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)
Underneath the Sky
Oasis Lyrics
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Is a storyteller sleeping alone
He has no face and he has no name
And his whereabouts are sort of unknown
All he needs is his life in a suitcase
It belongs to a friend of a friend's
And as we drink to ourselves
Underneath the sky
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
So wish me away to an unknown place
Am I living in a land with no name
I'll be making a start with my brand new heart
Stop me making sense once again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend's
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend's
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Again again again again
Underneath the sky again
The lyrics of "Underneath the Sky" by Oasis paint the picture of a storytelling loner that no one seems to know much about. The first lines, "Underneath the sky of red/Is a storyteller sleeping alone" establish a sense of mystery and otherworldliness that persists throughout the song. The storyteller is not given a name or even a face, leaving the listener to imagine their own version of this character. The songwriter goes further in creating an air of intrigue by stating that the storyteller's "whereabouts are sort of unknown." These lyrics suggest a sense of detachment or anonymity from society, and the storyteller seems to prefer it that way.
The song then shifts perspectives to the singer, who asks to be "wished away to an unknown place." This desire to escape and make a fresh start is a common thread in Oasis's music, and is likely a reflection of the band's own background in working-class Manchester. The reference to a "land with no name" further underscores the singer's desire for anonymity and a clean break from their past. The chorus repeats the line "all we need is our lives in a suitcase," which could be interpreted as a metaphor for the idea that personal possessions are all we truly need to start anew. The presence of the anonymous storyteller throughout the song suggests a kind of universal loneliness or search for meaning that many people can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Underneath the sky of red
The singer is observing the red sky and is beginning to narrate his story.
Is a storyteller sleeping alone
There is someone out there with a story to tell, but they are currently sleeping and thus not able to share it yet.
He has no face and he has no name
The storyteller is anonymous and hence doesn't have an identity.
And his whereabouts are sort of unknown
The artist doesn't know where the storyteller is and hence his/ her location is uncertain.
All he needs is his life in a suitcase
The storyteller's belonging is encapsulated only within a suitcase that he/ she carries around.
It belongs to a friend of a friend's
The suitcase doesn't even belong to the storyteller directly, but to one of his/ her acquaintances.
And as we drink to ourselves
As the singer drinks with his companions without the storyteller's inputs.
We'll amuse ourselves
The artist and his companions will entertain themselves with their own conversation.
Underneath the sky
Reflecting on the earlier observation about the sky.
Underneath the sky again
Repeating the earlier reflective thought.
So wish me away to an unknown place
The singer is willing to go on an adventure to a new place.
Am I living in a land with no name
Unclear where the artist is currently located, and hence is it nameless.
I'll be making a start with my brand new heart
The singer is starting anew, with a positive aura with him.
Stop me making sense once again
The singer is questioning the logic and importance of making sense of everything.
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
Similar to the storyteller, our belongings are just limit to a suitcase.
They belong to a friend of a friend's
Our suitcases are even more indirectly connected to us through a friend's of a friend.
And as we drink to ourselves
As we sit and drink together without larger input or influence from the outside.
We'll amuse ourselves
We'll entertain ourselves with our own conversation and stories.
Underneath the sky again
Repeating once again the reflective thought on the sky.
Underneath the sky again
One more time repeating the reflective thought on the sky.
Underneath the sky again
One more time repeating the reflective thought on the sky.
Underneath the sky again
One more time repeating the reflective thought on the sky.
Underneath the sky again
One more time repeating the reflective thought on the sky.
Again again again again
Repeating the reflective thought multiple times.
Underneath the sky again
One last time the singer repeats the reflective thought on the sky.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Cloud9
Written by: NOEL GALLAGHER
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@gallumin
Underneath The Sky
by Oasis
Underneath the sky of red
Is a storyteller sleeping alone
He has no face and he has no name
And his whereabouts are sort of unknown
All he needs is his life ln a suitcase
It belongs to a friend of a friend
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
So wish me away to an unknown place
Am I living in a land with no name
I'll be making a start with a brand new heart
Stop me making sense again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend's
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
@Vanja025
Underneath the sky of red
Is a storyteller sleeping alone
He has no face and he has no name
And his whereabouts are sort of unknown
All he needs is his life ln a suitcase
It belongs to a friend of a friend
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
So wish me away to an unknown place
Am I living in a land with no name
I'll be making a start with a brand new heart
Stop me making sense again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend's
And as we drink to ourselves
We'll amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
@shiho921019
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Underneath the sky of red
There's a story-teller sleeping alone
He has no face and he has no name
And his where abouts is sort of unknown
All he needs is his life in a suitcase
It belongs to a friend of a friend
And as we drink to ourselves well amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
So wish me away to an unknown place
And I'm living in a land with no name
I'll be making a start with a brand new harp
Stop me making sense once again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend
And as we drink to ourselves well amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
All we need is our lives in a suitcase
They belong to a friend of a friend
And as we drink to ourselves well amuse ourselves
Underneath the sky, underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Underneath the sky again
Again, again
Underneath the sky again
@darrenthomas7402
When the band was totally flawless and invincible and tuck tunes away on the b-sides like this, when in reality they (b-sides) were stronger than most other band's singles. This could've easily been played on the radio. Love it.
@lewisbutterworth9601
This was so flawless. Brings a tear to my eye if someone disbelieves man
@Jaunt1able
So wish me away to an unknown place…❤
@anthonybird546
I remember back in the 90s when this was actually played on the radio. It wasn't a lot, but just enough for it to get burned into my mind.
@sempereadem1543
Liam's voice is incredible....
@AintHome000
Liam's voice is legendary.
@JazzyEraza
This is definitely one of their best songs. HOW CAN THIS BE A B SIDE????!!!!
@DaKine44
Might arguably be one of Liam's best vocals ever. I think this is where he was at his best vocally - MG era.
@ASG189
Without a doubt.
@SuperFishermanfriend
Agree with you mate