivious to their affections. The lyrics encourage this person to take action and pursue the relationship because they believe that the two are meant to be together. The opening lines "Today is gonna be the day, That they're gonna throw it back to you," suggest that the singer is waiting for an opportunity to express their feelings to the object of their affection. The words "Throw it back" imply that there has been some kind of silence or rejection in the past, and the singer hopes that this time their love will be reciprocated.
The chorus of the song, with the repeated line “Maybe, you’re gonna be the one that saves me, and after all, you’re my wonderwall” is a declaration of love and hope. The singer seems to have a strong belief that this person will be the one to bring happiness and completeness to their life. The term "wonderwall" is a bit ambiguous and its exact meaning is open to interpretation. Some suggest that it may be a metaphor for a protective barrier that the person being addressed has built around themselves, and the singer is hoping that they will let down their guard and let the singer into their life.
Overall, "Wonderwall" is a heartfelt plea for love and connection, and the song’s driving rhythm and catchy melody make it a favorite amongst fans of alternative rock.
Line by Line Meaning
Today is gonna be the day
Today is the day when something significant is going to happen
That they're gonna throw it back to you
That someone is going to return something to you that you lost or gave away
By now you should've somehow
At this point, you should have realized something important
Realized what you gotta do
Figured out what actions you need to take
I don't believe that anybody
I think it's unlikely that anyone
Feels the way I do, about you now
Feels the same intense emotions towards you as I do at the moment
Backbeat, the word was on the street
There was gossip or rumors going around
That the fire in your heart is out
That your passion or drive has diminished
I'm sure you've heard it all before
I am certain that you have been told this many times in the past
But you never really had a doubt
But you were always confident in yourself despite what others said
And all the roads we have to walk are winding
The paths we need to take in life are complex and unpredictable
And all the lights that lead us there are blinding
The opportunities or choices that steer us in a certain direction can be overwhelming
There are many things that I
There are numerous thoughts or feelings that I
Would like to say to you but I don't know how
But I am struggling to express them to you properly
Because maybe, you're gonna be the one that saves me
Perhaps you will be the person who rescues me from my troubles
And after all, you're my wonderwall
Because, ultimately, you are my source of comfort or protection
Today was gonna be the day
Today was supposed to be the day when something significant happened
But they'll never throw it back to you
But unfortunately, the thing you lost or gave away will never be returned to you
Realized what you're not to do
Understood what not to do in order to avoid further problems
I said maybe, you're gonna be the one that saves me
I mentioned earlier that you may be the one who rescues me
And after all, you're my wonderwall
Because, after everything, you are still my source of comfort or protection
you're gonna be the one that saves me
You will be the person who rescues me from my troubles
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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@kkidrauhl
Today is gonna be the day
That they're gonna throw it back to you
By now you should've somehow
Realized what you gotta do
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do about you now
Backbeat the word was on the street
That the fire in your heart is out
I'm sure you've heard it all before
But you never really had a doubt
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do about you now
And all the roads we have to walk are winding
And all the lights that lead us there are blinding
There are many things that I would like to say to you
But I don't know how
'Cause maybe
You're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all
You're my wonderwall
Today was gonna be the day
But they'll never throw it back to you
By now you should've somehow
Realized what you're not to do
I don't believe that anybody
Feels the way I do
About you now
And all the roads that lead you there are winding
And all the lights that light the way are blinding
There are many things that I would like to say to you
But I don't know how
I said maybe
You're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all
You're my wonderwall
I said maybe
You're gonna be the one that saves me
And after all
You're my wonderwall
I said maybe
You're gonna be the one that saves me
You're gonna be the one that saves me
You're gonna be the one that saves me
@angelicakestin3755
Nostalgia is possibly one of the best and worst feelings ever
@kiyagetahun8052
Agreed
@CanadianHunter69
@@patrickbateman7802 you grow up and lose your youth, friends die, you get hurt and struggle to be an adult in a myriad of scenarios life throws...then you remember some time you heard this, when you were a teen and all the things you've been through were still ahead of you...in other words, life hits you
@ReeceyW
Jeez this describes how this song feels to me so frickin well
@angelicakestin3755
Patrick Bateman nothing major, just the overwhelming feeling that I can never relive moments. Every time I hear this song it’s like a time machine to many years back to when I’d listen to this every day. Times with no pandemic, or stress, times from long ago that remind me just how precious life really is. You really never realize how fast it passes except in hindsight. Once it’s gone, there’s no getting it back so cherish every moment :)
@willbongiorno7381
never listened to this song but it gives me serious nostalgia
@jessicamessica839
The national song of people learning how to play guitar
@HeroblueDS
Dx
@n00n79
Slow ride is also a common beginners song
@Ledwow
i thought that was smoke on the wire