Don't Look Back In Anger
(Acoustic) Oasis Lyrics
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Don't you know you might find
A better place to play
You said that you'd never been
But all the things that you've seen
Will slowly fade away
So I start a revolution from my bed
Step outside, summertime's in bloom
Stand up beside the fireplace
Take that look from off your face
You ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
And so Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
Her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
Take me to the place where you go
Where nobody knows if it's night or day
But please don't put your life in the hands
Of a Rock n Roll band
Who'll throw it all away
I'm gonna start a revolution from my bed
'Cause you said the brains I had went to my head
Step outside 'cause summertime's in bloom
Stand up beside the fireplace
Take that look from off your face
'Cause you ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
So Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as she's walking on by
My soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
So Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
Her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
So Sally can wait
She knows it's too late as she's walking on by
My soul slides away
But don't look back in anger
Don't look back in anger
I heard you say
At least not today
"Don't Look Back in Anger" is a song by the English rock band Oasis. The song is widely considered as one of the band's greatest songs and is often regarded as a defining track of the Britpop era. The song was written by Oasis's guitarist and primary songwriter, Noel Gallagher. The song is a mid-tempo ballad featuring acoustic guitar and piano. Lyrically, the song is about letting go of the past and moving on from the bitterness of previous conflicts. The famous line "So Sally can wait" is thought to reference The Beatles' "She's Leaving Home".
The opening lines of the song, "Slip inside the eye of your mind, don't you know you might find a better place to play", suggest a release from the present moment to an inner space where one can explore new possibilities. The singer is urging the listener to escape from the mundane reality and seek a better place, perhaps in their mind. The phrase "Don't look back in anger" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of forgiving and moving on from past difficulties. This line arguably represents the core message of the song: a plea to let go of anger and resentment and to find peace in one's heart.
The song's chorus is particularly catchy, with its opening line "So Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by" creating a sense of nostalgia and bittersweet reflection. The song's musical arrangement, which features a lush string section and a soaring chorus, adds to the melancholic mood. Overall, "Don't Look Back in Anger" is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners across generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Slip inside the eye of your mind
Take a moment to introspect and be mindful of your thoughts
Don't you know you might find
There's a potential for you to discover something greater
A better place to play
A more positive place to be in life
You said that you'd never been
You may have never physically been in a better mental state before
But all the things that you've seen
Your past experiences and perspective can influence your current state of mind
Will slowly fade away
Negative emotions and experiences can dissipate with time and a change in mindset
So I'll start a revolution from my bed
Small actions can have a big impact, even from the comfort of your own space
'Cause you said the brains I had went to my head.
An opinion or insult can be a catalyst for change
Step outside, summertime's in bloom
Better weather or a change in environment can inspire positivity
Stand up beside the fireplace
Take a moment to appreciate your surroundings and be grateful for what you have
Take that look from off your face
Let go of negativity and embrace positivity
You ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
Don't let others bring you down or destroy your spirit
And so Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
Regrets are inevitable, but it's important to keep moving forward
Her soul slides away
Losing someone or something important can be painful and disheartening
But don't look back in anger I heard you say
Let go of anger and embrace acceptance and forgiveness
Take me to the place where you go
Desire to find positivity and happiness
Where nobody knows if it's night or day
Desire to escape struggles and feel peace
But please don't put your life in the hands of a Rock n Roll band
Don't let external influences or temporary pleasures control your life
Who'll throw it all away
External influences can be fleeting and destructive
My soul slides away
Feeling lost, disconnected or fragmented within oneself
But don't look back in anger
Regret and anger won't lead to resolution or peace
I heard you say
A message of hope and inspiration to move forward with a positive outlook
At least not today
Acknowledge negative emotions, but let them pass without holding onto them
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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@TheMacQku
at the beginning I think that it is Imagine by John Lennon xx
@Opommi
I am going to 90s! does anybody wanna come with me?
@melian06
I was 14 when this song came out, we had to wait hours just to see this vid on MTV, we had no internet. I found the lyrics on a magazine, I ripped the page and put it on the wall, it was golden to me. We used to sing their songs while coming home from school. We didn't know but it was the best fckin time of our lives, thank you Oasis for growing up with us.
@JohnnyB15
This masterpiece is no longer a song - it is a hymn...
@gabrielguerramartinez698
Oasis you're the 90' Music!
@thesupercoldplayfan
sally can you please wait i'm listening to one of the best songs ever.
@FRMadferit
Soooooooo Sally can wait...
@angellazo3291
The best part 0:00-4:48
@Ersa1a
It's like these guys captured the soul of The Beatles and updated it to the 90's. They're one of the most awesome bands ever. When you listen to an Oasis song it's like they're completely in charge of your emotions.
@ARHemant
Noel Gallaghar says he doesn't understand these lyrics himself: "I get the odd night when I'm halfway through Don't Look Back In Anger when I say to myself 'I still don't know what these words mean!' I'm thinking what the... what the... 'stand up beside the fireplace'. Why? And all these kids will be singing it at the top of their voices with all their arms around each other and I kind of feel like stopping and going, 'Look, can somebody help me out here? Am I missing something?'" Epic!