About The Song
Oasis’s “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” released in 1996, is a heartfelt and anthemic ballad that has become one of the band’s most iconic songs. Written by Oasis guitarist and primary songwriter Noel Gallagher, the song’s soaring melody, uplifting lyrics, and memorable chorus have made it a beloved classic in the realm of Britpop and rock music.
With lead vocalist Liam Gallagher’s emotive delivery and Noel Gallagher’s melodic guitar work, “Don’t Look Back in Anger” captures the spirit of resilience and optimism in the face of adversity. The song’s message of forgiveness and letting go of past grievances resonates with listeners, offering a sense of hope and renewal.
Upon its release, “Don’t Look Back in Anger” became a major hit, topping the charts and earning widespread acclaim for its emotional depth and musical craftsmanship. Its success helped to solidify Oasis’s status as one of the defining bands of the 1990s Britpop movement, and the song remains a fan favorite to this day.
As we revisit “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” we celebrate Oasis’s enduring legacy and the lasting impact of this iconic song. Its timeless appeal and universal message continue to resonate with audiences, reminding us of the power of music to heal and inspire.
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Lyric
[Verse 1]
Slip inside the eye of your mind
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
Slowly fade away[Pre-Chorus]
So I start a revolution from my bed
‘Cause you said the brains I had went to my head
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[Chorus]
And so, Sally can wait
She knows it’s too late as we’re walkin’ on by
Her soul slides away
But “Don’t look back in anger,” I heard you say[Verse 2]
Take me to the place where you go
Where nobody knows
If it’s night or day
Please don’t put your life in the hands
Of a rock ‘n’ roll band
Who’ll throw it all away[Pre-Chorus]
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[Chorus]
And 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[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
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[Outro]
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”