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)
Meaning of Soul
Oasis Lyrics
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I'm taking a love tonight
Get outta my way, young man, I dig what you say
But that ain't enough alright
I'm different bleach and an Armani elite
I'm ten outta ten all night
Get outta my way, young man, I dig what you say
But that ain't enough alright
All rise, I see the love in your eyes
If it's all right, then I'll be your light
I gotta show you 'bout the meaning of soul
I'm taking a love tonight
Get outta my way, young man, I dig what you say
But that ain't enough alright
I'm different bleach and an Armani elite
I'm ten outta ten all night
Get outta my way, young man, I dig what you say
But that ain't enough alright
All rise, I see the love in your eyes
If it's all right, then I'll be your light
I gotta show you 'bout the meaning of soul
I'm taking a love tonight
In "The Meaning of Soul", Oasis encourages listeners to embrace soul in their lives. The song's opening lyrics - "I gotta show you 'bout the meaning of soul / I'm taking a love tonight" - imply that the singer is taking his listener(s) on a journey to experience soul. He also challenges a younger man, telling him that his words aren't enough - perhaps suggesting that soul requires more authentic experience than mere talk. The singer's perception of himself as "different bleach and an Armani elite" perhaps speaks to his confidence and swagger, and maybe implies that he has earned his soulful experiences and is therefore more qualified to show others the way.
The chorus - "All rise, I see the love in your eyes / If it's all right, then I'll be your light" - suggests that the singer is connecting with his listener(s) and sees a spark of soul in them as well. By offering to be their "light", he is extending an invitation to join him in experiencing and embracing soul together. Overall, the song exudes a sense of excitement and energy, as the singer channels his own passion for life and soul to inspire others to do the same.
Line by Line Meaning
I gotta show you 'bout the meaning of soul
I want to educate you on what it truly means to have soul and feel its essence
I'm taking a love tonight
Tonight, I'm embracing love and all its aspects
Get outta my way, young man, I dig what you say
I acknowledge and respect your opinion, but it won't influence me or make me change my mind
But that ain't enough alright
However, I have my own opinion that I hold true to myself
I'm different bleach and an Armani elite
I'm unique in my own way and have a high status that sets me apart from the rest
I'm ten outta ten all night
I'm at my best and will continue to be throughout the night
All rise, I see the love in your eyes
I can see the love and passion you have within you that is waiting to be expressed
If it's all right, then I'll be your light
If you allow me, I can guide you towards expressing that love and finding your light
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Liam Gallagher
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