Oasis signed to independent record label Creation Records in 1993 and released their record-setting debut album Definitely Maybe (1994). The following year they recorded (What's the Story) Morning Glory? (1995) with drummer Alan White, in the midst of a chart rivalry with peers Blur. Spending ten weeks at number one on the UK Albums Chart, (What's the Story) Morning Glory? was also an international chart success and became one of the best-selling albums of all time. In addition, it stands as the fifth-best-selling album in the UK and the biggest-selling album in the UK of the 1990s. The Gallagher brothers featured regularly in tabloid newspapers for their disputes and wild lifestyles. In 1996, Oasis performed two nights at Knebworth for an audience of 125,000 each time, the largest outdoor concerts in UK history at the time. In 1997, Oasis released their third album, Be Here Now. It became the fastest-selling album in UK chart history.
Oasis' popularity later declined and McGuigan and Arthurs left in 1999 as Oasis released Standing on the Shoulder of Giants (2000). They were replaced by former Heavy Stereo guitarist Gem Archer and former Ride guitarist Andy Bell. White departed in 2004, replaced by Zak Starkey and later Chris Sharrock. Oasis released three more studio albums, Heathen Chemistry (2002), Don't Believe the Truth (2005) and Dig Out Your Soul (2008). The group abruptly disbanded after the departure of Noel Gallagher in August 2009.
As of 2009, Oasis had sold over 70 million records worldwide. They are among the most successful acts on the UK Singles Chart and Albums Chart, with eight UK number-one singles and eight UK number-one albums. The band also achieved three platinum albums in the US. They won 17 NME Awards, nine Q Awards, four MTV Europe Music Awards and six Brit Awards, including one in 2007 for Outstanding Contribution to Music and one for the "Best Album of the Last 30 Years" for (What's the Story) Morning Glory?. They were nominated for two Grammy Awards.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oasis_(band)
Studio albums
Definitely Maybe (1994)
(What's the Story) Morning Glory? (1995)
Be Here Now (1997)
Standing on the Shoulder of Giants (2000)
Heathen Chemistry (2002)
Don't Believe the Truth (2005)
Dig Out Your Soul (2008)
Members:
Liam Gallagher – vocals (1991–2009)
Noel Gallagher – lead guitar, vocals (1991–2009)
Paul Arthurs - rhythm guitar (1991–1999)
Gem Archer – rhythm guitar (1999–2009)
Paul McGuigan – bass guitar (1991–1999)
Andy Bell (Oasis) – bass guitar (1999–2009)
Tony McCarroll – drums (1991–1995)
Alan White (Oasis) – drums (1995–2004)
Zak Starkey – drums (2004–2008)
Chris Sharrock – drums (2008–2009)
08 Part Of The Queue
Oasis Lyrics
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The streets and the thousands of colours all bleed into one.
I fall down, Heaven won't help me.
I call out, no-one would hear.
All of a sudden I've lost my way out of the City.
Stand tall, stand proud.
Every beginning is breaking it's promise.
Name on the faces in places - they mean nothing to me.
It's all they can do to be part of a queue in this town.
I fall down, Heaven won't help me.
I call out, no-one will hear.
"There'll be no tomorrow" they say, well I'll say "more's the pity."
Stand tall, stand proud.
Every beginning has broken it's promise.
I'm having trouble just finding some soul in this town.
Stand tall, stand proud.
Every beginning has broken it's promise.
I'm having trouble just finding my soul in this town.
Finding my soul in this town.
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Keep on trying...
Na na na na na na na na....
The lyrics of Oasis's song "Part of the Queue" reflect a sense of being lost, both figuratively and literally. The singer describes being unable to find his way in the city, where the streets and colors blend together, leaving him falling down and feeling like Heaven won't help him. He calls out, but no one will hear him, and he realizes he's lost his way out of the city. The chorus urges him to stand tall and proud, but the promise of every beginning has broken, leaving him with trouble finding his soul in this town. He sees names and faces in places that mean nothing to him; they are just part of the queue in this town.
The song seems to be a commentary on the struggle to find purpose and meaning in a world that can feel overwhelming and disorienting. The repetition of the phrase "keep on trying" at the end of the song suggests a determination to persevere in the face of these challenges, even if it feels like there is no hope.
Line by Line Meaning
So then be off, find that I've lost my way in the city.
I feel lost and disoriented in the bustling city, unable to find my bearings.
The streets and the thousands of colours all bleed into one.
The city, with its many sights and sounds, feels overwhelming and indistinguishable.
I fall down, Heaven won't help me.
I am struggling and in need of help, but feel like my pleas will go unanswered.
I call out, no-one would hear.
Despite my cries for help, I feel like no one is listening or willing to come to my aid.
All of a sudden I've lost my way out of the City.
I am trapped in the city with no clear path towards escape or freedom.
Name on the faces in places - they mean nothing to me.
I am surrounded by unfamiliar people and places that hold no personal significance or connection to me.
It's all they can do to be part of a queue in this town.
People here seem content with following the crowd and joining lines, lacking in originality or individuality.
"There'll be no tomorrow" they say, well I'll say "more's the pity."
Others here seem to be hopeless and defeatist, but I refuse to accept their pessimism.
Stand tall, stand proud.
I must be strong and resilient in the face of adversity.
Every beginning is breaking it's promise.
Despite starting out with hope and promise, everything here seems to inevitably disappoint or fall short.
I'm having trouble just finding some soul in this town.
I am struggling to find any sense of authenticity or heart in this superficial and soulless city.
Finding my soul in this town.
My ultimate goal is to discover a deeper meaning or purpose for being in this place.
Keep on trying...
Despite the challenges and obstacles I face, I must persevere and keep trying to find my way.
Na na na na na na na na....
The song ends with a meaningless, repetitive chant that underscores the sense of emptiness and frustration expressed throughout the lyrics.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NOEL GALLAGHER
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Yodhin
Noel doesn’t know how to write a bad song.
Hann Chris27
This really I the most underappreciated track from Oasis it is so brilliant for me I think it's Oasis at their best but I don't think that many will agree with me
Lord Amakusa Shirou
I totally agree with you. An amazing song and that's it.
Risk Romer
this is one of my favorite Oasis' songs. Love Noel on vocals.
Jon Harris
Amazing, underrated, brilliant and illustrates truly what an amazing songwriter Noel Gallagher is. Period.
Christopher Hann
This is such an under appreciated track I think it's one of the best love it
RAYMOND REECE
One of my favourite Oasis tracks. This might not be live but it's good to see Noel perform it anyway. :)
Kevin Flores
I love that performance! They also "play" Keep the dream alive <3
830francisco417 S
¡buenisisma cancion!, de mis favoritas de oasis
830francisco417 S
¡buenisisma cancion!, de mis favoritas de oasis