Four Letter Word
Beady Eye (Oasis) Lyrics
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It's only the moment,
Look away and it's gone
It's about time that your mind took a holiday
You're all grown up,
Don't you ever wanna play?
Ah, you've had enough
Of staring out of deaden eyes
Ah, it's gonna be tough
The battle's on and so is the prize
I don't know what it is I'm feelin'
A four letter word really gets my meaning
Nothing ever lasts
Forever
Get on your feet we're going out of our minds
The wheels need to roll
The clock on the wall said its time
Call in love, call in whatever you please
It's not what you wanted,
It might be just what you need
Ah, you've had enough,
It feels like you've blown a fifty amp fuse,
Ah, it's gonna be tough
The more you have the more you can lose
I don't know what it is I'm feelin'
A four letter word really gets my meaning
Nothing ever lasts
Forever
Ah, you've had enough
Of staring out of deaden eyes
Ah, it's gonna be tough
The battle's on and so is the prize
I don't know what it is I'm feelin'
A four letter word really get's my meaning
Nothing ever lasts
Forever
And nothing ever lasts forever
Nothing ever lasts forever
Nothing ever lasts forever
The lyrics of Beady Eye's (Oasis) song Four Letter Word convey a sense of restlessness and dissatisfaction with the status quo of life. The opening line, "Sleepwalk away your life if that turns you on" suggests a willingness to let life pass by without actively engaging in it, but the following line, "It's only the moment, look away and it's gone" recognizes the fleeting nature of time and the need to seize the moment. The chorus repeatedly uses the phrase "I don't know what it is I'm feeling, a four letter word really gets my meaning" which can be interpreted to mean that the singer is experiencing an emotion they cannot name or describe, but they understand it deeply.
The second verse continues with a sense of dissatisfaction in life, with lines like "You've had enough, of staring out of deaden eyes" and "The more you have, the more you can lose." The pre-chorus emphasizes the need to break free from these feelings and take action, with lines like "Get on your feet we're going out of our minds" and "Call in love, call in whatever you please." The final chorus emphasizes the transience of life with the repeated line "nothing ever lasts forever."
Overall, Four Letter Word portrays a sense of frustration with the mundane aspects of life and encourages the listener to take risks and embrace change.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleepwalk away your life if that turns you on
If you find it enjoyable to live your life without purpose, then go ahead.
It's only the moment, Look away and it's gone
Time passes quickly, and if you don't pay attention, you'll miss the fleeting moments.
It's about time that your mind took a holiday, You're all grown up, Don't you ever wanna play?
As an adult, it's important to take breaks and enjoy yourself, don't forget to play even when you're older.
Ah, you've had enough Of staring out of deaden eyes
You're tired of being lifeless and unenthusiastic.
Ah, it's gonna be tough, The battle's on and so is the prize
Overcoming difficulties is never easy, but you can only win if you fight for it.
I don't know what it is I'm feelin', A four letter word really gets my meaning
I'm not sure about my emotions, but one word perfectly encapsulates them.
Nothing ever lasts, Forever
Everything will eventually come to an end.
Get on your feet we're going out of our minds, The wheels need to roll, The clock on the wall said its time
Let's get moving and do something crazy because we need a change and the time is now.
Call in love, call in whatever you please, It's not what you wanted, It might be just what you need
Bring in whatever you want or need, even if it's not what you expected because it may end up being what you need.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDY BELL, GEM ARCHER, LIAM GALLAGHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@83thechaz
It's indeed a shame Beady Eye are no longer. They were quickly becoming my new favorite band. I'm American and bought both special deluxe CD's overseas because somehow our music shops (the little which remain) don't carry them. I've been a fan of Oasis since the band's formation. It was truly a sad day for me. Liam is an inspiration. When Noel walked out he seized the reigns and carried on. That takes guts. Liam's example helped me tackle many things in my life.
I've read troll comments joking him because of his recent hair loss and custody battle was it (??). And the never ending 'his voice isn't the same since..blah, blah, fucking blah. Everyone ages, everyone has problems. Nobody's perfect. Being American I may be the odd one out here but fuck all the whiners and haters. You are one to give LIAM GALLAGHER advise lol...please!!
Thank you Liam for all the lessons you taught me about seizing opportunity (Just Sayin..etc), and showing you have kick ass music writing skills too. Hopefully we'll see you again sometime in the near future. If not a fresh Oasis (God we all pray) then maybe a solo career??
Anyway...wishing you nothing but good things.
SOUL LOVE!!! ;)
@skryu
How many people are listening to this fuckin’ tune in 2023?
@mauritzfredzell3589
Liam should 100% play this live on his solo tour
@Mikedawgs
11 YEARS LATER I STILL LOVE IT WHAT A TUNE
@BoynamedMagnus183
Absolute Masterpiece!!!!
@gavinmillar461
@@BoynamedMagnus183 kill For A Dream on the First Beady Eye Album!!! different gear still speeding. It’s a true classic that’s forgotten about but it’s a true masterpiece. Great stuff. ✌️👍✌️
@jreegdss6878
The intro crashes through the gate like a forgotten Bond tune. Classy.
@Gaffner
Reminds me of "Hold me, thrill me, kiss me, kill me" by U2!
@rockerneverdie1
This song gives me 'Morning Glory" feels !
@ichigotheshinigami3359
MorningChemistry me too
@pleidiolwyfimwlad2104
Got the auld grit n power of d.maybe i reckon