Whatever
Oasis - B-sides Lyrics


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I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want
I'm free to say whatever I
Whatever I like, if it's wrong or right, it's alright

Always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus and cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself, it don't cost much

Free to be whatever you
Whatever you say, if it comes my way, it's alright
You're free to be wherever you
Wherever you please, you can shoot the breeze if you want

It always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus and cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself, it don't cost much

Free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want

Here in my mind
You know you might find
Something that you
You thought you once knew
But now it's all gone
And you know it's no fun
Yeah, I know it's no fun
Oh, I know it's no fun

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want
I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want

Whatever you do, whatever you say
I know it's alright




Whatever you do, whatever you say
I know it's alright

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Whatever" by Oasis is a triumphant declaration of self-determination. It speaks of being free to choose one's way and to express oneself freely without fear of judgment. The theme of freedom from societal constraints is typical of Oasis's music, where they often deal with the feeling of isolation and rebellion against the status quo. In the song, the singer acknowledges that there might be consequences to their actions or words, but they are prepared to face them head-on.


The second verse of the song explores the idea that people only see what they want to see. It often takes a conscious effort to view beyond someone's exterior to grasp who they genuinely are. And that most of what we see is filtered by perception or obscured by social expectations. The singer advocates for self-awareness and the ability to step back from others' opinions and perceptions to decide what is best for oneself.


The closing verses of the song maintain the theme of freedom, with the repeated assertion that the choices one makes are theirs alone, and they are free to make them. The singer acknowledges that finding oneself and staying true to one's way is not always easy, as the line, "Here in my mind, you know you might find something that you thought you once knew, but now it's all gone," suggests. The song's final lines are an assurance that no matter what choices a person makes, it is all right.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm free to be whatever I
I have liberty to act in any manner or fashion that I desire, with no restrictions or limitations.


Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want
I can make selections and decisions based on my own preferences, and express any emotions or feelings I have, regardless of how others may view them.


I'm free to say whatever I
I am unconstrained in my ability to articulate words or phrases, with complete autonomy.


Whatever I like, if it's wrong or right, it's alright
There are no moral or ethical guidelines that dictate what I am allowed to enjoy or appreciate – it is up to my own discretion and opinion.


Always seems to me
It frequently appears to my senses or perception that something is the case.


You only see what people want you to see
Others are selective in how they display themselves to me, only showing certain aspects that they feel will be beneficial or advantageous to their own interests.


How long's it gonna be
How much time will have elapsed before a specific event or circumstance takes place?


Before we get on the bus and cause no fuss
Before we proceed to engage in an activity that is both efficient and peaceful, with no conflicts or problems.


Get a grip on yourself, it don't cost much
Take control of your own emotions and thoughts, and do so without expending a considerable amount of energy or resources.


Free to be whatever you
You have the same level of autonomy and independence that I have, with the ability to act as you desire.


Whatever you say, if it comes my way, it's alright
You can express yourself verbally without fear of judgment or criticism from me, and if what you say aligns with my values or beliefs, it will be accepted.


You're free to be wherever you
You have the ability to physically move to any location or place that you choose.


Wherever you please, you can shoot the breeze if you want
You can engage in conversations or socializing with others in a relaxed and informal manner, as freely as you desire.


Here in my mind
My thoughts and imagination are centered upon a specific topic or idea.


You know you might find
It is possible that you could come upon or discover something significant, or that your expectations will be met or exceeded.


Something that you
An object, concept, or idea that is being referenced or described.


You thought you once knew
An object, concept, or idea that was previously perceived as familiar or understood.


But now it's all gone
Whatever object, concept, or idea was previously referenced or described is no longer present or in existence.


And you know it's no fun
The current situation is unpleasant or unenjoyable, and one is aware of this fact.


I'm free to be whatever I
Reinforcing the previous sentiment of complete autonomy and freedom of action and thought.


Whatever I choose, and I'll sing the blues if I want
Reaffirming the idea that there are no restrictions or limitations on my decisions or emotions, and that I am free to express myself as I desire.


Whatever you do, whatever you say
There are no limitations on your own actions or words, and you are free to express yourself in any way you please.


