Though the song has the same anthemic feel that popularised many Oasis songs, and departs from the psychedelic feel of Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, which had been poorly received by critics, it received a mixed critical reception.
The music video is a take on the Jack Nicholson film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, with characters resembling McMurphy and Nurse Ratched. It was filmed in an old mental institution in Vancouver, Canada and features Scottish actor James Cunningham, who has previously starred in the original play of Trainspotting.
Unlike the film, the video begins with the McMurphy character escaping his home and giving chase to the authorities, and ends in a football match. While the inmates celebrate a victory, Oasis are seen watching from the asylum window, and Noel Gallagher makes a 'wanker' hand gesture at Cunningham.
Although unconfirmed, there was widespread speculation at the time that the song was inspired by Noel's friend Kate Moss.
"Sunday Morning Call" was the first Oasis single to feature Noel on lead vocals on all the songs, frontman Liam did not perform on any of the songs.
Sunday Morning Call
Oasis Lyrics
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You hear your head-a-banging on the door
Slip your shoes on and then out you crawl
Into a day that couldn't give you more
But what for?
And in your head do you feel
What you're not supposed to feel
But you don't get it for free
You need more time
'Cause your thoughts and words won't last forever more
And I'm not sure if it'll ever work out right
But it's OK
It's all right
When you're lonely and you start to hear
The little voices in your head at night
You will only sniff away the tears
So you can dance until the morning light
At what price?
And in your head do you feel
What you're not supposed to feel
And you take what you want
But you won't get it for free
You need more time
'Cause your thoughts and words won't last forever more
And I'm not sure if it'll ever work out right
It's OK
It's all right
And in your head do you feel
What you're not supposed to feel
And you take what you want
But you won't get hope for free
You need more time
Because your thoughts and words won't last forever more
And I'm not sure if it'll ever, ever, ever work out right
If it'll ever, ever, ever work out right
Will it ever, ever, ever work out right?
The lyrics of Oasis's song "Sunday Morning Call" depict the struggle and confusion that one experiences in their life's journey, and how it could lead to a sense of loneliness, self-doubt, and desperation. The opening lines "Here's another Sunday, morning call, you hear your head a bangin' on the door" create an image of a person waking up after another night of partying and hanging out with friends. However, the following lines "But what for? And in your head, do you feel what you're not supposed to feel?" shows a person questioning their purpose and direction in life, and the feeling of emptiness that they find themselves in.
The second verse of the song speaks of the little voices that one hears in their head, which could be interpreted as the nagging doubts and insecurities that one faces in a crucial juncture in their life. The lines "You need more time, 'cause your thoughts and words won't last forever more" highlight the temporary nature of one's thoughts and emotions, and the need for more time to sort out things in life. The song concludes with the lines "And in your head, do you feel what you're not supposed to feel?" and "Will it ever, ever, ever work out right?" which encapsulates the uncertainty and confusion that one faces in finding their place in the world.
Overall, "Sunday Morning Call" is a poignant song that captures the fleeting nature of human existence, and the search for meaning and purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
here's another sunday
morning call
The song describes waking up on a Sunday morning and starting a new day.
you hear yer head
a bangin' on the door
The singer has a headache and hears a noise at the door.
slip your shoes on and
then out you crawl
into a day that
couldn't give you more
The singer puts on shoes and goes outside to enjoy a day that has everything to offer.
but what for
The artist questions the point of it all.
and in your head do you feel
what your not supposed to feel
The artist has negative thoughts or emotions that they feel are inappropriate.
and you take what you want
but you don't get it for free
The singer is trying to achieve their goals, but there is a cost or obstacle to obtaining them.
you need more time
because your thoughts and
words won't last forever more
The singer feels that their fleeting thoughts and words need more time to be fully realized or significant.
but i'm not sure if it'll
ever work out right
but it's ok it's alright
The artist is uncertain about the outcome of their endeavors, but accepts the situation regardless.
when your lonely
and you start to hear
the little voices
in your head at night
The artist describes feeling lonely and experiencing intrusive thoughts or negative self-talk.
you will only snip
away the tears
so you can dance
until the morning light
The artist tries to hide their tears and continue enjoying themselves, dancing throughout the night.
at what price
The singer wonders what cost they will pay for their actions.
and in your head do you feel
what your not supposed to feel
and you take what you want
but you won't get it for free
you need more time
cos your thoughts and words
won't last forever more
and i'm not sure if it'll
ever work out right
but it's ok it's alright
Reiteration of the previous verses, continuing to describe the artist's hopes, uncertainties, and struggles.
and in your head do you feel
what your not supposed to feel
and you take what you want
but you won't get hope for free
you need more time
because yer thoughts and
words won't last forever more
and im not sure
if it'll ever ever ever
work out right
if it'll ever ever ever
work out right
will it ever ever ever
work out right
The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's attempt to overcome their doubts and live life to the fullest.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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@NiSiochainGanSaoirse
amen.
my demon is addiction.
It's not active at the moment, but the savagery of my addiction led me to isolation, loneliness, and a hollow existence.
Some people just bear heavier burdens, but my spirit tells me that's because the universe sees who can bear the heavier loads.
I didn't know I was strong until I had to be, and the strength I found inside me stunned me.
I hope you found yours my friend.
aim for the stars my friend.
if you fall short, you'll still be illuminated by moonlight.
@dandarahsylva3024
Here's another sunday morning call
You hear yer head-a-banging on the door
Slip your shoes on and then out you crawl
Into a day that couldn't give you more
But what for?
And in your head do you feel
What you're not supposed to feel
And You take what you want
But you don't get it for free
You need more time
Cause your thoughts and words won't last forever more
But I'm not sure if it'll ever works out right
But it's ok, it's all right
When you're lonely and you start to hear
The little voices in your head at night
You will only sniff away the tears
So you can dance until the morning light
But at what price?
And in your head do you feel
What you're not supposed to feel
And You take what you want
But you wont get it for free
You need more time
Cause your thoughts and words won't last forever more
But I'm not sure if it'll ever ever ever works out right
If it'll ever ever ever works out right
Cause it'll never never never works out right
@NiSiochainGanSaoirse
I live in Bradford, a little 30 minute drive from Manchester, and I always thought oasis were a very northern English niche band.
The messages from all around the world on here is eye opening.
We may live different lives, in different cultures, with different environments, but we are all human, and we all feel those I herenrkt human things like sadness, loss, grief...
We aren't all that different..
I love you all.
each of your messages, whether to express your struggles, your joys, your situations and your dreams, each message reminds this still suffering addict that we are never alone. just isolated.
@gavinneale8211
One of the most underrated oasis songs. If this came out now as a Noel single everybody would rave about it
@kimtaylor7940
Noel actually thought the lyrics were shite.
@iainchmielewski5738
100% agree
@anniep8058
Agreed
@basklootwijk5724
My no. 1 for personal reasons.
@chrispemberton9952
Masterpiece. Just like Masterplan
@steviehunter3934
1 of the most underated and best songs by Oasis (Noel) pure magic
@Resident-biohazard
yes bro
@missingno88
Can’t understand how Noel hates it lol although in an acoustic setting it’s much better
@joebloggs5679
95% of the best Oasis tracks were released in the 90s. This is one of the few handful of good Songs Noel wrote for Oasis this century. And he says its shit. No Noel, Heathen Chemistry and Dont Believe the Truth is where all your shit tracks lie.