Don't Look Back In Anger
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Don't you know you might find
A better place to play
You said that you'd never been
But all the things that you've seen
Will slowly fade away
So I start a revolution from my bed
Step outside, summertime's in bloom
Stand up beside the fireplace
Take that look from off your face
You ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
And so Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
Her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
Take me to the place where you go
Where nobody knows if it's night or day
But please don't put your life in the hands
Of a Rock n Roll band
Who'll throw it all away
I'm gonna start a revolution from my bed
'Cause you said the brains I had went to my head
Step outside 'cause summertime's in bloom
Stand up beside the fireplace
Take that look from off your face
'Cause you ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
So Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as she's walking on by
My soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
So Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
Her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
So Sally can wait
She knows it's too late as she's walking on by
My soul slides away
But don't look back in anger
Don't look back in anger
I heard you say
At least not today
The Oasis song "Don't Look Back In Anger" is an uplifting and reflective tune that encourages listeners to move on from past wounds and negative experiences. The opening lines, "Slip inside the eye of your mind, don't you know you might find a better place to play," urge the listener to take a moment of introspection and consideration of their mindset. The lyrics suggest that one's perception and state of mind may impact their experiences in the world. The song continues on to suggest taking action and starting a "revolution from my bed," which hints at the idea that change and progress can come from a personal shift in perspective rather than external factors.
As the song progresses, the singer encourages someone to "step outside" and enjoy the summertime's blooms. The line "Take that look from off your face, you ain't ever gonna burn my heart out" suggests that the listener may have a negative or judgmental expression that is unwelcome or unkind to the singer. The lines "And so Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by, her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say" suggest that there may be a person or event from the past that is still lingering, but it is time to move forward without anger.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Don't look back in anger" multiple times, encouraging the listener to let go of past grievances and look to the future with positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
Slip inside the eye of your mind
Close your eyes and imagine a better place
Don't you know you might find
You don't have to stay in this place forever
A better place to play
A place where you can be happy and free
You said that you'd never been
You've always been in this same place
But all the things that you've seen
The things you've experienced in life
Will slowly fade away
Memories will eventually become less vivid
So I start a revolution from my bed
I'm going to make a change without leaving my comfort zone
'Cause you said the brains I had went to my head.
You dismissed my ideas as foolish
Step outside, summertime's in bloom
Enjoy the beauty of the season
Stand up beside the fireplace
Be confident in your position
Take that look from off your face
Get rid of the scowl and smile
You ain't ever gonna burn my heart out
You won't defeat me
And so Sally can wait, she knows it's too late as we're walking on by
We can't change the past
Her soul slides away, but don't look back in anger I heard you say
Let go of negative emotions and don't dwell on what could have been
Take me to the place where you go
Take me to your personal happy place
Where nobody knows if it's night or day
A place of perpetual bliss and freedom
But please don't put your life in the hands
Don't let others control your happiness
Of a Rock n Roll band
Don't rely on external sources for joy
Who'll throw it all away
Don't let others sabotage your happiness
So Sally can wait
Her time has passed
My soul slides away
I'm moving on
But don't look back in anger
Don't hold onto the past with negative feelings
I heard you say
It's important to let go and move forward
At least not today
But maybe someday
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NOEL GALLAGHER
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@TheMacQku
at the beginning I think that it is Imagine by John Lennon xx
@Opommi
I am going to 90s! does anybody wanna come with me?
@melian06
I was 14 when this song came out, we had to wait hours just to see this vid on MTV, we had no internet. I found the lyrics on a magazine, I ripped the page and put it on the wall, it was golden to me. We used to sing their songs while coming home from school. We didn't know but it was the best fckin time of our lives, thank you Oasis for growing up with us.
@JohnnyB15
This masterpiece is no longer a song - it is a hymn...
@gabrielguerramartinez698
Oasis you're the 90' Music!
@thesupercoldplayfan
sally can you please wait i'm listening to one of the best songs ever.
@FRMadferit
Soooooooo Sally can wait...
@angellazo3291
The best part 0:00-4:48
@Ersa1a
It's like these guys captured the soul of The Beatles and updated it to the 90's. They're one of the most awesome bands ever. When you listen to an Oasis song it's like they're completely in charge of your emotions.
@ARHemant
Noel Gallaghar says he doesn't understand these lyrics himself: "I get the odd night when I'm halfway through Don't Look Back In Anger when I say to myself 'I still don't know what these words mean!' I'm thinking what the... what the... 'stand up beside the fireplace'. Why? And all these kids will be singing it at the top of their voices with all their arms around each other and I kind of feel like stopping and going, 'Look, can somebody help me out here? Am I missing something?'" Epic!