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)
Shaker Maker
Oasis Lyrics
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I'd like to build myself a house out of plasticine
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
I've been driving in my car with my friend Mister Soft
Mister Clean and Mister Ben are living in my loft
Ah, shake along with me
I'm sorry but I just don't know
I know I said I told you so
When you're happy and you're feeling fine
Then you'll know it's the right time
Then you'll know that it's the right time
To shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Mister Sifter sold me songs
When I was just sixteen
Now he stops at traffic lights
But only when they're green
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
The lyrics to Oasis's "Shakermaker" are a bit of an enigma, but one interpretation is that the song is about wanting to escape the mundanity and monotony of everyday life. The first two lines express a desire to escape one's own identity and past experiences by building a new life out of plasticine, a malleable modeling clay. The repeated refrain of "shake along with me" seems to be an invitation to join in this desire to escape and create something new. The verses describe some of the characters that the singer encounters on their journey, including Mister Soft and Mister Clean, who are living in the singer's loft.
The chorus, which includes the lines "I'm sorry but I just don't know / I know I said I told you so" seems to be acknowledging that the desire to escape is a bit naïve and unrealistic, and that the singer doesn't really know where they're going. However, it's still presented as a valid desire, and the song ends with an invitation to keep shaking along with the singer.
Overall, "Shakermaker" may be seen as a reflection of the youthful desire to break free from the norm and create something new and exciting.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd like to be somebody else and not know where I've been
I wish I could forget my past and start anew as a different person.
I'd like to build myself a house out of plasticine
I desire to construct a residence out of a malleable material like plasticine.
Ah, shake along with me
Encouraging others to dance and move their bodies in rhythm to the music.
I've been driving in my car with my friend Mister Soft
I have been riding in a vehicle with my companion nicknamed Mister Soft.
Mister Clean and Mister Ben are living in my loft
Two other friends called Mister Clean and Mister Ben are currently residing in the upper level of my home.
I'm sorry but I just don't know
Apologizing for not having the answers or knowledge about a particular topic.
I know I said I told you so
Acknowledging the previous advice given to someone that they did not follow resulting in an unfavorable outcome.
When you're happy and you're feeling fine
Then you'll know it's the right time
Then you'll know that it's the right time
The appropriate moment to take action is when you are content and positive.
Mister Sifter sold me songs
When I was just sixteen
Now he stops at traffic lights
But only when they're green
A music salesman nicknamed Mister Sifter sold me songs at the age of sixteen, and currently, he halts his vehicle only when traffic lights indicate green.
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
Repeatedly inviting others to join the dancing and physical movement in unison with the artist.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher, Roger Greenaway, Billy Davis, Roger Cook, William Backer
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@holg7425
I'd like to be somebody else and not know where I've been
I'd like to build myself a house out of plasticine
Shake along with me
I've been driving in my car with my friend Mr. Soft
Mr. Clean and Mr. Ben are living in my loft
Shake along with me!
I'm sorry but I just don't know I know
I said I told you so
But when you're happy and you're feeling fine
Then you'll know it's the right time
It's the right time
To shake along with me!
Mister Sifter sold me songs
when I was just sixteen
Now he stops at traffic lights
but only when they're green
@Pride317
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I'd like to be somebody else
And not know where I've been
I'd like to build myself
A house out of plasticine
[Chorus 1]
Ahh, shake along with me
Ahh, shake along with me
[Verse 2]
I've been driving in my car
With my friend Mister Soft
Mister Clean and Mister Benn
Are living in my loft
[Chorus 1]
Ahh, shake along with me
Ahh, shake along with me
[Bridge]
I'm sorry but I just don't know
I know you said I told you so
When you're happy and you're feeling fine
Then you'll know that it's the right time
Then you'll know that it's the right time
[Chorus 2]
To shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
[Verse 3]
Mister Sifter sold me songs
When I was just sixteen
Now he stops at traffic lights
But only when they're green
[Chorus 3]
Ahh, shake along with me
Ahh, shake along with me
Ahh, shake along with me
[Outro]
Ahh, shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
@user-ir6gy9by6n
I'd like to be somebody else and not know where I've been
I'd like to build myself a house out of plasticine
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
I've been driving in my car with my friend Mister Soft
Mister Clean and Mister Ben are living in my loft
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
I'm sorry but I just don't know
I know I said I told you so
When you're happy and you're feeling fine
Then you'll know it's the right time
Then you'll know that it's the right time
To shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Mister Sifter sold me songs
When I was just sixteen
Now he stops at traffic lights
But only when they're green
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Ah, shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
Shake along with them
Shake along with me
@IndieBassJA26
Just wanna say a bit about Oasis. Something about the English culture I’m really into, the music especially. The football. I’m from Texas. But let me tell you. OASIS are therapy for me. I’ve struggled with anxiety as of late and even confidence but when I listen to Oasis, I’m hype. I get shit done. I have a fuck it attitude. My confidence has grown since discovering OASIS and I’m forever grateful for them. PEACE & LOVE!!
@LiamJChalke
Well said Bro! Agree X
@Ali-mv3jc
An integral part of British culture is getting pissed off when someone doesn't say thank you after you good the door.
@billymurray1687
I know exactly what you mean
@martinparker6536
they had that 'fuck it' attitude too pal......
its part of growin up in that era/area.....
THATS why they are the greatest.....
@jonnynufc891
Oasis are the absolute bollocks! Defined a generation with timeless classic tunes
@mrsixiesrock2274
One of their more underrated songs.
@terrorrister9063
Yes that's right
Half part of Oasis' Songs are underrated
@jimmynich4791
Exactly what I was thinking
@chriseffpunkt4333
To the public i think almost every song is underrated which is such a immense shame .. i'd wish to hear one of the b sides on radio ... just one time pls :(