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)
Don't Go Away
Oasis Lyrics
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About the things caught in my mind
And as the day was dawning my plane flew away
With all the things caught in my mind
And I want to be there when you're
Coming down
And I want to be there when you hit the ground
Say that you'll stay
Forever and a day in the time of my life
'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
Damn my situation and the games I have to play
With all the things caught in my mind
Damn my education I can't find the words to say
With all the things caught in my mind
And I want to be there when you're
Coming down
And I want to be there when you hit the ground
So don't go away, say what you say
Say that you'll stay
Forever and a day in the time of my life
'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
Me and you, what's going on?
All we seem to know is how to show
The feelings that are wrong
So don't go away, say what you say
Say that you'll stay
Forever and a day in the time of my life
'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
And don't go away, say what you say
Say that you'll stay
Forever and a day in the time of my life
'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
Yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
Yes, I need more time
Just to make things right
So don't go away
The lyrics of Oasis's song Don't Go Away describe the feelings of regret, love, and the desire to fix past mistakes. The song is about a man who is heartbroken by a recent departure of a loved one, possibly a girlfriend, who has left him alone to face the harsh realities of his life. The singer is trapped in his own thoughts and wishes he could have done things differently. He laments his actions that led to the breakup, regrets his lack of education, and blames himself for his situation. He acknowledges that he needs more time to make things right, hence, the plea for the other person to stay and not go away.
The chorus of the song is perhaps the most emotional part with the words "So don't go away, say what you say, say that you'll stay, forever and a day in the time of my life, 'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time, just to make things right". The lines indicate the singer's plea and hopeless desire for the loved one to stay, to say what they have to say, and to stay by his side forever, even though he knows it is already too late.
Oasis's Don't Go Away is an emotional song that perfectly captures the feeling of heartbreak, regret, love and the desire to make things right. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of cherishing the moments we have with people we love, the importance of education, and the consequences of our actions.
Line by Line Meaning
A cold and frosty morning there's not a lot to say
It's a bleak, emotionless morning and I'm feeling unable to express my thoughts
About the things caught in my mind
I'm thinking about certain things that are bothering me and keeping me preoccupied
And as the day was dawning my plane flew away
I have missed an important event or opportunity that I was eagerly waiting for
With all the things caught in my mind
There are a lot of things in my mind that are making me feel overwhelmed and distracted
And I want to be there when you're Coming down
I want to be there when you're feeling down or in need of someone to talk to
And I want to be there when you hit the ground
I want to support you through the tough times and be there when you fall or stumble
So don't go away, say what you say
Please don't leave me and say what's on your mind
Say that you'll stay Forever and a day in the time of my life
Promise me that you'll stick around and be part of my life forever
'Cause I need more time, yes, I need more time Just to make things right
I need more time to sort out my problems and make things better between us
Damn my situation and the games I have to play
I'm unhappy with the way things are and the situations I'm forced to deal with
With all the things caught in my mind
My thoughts are all over the place and I can't seem to focus on anything properly
Damn my education I can't find the words to say
I feel like my education hasn't taught me how to communicate effectively or express myself properly
Me and you, what's going on?
I'm unsure of what's happening between us and where we stand
All we seem to know is how to show The feelings that are wrong
We're only good at expressing negative feelings and struggling to communicate anything positive
Yes, I need more time Just to make things right
I need some more time to fix things and make everything right
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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@jazza0707
One of the best and most underrated Oasis songs.
@jmuz96
"All we seem to know is how to show the feelings that are wrong".. What a fuckin' true line
@rockerpunK0
This song was wrote by noel when hes mum was feared to have cancer and luckily it wasnt cancer.But what a great beautiful song
@doitanywayz
why was this song never as popular as wonderwall and dont look back in anger??? :S
@nagibaguiar2
Definitely, best Oasis song. We feel many things listening to this song. I still remember the firt time I watched this videoclip on MTV, in 1997. It reminds me a cold and rainy afternoon...really, really beautiful.
@WoodyWMan
One of their best songs! It's one of the best love songs ever made for sure!!!!
@jmuz96
Liam's voice in the chorus is just ORGASMIC. LIVE FOREVER LG
@brujah723
I am an American, and I think that Oasis is the best band out their, and is still after 13 years of listening to them, my favorite band of all time. Here in the states I believe they are unappreciated and hope that when they do get their stuff together with Noel leaving that they will play more gigs in the US, which is hopefully close to where I live. Long live Oasis.
@Couly
Liam said that the only time he cried was when he read the lyrics to this song because it's noel's letter to Liam.
@KrnL85
Beautiful song! and Liam is so gorgeous in this video.