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)
Up in the Sky
Oasis Lyrics
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Learnin' to fly
Tell me, how high
Do you think you'd go
Before you start falling?
Hey you, up in the tree
You want to be me
'Cause the people here
They don't hear you calling
How does it feel
When you're inside me?
Hey you, wearing the crown
Making no sound
I heard you feel down
Well, that's just too bad
Welcome to my world
Hey you, stealing the light
I've heard that the shine's
Gone out of your life
Well, that's just too bad
Welcome to my world
How does it feel
When you're inside me?
You'll need assistance with the things that you
Have never ever seen
It's just a case of never breathin' out
Before you've breathed it in
How does it feel
When you're inside?
I can feel you
Can you feel me?
Hey you, up in the sky
Learnin' to fly
Tell me, how high
Do you think you'd go
Before you start falling?
Hey you, up in the tree
You want to be me
Well, that couldn't be
'Cause the people here
They don't hear you calling
How does it feel
When you're inside me?
You'll need assistance with the things that you
Have never ever seen
It's just a case of never breathin' out
Before you've breathed it in
How does it feel
When you're inside?
The lyrics of Oasis’s “Up in the Sky” seem to be a critique of people who aspire to be something they’re not, while failing to fully appreciate their current situation. The song begins addressing someone “up in the sky” who is “learning to fly,” asking them how high they think they can go before falling. This can be interpreted as a comment on people who reach for the stars, but who haven’t considered the potential consequences of their actions. The singer goes on to address someone who wants to be him, but who doesn’t realize that the people around them don’t hear their calling. The song appears to be about the difficult balance of ambition and contentment, and how it’s important to appreciate where we are in life while striving for something greater.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey you, up in the sky
Addressing someone who is in a high position or has high aspirations.
Learnin' to fly
Trying to achieve something new or attain a higher level of success.
Tell me, how high
Asking how far they are aiming to go.
Do you think you'd go
Inquiring about their self-belief.
Before you start falling?
Asking if they are prepared for failure.
Hey you, up in the tree
Addressing someone who is in a different environment, trying to be like the songwriter.
You want to be me
Feeling envy for the songwriter's position in life.
Well, that couldn't be
Implying that their lives and experiences are different and cannot be compared.
'Cause the people here
Referring to the songwriter's surroundings and the people in it.
They don't hear you calling
Feeling misunderstood by those around them.
How does it feel
Asking about their experience.
When you're inside me?
Referring to being inside the songwriter's head and experiencing what they do.
Hey you, wearing the crown
Addressing someone who may seem powerful or in charge.
Making no sound
Appearing to be quiet or complacent despite their position.
I heard you feel down
Knowing that they are struggling or unhappy.
Well, that's just too bad
Showing indifference or lack of sympathy towards their situation.
Welcome to my world
Implying that the songwriter's world may not be as glamorous or enviable as it seems.
Hey you, stealing the light
Addressing someone who may be taking attention away from others, hogging the spotlight.
I've heard that the shine's
Knowing that their success or happiness has diminished.
Gone out of your life
Implying that their situation has changed or worsened.
You'll need assistance with the things that you
Recognizing that they may require help or guidance.
Have never ever seen
Acknowledging that they may be unfamiliar with certain experiences or situations.
It's just a case of never breathin' out
Implying that they should hold onto positive experiences as much as possible.
Before you've breathed it in
Encouraging them to fully immerse themselves in new experiences and opportunities.
I can feel you
Acknowledging that the other person's experience is relatable.
Can you feel me?
Asking if they can also understand the songwriter's experiences and emotions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher
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Hey you, up in the sky
Learnin' to fly
Tell me, how high
Do you think you'd go
Before you start falling?
Hey you, up in the tree
You want to be me
Well, that couldn't be
'Cause the people here
They don't hear you calling
How does it feel
When you're inside me?
Hey you, wearing the crown
Making no sound
I heard you feel down
Well, that's just too bad
Welcome to my world
Hey you, stealing the light
I've heard that the shine's
Gone out of your life
Well, that's just too bad
Welcome to my world
You'll need assistance with the things that you
Have never ever seen
It's just a case of never breathin' out
Before you've breathed it in
How does it feel
When you're inside?
I can feel you
Can you feel me?
Andrea Colombo
It's incredible how many Oasis' songs are unknown or underrated. One of the best bands of all times
Dave Langer
The Noel version of this song is even better
Northern soul
Listen to the acoustic version it's a pearler
Dave Langer
@Northern soul yeah its way better
SC
This was the first oasis song i heard that really got me into them... now they’re my favourite band of all time
FBI
They always were my favorite band 😂
Owen Martin
Ive listened to 1000s of musicians and songs since 1900 to 2017. Trust me, Oasis are one of the very best. This song would be massive hit for anyone else.
Tal Babitzky
You are right, I am a musician and have listen to so much music. Oasis are on the top of the Rock n Roll
Sasmit Roy
Damn you're 117 years old? Hats off mister!
Jennifer Konstant
@Noah Gudgeon LOL