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)
See The Sun
Oasis Lyrics
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Why suppress, what you might be needing
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sink
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Cause you don't mean anything to anyone anymore
Because on your desk, there's more to be seen to
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
By the time just keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sink
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Because you don't mean anything to anyone, anymore
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
And down this road I'll keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
The song See The Sun by Oasis is a contemplative piece about the struggles of life and the search for meaning. The lyrics speak about pushing down emotions and not acknowledging what one truly needs. The opening lines suggest that sometimes people try to suppress their feelings instead of facing them head-on. The singer urges the subject of the song to explore their emotions and not hide away in their daily tasks.
The chorus line “You missed the moon on Monday morning” suggests that the subject of the song has lost something important in life. The moon can symbolize different things such as reflection, femininity, or emotion. The imagery of missing the moon on Monday morning, suggests that something significant has been missed by the person, perhaps a chance at reflection or a new beginning. The repetition of “You don't mean anything to anyone anymore” in the chorus is a harsh indictment of the cold and solitary life that the subject has retreated to.
The last two stanzas move into a darker direction. The singer confesses to saying and doing things that may be damaging. The line “Slept with your daughter” is provocative and creates an unexpected narrative in the song. The line itself is repeated twice as if the singer is trying to justify or reason their actions. Perhaps the idea behind incorporating such a line comes from the popularity of tabloids in the 90s and how British newspapers often sensationalized stories revolving around British rock musicians. The last lines of the song express the hope that life will eventually change for the subject and that they will be able to see the sun.
Line by Line Meaning
Trying to press, what you might be feeling
Asking if there is something troubling you that you may not be sharing
Why suppress, what you might be needing
Why hold back on something you truly desire
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You've been missing out on the beautiful and important things in life
You were lying in your sink
You've been feeling low and incapable of getting out of bed
Cause you don't mean anything to anyone anymore
You feel worthless and have lost all sense of purpose
Why confess, well you wouldn't need to
There is no point in admitting something that is not important to you
Because on your desk, there's more to be seen to
You have other priorities that require your attention
By the time just keep on ticking
Time continues to move forward and there's nothing one can do to stop it
Until I get my sweet release
Until I find peace or escape from my troubles
By the time just keep on winding
Time continues even when you're feeling stuck or lost
Until this cold-stop has ceased
Until this blockage or obstacle is removed from your life
And everyone can see the sun
And everything will be clear and bright and hopeful again
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
I've been in a dark or tumultuous situation, possibly involving taboo or forbidden behavior
She told me what your rule book read
She told me what restrictions or expectations you had for her
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
I've faced some sort of punishment or fallout for my actions
So won't you let me have my head
So can't you let me have the freedom to make my own choices and take responsibility for them
And then I can see the sun
And then I can finally find my own way to happiness and clarity
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can overcome their own difficulties and find joy in life
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Trying to press, what you might be feeling
Why suppress, what you might be needing
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sink
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Cause you don't mean anything to anyone anymore
Why confess, well you wouldn't need to
Because on your desk, there's more to be seen to
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
By the time just keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sink
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Because you don't mean anything to anyone, anymore
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
And down this road I'll keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
avinash shanbhag
Trying to press
What you might be feeling
Why suppress
What you might be needing
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sin
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Because you don't mean anything to anyone, anymore
Why confess
Well you wouldn't need to
Because on your desk
There's more to be seen to
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
By the time just keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
You missed the moon on Monday morning
You were lying in your sin
You missed the moon on Monday morning
Because you don't mean anything to anyone, anymore
By the time just keep on ticking
Until I get my sweet release
And down this road I'll keep on winding
Until this cold-stop has ceased
And everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
Everyone can see the sun
I've send underwater, slept with your daughter
She told me what your rule book read
I've been to the slaughter, slept with your daughter
So won't you let me have my head
And then I can see the sun
SimonMartinForPrimeMinister
I’m convinced this song could be the end of all self consciousness and self doubt. It makes me feel 10 foot tall like many Oasis songs. It automatically makes me believe in myself and have a “Fuck You” attitude” it puts the swagger in my step. Possibly the best band ever and even if they are not no band will ever make me feel the way that band did. Oasis is stamped on my heart and to illustrate my point millions would agree with my statement.
oilics
omg this is such a perfectly written summary of what makes oasis amazing
SimonMartinForPrimeMinister
@oilics bless you my brother or sister in music 🎶
Z-REX
Couldn’t have put it any better
Johnny
There was such positivity running through a lot of the early songs. It really was infectious. Like you said It made you feel fuckin mega. I was hooked the moment heard supersonic on a mates Walkman all those years ago.
Mini5896
Trust me!!
nedplimptonzissou98
Incredible! Classic Oasis swagger. Pure rock and roll and they never apologized for being who they were. This track is phenomenal
백종근
"They never apologized for being who they were." Really, cool and exact expresssion.
Mojojojojo White Queen
@백종근 too fuckin right neva eva apologise😎😎 As you were
Buccarado
Oasis was such a beast. Everything about them was madness. Pure 90's ROCK N ROLL