Oasis

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I haven't seen your face 'round since I was a kid
You're bringing back those memories of the things that we did
You're hanging round and climbing trees pretending to fly
Do you wanna be a spaceman and live in the sky
You got how many bills to pay and how many kids?
And you forgot about the things that we did
The town where we're living has made you a man
And all of your dreams are washed away in the sand

[Chorus 1]
Well, it's alright, it's alright
Who are you and me to say what's wrong and what's right
Do you still feel like me (do you feel like me)
We sit down here and we shall see (we shall see)
We can talk and find common ground (common ground)
And we can just forget about feeling down
We can just forget about life in this town

[Verse 2]
It's funny how your dreams change as you're growing old
You don't wanna be no spaceman, you just wanted gold
All the dream stealers are lying in wait
But if you wanna be a spaceman, it's still not too late
[Chorus 2]
Well, it's alright, and it's alright
Who are you and me to say what's wrong and what's right
Do you still feel like me (do you feel like me)
We sit down here and we shall see (we shall see)
We can talk about common ground (common ground)
And we can just forget about feeling down
We can just forget about life in this town

With its B-side release in 1994, “D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman” immediately captured the hearts of Oasis fans who were eagerly anticipating the new release of their second album, “(What's the Story) Morning Glory?”. An instant classic, this song stands the test of time, showing the band’s versatility in their music-making and their signature sound.

About D’Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman

“D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman” was written by the lead guitarist of Oasis, Noel Gallagher. It was featured as a B-side of the single "Shakermaker" and later included on the 2014 remastered version of their debut album “Definitely Maybe” alongside other B-sides. The song speaks of youthful dreams that never took off, and the lull of middle-class life.

The song opens with an acoustic guitar riff, reminiscent of the Beatles, before quickly kicking in the signature Oasis sound, with heavy drums, a bass guitar and electric guitar feeding back through an intense guitar solo. The sound is infused with a dreamy and nostalgic vibe with the steady, mellow backing vocals on the chorus, originating from Liam Gallagher's echoing voice splitting into two parts. The lyrics discuss the idea of reaching for the stars, but ultimately resigning to the mediocrity of real life, and a strong sense of longing for something inexplicable beyond.

“D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman” is regarded as one of Noel Gallagher's most poetic songs, and it quickly gained a cult following, its lyrics deeply resonating with fans from all around the world. It brings to life the idea of space travel, a fascination that was popular in British youth culture at the time, bringing forth the concept that life can feel almost like a countdown to something far more spectacular.

The composition structure of the song is effortless and intricate. Seamlessly blending rock and roll with folk themes, it is a masterpiece that has a timeless quality, with strong themes of independence and self-belief woven between its lyrics and melody.

The song has retained its popularity throughout the years and is still regarded as one of the bands’ greatest achievements. Along with tracks like "Wonderwall" and "Champagne Supernova", it has become synonymous with the bands’ unmatched musical expertise.

Conclusion

“D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman” is a lyrical and instrumental masterpiece that depicts the young and innocent aspirations that surround every human being's life. The song's unique structure, coupled with its poetic lyrics, creates a piece of music that is peerless in British rock history. Its influence can be traced in modern-day music, and its popularity is expected only to soar in the coming decades. This is just one of the many reasons why Oasis' music remains relevant even today, and their fans still adore them

• Release Date: June 13, 1994
• Artist: Oasis