I know it's alright
Your behavior, words, or actions are both acceptable and not causing harm to others or yourself.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Noel Gallagher, Neil Innes

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@user-zr7lg6ky6c

I’m free to be whatever I
(俺はどんなモノにだってなれる)
Whatever I choose and I’ll sing the blues if I want*
(何を選ぼうとも、望めばブルースだって歌うことだってできる)
I’m free to say whatever I
(俺はどんなコトだって言える)
Whatever I like if it’s wrong or right, it’s alright
(何だって好きなコトを、間違ってようが正しいかろうが構わない)
Always seems to me*
(いつも思うんだ)
You only see what people want you to see*
(皆、誰かが追い求めるモノしか見みないんじゃないかって)
How long’s it gonna be
(いつになればできると思う)
Before we get on the bus and cause no fuss*
(バスに乗る前に、不平不満を言わなくなるのは)
Get a grip on yourself, it don’t cost much*
(自分を持てよ、たいしたことじゃない)
Free to be whatever you
(お前だってどんなモノにもなれる)
Whatever you say if it comes my way, it’s alright
(何を言おうが、俺と同じようにやっても構わない)
You’re free to be wherever you
(どこにだって行ける)
Wherever you please you can shoot the breeze if you want
(どこに行こうと、無駄話をしたくなったらすればいい)
It always seems to me
(いつも思うんだ)
You only see what people want you to see
(皆、誰かが追い求めるモノしか見みないんじゃないかって)
How long’s it gonna be
(いつになればできると思う)
Before we get on the bus and cause no fuss
(バスに乗る前に、不平不満を言わなくなるのは)
Get a grip on yourself, it don’t cost much
(自分を持てよ、たいしたことじゃない)
I’m free to be whatever I
(俺はどんなモノにだってなれる)
Whatever I choose and I’ll sing the blues if I want
(何を選ぼうとも、望めばブルースだって歌うことだってできる)
Here in my mind
(心はここにある)
You know you might find
(きっとお前は見つけるさ)
Something that you
(お前の中の何かを)
You thought you once knew
(かつて思い描いてたモノを)
But now it’s all gone
(だけど、今はもうすべて消えてしまった)
And you know it’s no fun
(それじゃ楽しくないってわかってるはずだ)
You know it’s no fun
(楽しくないはずだろ)
And you know it’s no fun
(楽しくないってわかってるはずなんだ)
I’m free to be whatever I
(俺はどんなモノにだってなれる)
Whatever I choose and I’ll sing the blues if I want
(何を選ぼうとも、望めばブルースだって歌うことだってできる)
I’m free to be whatever I
(俺はどんなモノにだってなれる)
Whatever I choose and I’ll sing the blues if I want
(何を選ぼうとも、望めばブルースだって歌うことだってできる)
Whatever you do, whatever you say, I know it’s alright
(お前が何をしようと、何を言おうが、俺は大丈夫だってわかってる)
Whatever you do, whatever you say, I know it’s alright
(お前が何をしようと、何を言おうが、俺は大丈夫だってわかってる)



@emalehchevska6235

Lyrics:

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

I'm free to say whatever I
Whatever I like
If it's wrong or right it's alright

Always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus
And cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself
It don't cost much

Free to be whatever you
Whatever you say
If it comes my way it's alright

You're free to be wherever you
Wherever you please
You can shoot the breeze if you want

It always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus
And cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself
It don't cost much

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

Here in my mind
You know you might find
Something that you
You thought you once knew
But now it's all gone
And you know it's no fun
Yeah I know it's no fun
Oh I know it's no fun

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

Whatever you do
Whatever you say
Yeah I know it's alright

Whatever you do
Whatever you say
Yeah I know it's alright



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@dekayrell

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

I'm free to say whatever I
Whatever I like
If it's wrong or right it's alright

Always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus
And cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself
It don't cost much

Free to be whatever you
Whatever you say
If it comes my way it's alright

You're free to be wherever you
Wherever you please
You can shoot the breeze if you want

It always seems to me
You only see what people want you to see
How long's it gonna be
Before we get on the bus
And cause no fuss
Get a grip on yourself
It don't cost much

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

Here in my mind
You know you might find
Something that you
You thought you once knew
But now it's all gone
And you know it's no fun
Yeah I know it's no fun
Oh I know it's no fun

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

I'm free to be whatever I
Whatever I choose
And I'll sing the blues if I want

Whatever you do
Whatever you say
Yeah I know it's alright

Whatever you do
Whatever you say
Yeah I know it's alright



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