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)
Take Me
Oasis Lyrics
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Was it me or was it you ?
Take me when I'm not so strong
Why has it taken you so long ?
Take me when you feel I've gone
I always knew I could be someone
Take me if you think you're right
Do it now before it's light
Take me if you think I'm sweet
Though my life feels incomplete
Take me when I wish to live
For I still have this to give
Take me when I'm young and true
Was it me or was it you ?
Take me when I start to cry
Take me take me don't ask why
The lyrics of Oasis's song "Take Me" consists of a plea from the singer to be taken somewhere, anywhere. The singer states a desire to be taken "when I'm young and true," suggesting a desire to be taken before the singer becomes jaded and loses their youthful innocence. The second line of the song, "Was it me or was it you?" suggests uncertainty surrounding the decision of whether or not to take the singer.
The singer further implores to be taken when they are "not so strong," indicating a sense of vulnerability. There is a sense of frustration in the line "Why has it taken you so long?" which could mean that the singer has been waiting for someone to come take them for a long time. The line "Take me when you feel I've gone" suggests the singer may feel that they have lost their way and need someone to guide them back.
The lyric "Take me if you think I'm sweet" implies that the singer believes they have a desirable quality that would make someone want to take them. Despite feeling incomplete, the singer still believes they have something left to give and wishes to be taken. The repeated plea to be taken "when I start to cry" reinforces the singer's sense of vulnerability, and they ask to be taken without any explanation as to why.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a desire from the singer to escape from their current situation and be taken somewhere else by someone else who believes in them.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me when I'm young and true
Take me at a time when I am still pure, innocent, and full of potential
Was it me or was it you ?
Confusion and ambiguity about who is responsible for bringing them together
Take me when I'm not so strong
Take me when I am feeling vulnerable and in need of support
Why has it taken you so long ?
Expressing frustration that the other person hasn't taken action sooner
Take me when you feel I've gone
Take me when I feel like I have lost my way or become lost in life
I always knew I could be someone
Belief in oneself and their potential to make a mark on the world
Take me if you think you're right
Asking the other person to take a chance on them, if they have faith in their abilities
Do it now before it's light
Don't hesitate to take action, do it while there is still time
Take me if you think I'm sweet
If the other person believes in the positive qualities the artist possesses
Though my life feels incomplete
Despite feeling like something is missing from their life
Take me when I wish to live
Take me when I am feeling inspired and enthusiastic about life
For I still have this to give
They still have something valuable to offer to the world
Take me when I start to cry
When they are feeling emotional and need comfort and support
Take me take me don't ask why
An urgent plea for the other person to take action and not question why
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Edwin Cole Mc Cain
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Paul McGrath
It’s a crime that this wasn’t on one of their early albums , or even as a B-side. Absolutely beautiful song. Such an amazing atmosphere
Michael Myers
@Synchronous most of it was the real people
Silvar
@Synchronous Columbia writing process:
Chords and main guitar melody: Tortuga - Axe Corner
Main verse lyrics and melody: Chris griffiths (The Real People)
Second verse: Noel gallacher
Chorus lyrics and melody: Liam gallacher
ZakynthosDiamandis
@Robert P-I Correct. And the riff was stolen from Axe Corner - Tortuga
Robert P-I
@Synchronous Noel wrote verse two, Liam wrote the chorus and Chris Griffiths wrote the first verse. The song structure was created as a jam so no one person can really take credit for the music. Noel later went on to claim all writing credit and cut Chris and his band, The Real People, out of the Oasis history book.
ZakynthosDiamandis
@Jaka Prakasa and Noel needed them. To me, this song shows the band already had the essence of the sound of original Oasis that the fans love.
Osama Bin Laden
Mate, you've done an astounding job mastering this. Very well done 👍🏻
o zone inc
@Osama Bin Laden same lad
Osama Bin Laden
@o zone inc Mad 4 it.
o zone inc
Big oasis fan are we Osama?