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)
Keep the Dream Alive
Oasis Lyrics
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A lonely scream provides the scene, it's no hope
Every night I hear you scream, but you don't say what you mean
This was my dream, but now my dream has flown
I'm at the crossroads, waiting for a sign
My life is standing still, but I'm still alive
Every night I think I know
The answers disappear when I open my eyes
I'm no stranger to this place, where real life and dreams collide
And even though I fall from grace, I will keep the dream alive
I will keep the dream alive
Four Seasons, seconds, flicker, and flash, I'm alone
A lonely scream provides the scene, it's no hope
Every night I hear you scream, but you don't say what you mean
This was my dream, but now my dream has flown
I'm no stranger to this place, where real life and dreams collide
And even though I fall from grace, I will keep the dream alive
I'm no stranger to this place, where real life and dreams collide
And even though I fall from grace, I will keep the dream alive
In "Keep the Dream Alive," Oasis lead singer Liam Gallagher sings about feeling lost and alone, but holding onto hope and determination to keep his dreams alive. The opening lines, "Four Seasons, seconds, flicker, and flash, I'm alone / A lonely scream provides the scene, it's no hope" set a melancholy mood, with Gallagher feeling isolated and hopeless. He then reflects on his dreams and the disappointment of seeing them slip away: "This was my dream, but now my dream has flown."
The chorus brings a glimmer of hope, with Gallagher declaring that he will not give up on his dreams, even in the face of obstacles and setbacks. He sings, "I'm no stranger to this place, where real life and dreams collide / And even though I fall from grace, I will keep the dream alive." The repetition of this upbeat message reinforces the song's theme of perseverance and resilience.
Overall, "Keep the Dream Alive" is a poignant and introspective song about the twists and turns of life, and the importance of holding onto hope and determination in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Four Seasons, seconds, flicker, and flash, I'm alone
Time passes quickly and I'm left feeling empty and alone.
A lonely scream provides the scene, it's no hope
My screams of pain and despair are all around me and it feels hopeless.
Every night I hear you scream, but you don't say what you mean
I hear someone else's screams but it's unclear what they really mean or what they're going through.
This was my dream, but now my dream has flown
I had a dream but it has slipped away and I'm left feeling lost.
I'm at the crossroads, waiting for a sign
I'm at a turning point in my life, unsure of which direction to take and waiting for a sign or guidance.
My life is standing still, but I'm still alive
My life feels stagnant and unchanging, but I'm still alive and trying to move forward.
Every night I think I know, In the morning where did it go?
At night, I have a sense of clarity and direction but it fades away by morning leaving me confused and lost again.
The answers disappear when I open my eyes
I think I have the answers in my dreams, but they disappear when I wake up and face reality.
I'm no stranger to this place, where real life and dreams collide
I'm familiar with the place where my dreams and reality intersect, and the struggle that comes with it.
And even though I fall from grace, I will keep the dream alive
Even when I feel like I'm failing or losing hope, I will continue to hold onto my dreams and keep them alive.
I will keep the dream alive
I'm determined to not let my dreams die and will continue to fight for them.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc
Written by: Andrew Bell
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