N… Read Full Bio ↴“Stay Young” was released as a B-side to “D'You Know What I Mean?”
Noel Gallagher expressed some contempt for the song. Despite that, in 1998 it was included on the B-side compilation album The Masterplan at Liam Gallagher’s request, as Noel told NME,
But anyway, I got a phone call off Liam. And I never get a phone call from Liam unless it’s a problem. Meg’s going, ‘Liam’s on the phone.’ And you have to go, ‘[Muttering under breath] C–t.’ Then, ‘[Extravagantly friendly] ALRIGHT MATE!’ ‘[Theratening Liam voice] Why’s f—-g 'Stay Young’ not on that album?‘ 'Um, I was gonna put it on.’ ‘Right, that’s alright them…’ So he wanted it on, ‘cos he likes it. But I don’t. I suppose people like it because it says, “Hey, stay young and invincible”. And, “Come what may my faith’s unshakeable’. I like that line. But it’s a bit happy, it’s a bit of a jolly pop song. And I don’t really like the way it sounds, either. But if other people like it, and if Liam likes it, then it must go on. And on it went.
Stay Young
Oasis Lyrics
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From those who'll hand it out don't never let it upset you
'Cause they'll put words into your mouths
They're making you feel so ashamed
Making you taking the blame
Making you cold in the night
Making you question your heart and your soul
Hey, stay young and invincible
'Cause we know just what we are
And come what may we're unstoppable
'Cause we know just what we are
Yeah we know just what we are
Yeah we know just what we are
Feed your head with all the things you need
When you're hungry
Stay in bed and sleep all day as long as it's Sunday
'Cause they'll put words into my mouth
They're making me feel so ashamed
Making me taking the blame
Making me cold in the night
Making me question my heart and my soul
And I think that it's not quite right
Hey, stay young and invincible
'Cause we know just what we are
And come what may we're unstoppable
'Cause we know just what we are
Yeah we know just what we are
Yeah we know just what we are
Hey, stay young and invincible
'Cause we know just what we are
And come what may we're unstoppable
'Cause we know just what we are
And hey, stay young and invincible
'Cause we know just what we are
And come what may my faith's unshakeable
'Cause we know just what we are
'Cause we know just what we are
'Cause we know just what we are
'Cause we know just what we are
'Cause we know just what we are
Know just what we are
Know just what we are
Know just what we are
Know just what we are
In Stay Young, Oasis encourages their listeners to stay true to themselves and not let the opinions of others change them. The lyrics of the song refer to the pressure of society to conform and fit in, saying that people should not let this dictate who they are. The line "They're making you feel so ashamed, making you take the blame" illustrates the idea that societal pressure can lead to a feeling of guilt even when there is no reason for it. The song encourages listeners to keep their innocence and idealism in order to stay young and invincible.
Throughout the song, Oasis reminds listeners that they are in control of their lives and should not let others change them. This idea is summed up in the chorus, "Hey, stay young and invincible, 'cause we know just what we are. And come what may we're unstoppable, 'cause we know just what we are." The band emphasizes that it is important to stay strong, holding on to one's beliefs in the face of societal pressures.
Overall, Stay Young encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and be proud of who they are. It is a call to action to be strong in the face of adversity and to not let societal pressure get in the way of being oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
One way out is all you're ever going to get
Your options in life may be limited, so choose wisely.
From those who'll hand it out don't never let it upset you
Don't feel discouraged by those who hold power in your life.
'Cause they'll put words into your mouths
People in power may manipulate and control your thoughts and actions.
They're making you feel so ashamed
People in power may make you feel guilty for things you have no control over.
Making you taking the blame
People in power may force you to take responsibility for their own actions.
Making you cold in the night
People in power may make you feel isolated and alone.
Making you question your heart and your soul
People in power may make you doubt your own beliefs and values.
And I think that it's not quite right
This treatment is unjust and unfair.
Hey, stay young and invincible
Stay optimistic and resilient.
'Cause we know just what we are
We have a clear sense of our own identities.
And come what may we're unstoppable
No matter what obstacles come our way, we will persevere.
Feed your head with all the things you need when you're hungry
Nurture yourself and seek knowledge when you're lacking.
Stay in bed and sleep all day as long as it's Sunday
Take time to rest and recharge.
'Cause they'll put words into my mouth
Even the singer experiences pressure and manipulation from those in power.
And come what may my faith's unshakeable
The singer is determined and has unwavering confidence in their beliefs.
Know just what we are
The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the clarity of the artist's identity and sense of self.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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