Cigarettes and Alcohol

Oasis

About Cigarettes and Alcohol

"Cigarettes and Alcohol and Rollerblading" is the eighth episode of the second series of Channel 4 sitcom Father Ted and the fourteenth episode overall. Its name references the Oasis song "Cigarettes & Alcohol".


Year:
2001
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Is it my imagination
Or have I finally found something worth living for?
I was looking for some action
But all I found was cigarettes and alcohol

You could wait for a lifetime
To spend your days in the sunshine
You might as well do the white line
'Cause when it comes on top . . .

You gotta make it happen!
Is it worth the aggravation
To find yourself a job when there's nothing worth working for?
It's a crazy situation

But all I need are cigarettes and alcohol!
You could wait for a lifetime
To spend your days in the sunshine
You might as well do the white line

'Cause when it comes on top...
You gotta make it happen!

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Oasis

Oasis were an English rock band formed in Manchester in 1991. Developed from an earlier group, the Rain, the band originally consisted of Liam Gallagher (lead vocals, tambourine), Paul Arthurs (guitar), Paul McGuigan (bass guitar), and Tony McCarroll (drums). Upon returning to Manchester, Liam's older brother Noel Gallagher (lead guitar, vocals) joined as a fifth member, which formed the band's core and settled line-up. During the course of their existence, they had various line-up changes, though the Gallagher brothers remained as the staple members. more »

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Written by: Noel Gallagher

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Cigarettes and Alcohol" is the fourth single released from the debut album "Definitely Maybe" by the renowned British rock band Oasis in the year 1994.
Lyrics Inspiration
The lyrics of the song discuss an endless routine of work with no reward, reflecting lead songwriter Noel Gallagher's feelings around the time he was a construction worker.
Musical Elements
The song's main riff is lifted from T. Rex's "Get it On".
Album Importance
This song is an essential track from one of the best selling debut albums in UK history.
Controversial Statement
The song controversially starts with the lyrics "Is it my imagination, or have I finally found something worth living for?" It seemed to suggest cigarettes and alcohol as alternatives to the grind of daily life.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 7 in the UK charts, further cementing Oasis' growing reputation in the music industry.
Pop Culture Significance
The song has been declared as the anthem for the '90s generation of British youth, often associated with the "lad culture" movement.
Recognition
NME magazine placed "Cigarettes & Alcohol" at number 10 in its list of the 50 Greatest Indie Anthems Ever.
Music Video
The music video of the song was filmed on a council estate in Hackney, East London. The video featured all five members of the band and some of their friends.
Live Performances
The song became a staple of Oasis' live sets, often used as an encore.
Band’s Opinion
The song is particularly cherished by Liam Gallagher, who once claimed it was his favorite Oasis song.

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