The band released two albums Different Gear, Still Speeding in 2011 with a second, BE, released in 2013. The band has received general acclaim for their music by Oasis fans, with Q claiming that their debut album is the best Liam has performed on since (What's the Story) Morning Glory?.
They split up in 2014.
Members:
Liam Gallagher – lead vocals, piano
Gem Archer – guitar
Andy Bell – guitar
Chris Sharrock – drums
Jay Mehler – bass
Touring members:
Jay Darlington - keyboards
Shine a Light
Beady Eye Lyrics
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There you'll see what's inside, you're the Sun, you're the light
See the man of the cloth, got it wrong from the off
Out of line, out of reach, me and you born to see
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
I'm at home, I'm alive, pulseing veins, prophesied
Crystalline in the dark, all you see is the spark
All you feel, you don't speak, me and you born to see
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
And sure enough, weeping your love
I'm seeing the look in your eyes
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
(Shine a la-la, shine a light)
Come on, shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
(Shine a la-la, shine a light)
Come on shine a light, come on shine a light
Come on shine a light, come on shine a light
Universalise, la-alise, shine a light, la-alise
Universalise, la-alise, oh-alise
Universalise, la-alise, ah-alise, univers-alise
The lyrics to Beady Eye's song "Shine a Light" seem to be about finding oneself and the power within. The first verse references taking a trip through the past to find what's inside, indicating a journey of self-discovery. The mention of the man of the cloth getting it wrong from the beginning could be a criticism of religious institutions or the idea that societal constructs can steer individuals off their intended path. The chorus repeats the phrase "shine a light" which can be interpreted as a call to embrace one's own light and radiate it out into the world, rather than relying on external sources of guidance or validation.
The second verse continues with the theme of personal power and being alive, proclaiming that the singer is "pulseing veins, prophesied". The use of "prophesied" could be interpreted as a nod to destiny or fate, while the mention of being "crystalline in the dark" suggests becoming clear and bright amid adversity. The chorus repeats again with the idea that shining one's light is a powerful force that can be used to spread positivity and hope.
Overall, the song seems to encourage individual empowerment and the pursuit of inner knowledge and strength. The repeated chorus of "shine a light" serves as a sort of mantra to remind listeners to tap into their own light and let it shine.
Line by Line Meaning
Slowly rewind through the past, space and time
Take a slow look back at the past and go back through time
There you'll see what's inside, you're the Sun, you're the light
You will then understand what is inside of you and realize that you are the one who can bring light and positivity
See the man of the cloth, got it wrong from the off
Observing how religious authorities made mistakes right at the very beginning
Out of line, out of reach, me and you born to see
Being off the usual path but you and I are destined to realize the truth
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Be the one who spreads the light and positivity
Rising fast on my feet, let me breathe, let me speak
Rapidly gaining confidence and stepping forward, allowing yourself to have freedom and voice
I'm at home, I'm alive, pulseing veins, prophesied
Feeling comfortable and alive, heart pounding with a sense of destiny
Crystalline in the dark, all you see is the spark
Being bright and dazzling in the darkness, and all that can be seen is your inner spark
All you feel, you don't speak, me and you born to see
Despite being unable to express yourself fully, both you and I have the ability to understand the truth
And sure enough, weeping your love, I'm seeing the look in your eyes
Without a doubt, expressing your love and emotions, I can see the look in your eyes
Come on, shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Encouraging and urging someone to spread the light and positivity
Universalise, la-alise, shine a light, la-alise
Make the light and positivity widespread and universal
Universalise, la-alise, oh-alise
Make the light and positivity universal and open
Universalise, la-alise, ah-alise, univers-alise
Spread the positivity and make it universal
Contributed by Abigail D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@andresihotang2314
In terms of freedom, Beady Eye are the most amazing and most creative in expressing their music among all OASIS branches. Even Liam's solos are more Oasis-influenced, and Noel's solo started fresh but lately too much techno / modern music and songs started to look similar.
50s and 60's rock'n roll (Bring the Light, Wind up Dream, The Beat Goes On),
psychedelic-influenced (The Morning Son, Soul Love, Don't Brother Me),
60's-70's ballad / pop songs (Kill for a Dream, Wigwam, Start Anew, Off a the Next Exit),
folk and world's music (Millionaire, Shine a Light, Ballroom Figured),
big-band / opera / horns influenced (Flick of the Finger, Second Bite of the Apple),
pop rock / modern Britpop (The Roller, Iz Rite, The World is not Set in Stone, For Anyone)
and hard rock (Four Letter Word, Face the Crowd, Beatles and Stones).
At that rate, at their 4th / 5th album they might try to touch into The Smiths / Duran-Duran / dance / Depeche Mode / Stone Roses area. But shamefully the majority of crowd didn't take them seriously and they had to stop :(
@theradracer1847
Slowly rewind
Through the past, space and time
There you'll see what's inside
You're the Sun, you're the light
See the man of the cloth
Got it wrong from the off
Out of line, out of reach
Me and you born to see
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Rising fast on my feet, let me breathe, let me speak
I'm at home, I'm alive, pulsing veins 'bove the size
Crystalline in the dark, all you see is the spark
All you feel, you don't speak, me and you born to see
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
And sure enough, weeping your love
I'm seeing the look in your eyes
Shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
(Shine a la-la, shine a light)
Come on, shine a light (shine a la-la, shine a light)
(Shine a la-la, shine a light)
Come on, shine a light, come on shine a light
Come on, shine a light
Come on, shine a light
Universalise, la-alise, shine a light, la-alise
Universalise, la-alise, oh-alise
Universalise, la-alise, ah-alise
Universe... eyes
@StephyM.C.
I feel like Beady Eye wasn't given enough of a chance, they has some good tunes.
@kevinsolomon1315
Don't think Beady Eye got the credit they deserved some really great music in both their albums
@StephanieDugenio
ok but liam in a priest costume is the funniest thing ever
@daniboyzdeathzxy
Saint Liam
@andresihotang2314
In terms of freedom, Beady Eye are the most amazing and most creative in expressing their music among all OASIS branches. Even Liam's solos are more Oasis-influenced, and Noel's solo started fresh but lately too much techno / modern music and songs started to look similar.
50s and 60's rock'n roll (Bring the Light, Wind up Dream, The Beat Goes On),
psychedelic-influenced (The Morning Son, Soul Love, Don't Brother Me),
60's-70's ballad / pop songs (Kill for a Dream, Wigwam, Start Anew, Off a the Next Exit),
folk and world's music (Millionaire, Shine a Light, Ballroom Figured),
big-band / opera / horns influenced (Flick of the Finger, Second Bite of the Apple),
pop rock / modern Britpop (The Roller, Iz Rite, The World is not Set in Stone, For Anyone)
and hard rock (Four Letter Word, Face the Crowd, Beatles and Stones).
At that rate, at their 4th / 5th album they might try to touch into The Smiths / Duran-Duran / dance / Depeche Mode / Stone Roses area. But shamefully the majority of crowd didn't take them seriously and they had to stop :(
@benrobinson3402
Liam casually dressed like a nun at 2:11 hahahaha lad!
@arcticsz
What a band. What a front man. Live forever
@27shocking
I listen to this album twice a week it lights my fire every time. Brilliant from start to finish.
@MedalionDS9
Thank you for the good times Beady Eye for as short a ride it was, I enjoyed it!
@miksurf1866
Brilliant… Come back Liam… UR a legend.