Listen up
Oasis (MTV Unplugged) Lyrics
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What's the time said today
I'm gonna speak my mind
Take me up to the top of the world
I want to see my crime
Day by day
There's a man in a suit
For the thoughts that you think
And the words they won't let you say
One fine day
Gonna leave you all behind
It wouldn't be so bad
If I had more time
Sailing down a river alone
I've been tryin' to find my way back home
But I don't believe in magic
Life is automatic
But I don't mind being on my own
No I don't mind being on my own
Listen up
What's the time said today
I'm gonna speak my mind
Take me up to the top of the world
I want to see my crime
Day by day
There's a man in a suit
Who's gonna make you pay
For the thoughts that you think
And the words they won't let you say
One fine day
Gonna leave you all behind
Wouldn't be so bad
If I had more time
Sailing down a river alone
I've been tryin' to find my way back home
But I don't believe in magic
Life is automatic
But I don't mind being on my own
No I don't mind being on my own
No I don't mind being on my own
I said that I don't mind being on my own
Sailing down a river alone
I've been tryin' to find my way back home
But I don't believe in magic
Life is automatic
But I don't mind being on my own
I said that I don't mind being on my own
No I don't mind being on my own
I said that I don't mind being on my own
No I don't mind being on my own
I said that I don't mind being on my own
The lyrics of "Listen Up" by Oasis (MTV Unplugged) speak of speaking one's mind and taking responsibility for one's actions. It begins with a statement that the singer is going to speak their mind and wants to see their crime. The next verse talks about a man in a suit who is going to make people pay for their thoughts and words that are not accepted. The singer wants to leave everything behind and float down a river by themselves. They do not believe in magic but do not mind being alone.
The song seems to express the frustrations of being someone who is constantly restrained by societal norms and expectations. It talks about the need to speak up and be heard; the need to take responsibility for one's own thoughts, feelings, and actions. It also speaks about the desire to break away from the restraints of society and be independent.
Overall, "Listen Up" is a song about individuality and the need for personal freedom. It talks about the importance of expressing oneself while still acknowledging the harsh realities of life. The singer acknowledges that life is not always perfect but still accepts being alone as long as he is free.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen up
Pay attention and focus on what I'm about to say.
What's the time said today
What is the current setting of society and its accepted norms?
I'm gonna speak my mind
I am going to express my true and honest thoughts and feelings.
Take me up to the top of the world
Elevate me to a position of greatness and high status.
I want to see my crime
I want to be held accountable for my actions and own up to my mistakes.
Day by day
Continuously and gradually over time.
There's a man in a suit
There is a figure of authority who is enforcing rules and regulations.
Who's gonna make you pay
Who will hold you responsible for your actions and their consequences.
For the thoughts that you think
For the ideas and opinions that you hold and express.
And the words they won't let you say
And the words you are not allowed to express due to societal norms or censorship.
One fine day
At some point in the near future.
Gonna leave you all behind
I plan to move on from my current situation and leave others behind.
It wouldn't be so bad
The consequences of leaving would not be too severe.
If I had more time
If I had more time to accomplish what I want to achieve before leaving.
Sailing down a river alone
Traveling through life solo, without outside help or companionship.
I've been tryin' to find my way back home
I have been attempting to find my place in the world and return to where I belong.
But I don't believe in magic
I do not believe in unexplained phenomena or supernatural powers.
Life is automatic
Life follows a predetermined path and is governed by natural laws.
But I don't mind being on my own
I am comfortable being independent and self-sufficient.
No I don't mind being on my own
I reiterate that I am content with being alone.
I said that I don't mind being on my own
I am repeating my earlier statement that I am okay with being alone.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NOEL GALLAGHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Philippe H
Oasis most underrated song by far. And one of their best
Tinship Travels
It's one of my favourites to play along to, the chords are fun.
Ness N
Period.
Alejandra Olmos
Totally agree.
Shuckylad
It is but it’s not underrated. 👌🏻
Vyavuav Vuwbiwniw
With alive and i will believe
RabbidTheNabbit
LITERALLY WAS JUST LISTENING TO THIS ON REPEAT, What a banger, i especially love the walk down before the chorus, the riff in the chorus, that weird bit of feedback with the drums, the solo that comes after it (simple but good) and even the bassline has some cool fills in there as well. Insanely underrated b side ngl
Richtofen
Yeah, it’s fuckin amazing
An S
Mi album favorito precisamente por esta canción 🥰 lástima las pocas veces que la cantaron en vivo😢 los quiero mucho ❤️❤️🫶 recuerdo cuando me acompañaron en mi depresión hace 6 años
Charlie Ruffy
One of Liam’s best vocals on a studio track