Rock 'N' Roll Star

Oasis

About Rock 'N' Roll Star

"Rock 'n' Roll Star" is a song by English rock band Oasis. It is the opening track from their record breaking debut album, Definitely Maybe (1994). Like the majority of the band's songs from this era, it was written by lead guitarist Noel Gallagher. Noel said that "Rock 'n' Roll Star" was one of only three songs in which he wanted to say something: "I've pretty much summed up everything I wanted to say in "Rock 'n' Roll Star", "Live Forever" and "Cigarettes & Alcohol", after that I'm repeating myself, but in a different way". It was released as a radio single in America. The song's video, directed by Nigel Dick, consists of clips of the band performing the song from their Live by the Sea gig, interspersed with clips of them on Southend Pier, in and around the amusement park, 'Adventure Island' then named 'Peter Pan's Playground' and in the bowling alley which was located on Southend Pier before it burnt down in June 1995 by Ian Thain of Basildon Essex. The song was featured on the band's 2000 live album and DVD, Familiar to Millions, and another live version was recorded at a 2 July 2005 concert at the City of Manchester Stadium and released on the band's single "Let There Be Love" in late 2005. 


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1995
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I live my life in the city
There's no easy way out
The day's moving just too fast for me
I need some time in the sunshine
I gotta slow it right down
The day's moving just too fast for me

I live my life for the stars that shine
People say it's just a waste of time
Then they say I should feed my head
That to me was just a day in bed
I'll take my car and drive real far
They're not concerned about the way we are
In my mind my dreams are real
Now we're concerned about the way I feel

Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star
Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star

I live my life in the city
There's no easy way out
The day's moving just too fast for me
I need some time in the sunshine
I gotta slow it right down
The day's moving just too fast for me

I live my life for the stars that shine
People say it's just a waste of time
Then they say I should feed my head
That to me was just a day in bed
I'll take my car and drive real far
They're not concerned about the way we are
In my mind my dreams are real
Now we're concerned about the way I feel

Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star
Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star
Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star

You're not down with who I am
Look at you now you're all in my hands tonight

Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star
Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star
Tonight I'm a rock 'n' roll star

It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll
It's just rock 'n' roll

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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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6 facts about this song

Music Production
1. "Rock 'N' Roll Star" is the opening track of the debut studio album "Definitely Maybe" by the British rock band Oasis released in 1994. 2. Oasis band member, Noel Gallagher, is the writer of "Rock 'N' Roll Star".
Cultural Significance
3. The line "In my mind my dreams are real" from "Rock 'N' Roll Star" has been cited as a summary of Oasis' attitude towards their music and their position in the world. 4. "Rock 'N' Roll Star" is often interpreted as a song about the determination and ambition of those who seek fame and fortune regardless of the obstacles they may face.
Song Popularity
5. Although "Rock 'N' Roll Star" was never released as a single, it is one of Oasis' most iconic songs and is often played as the opening song at their concerts. 6. The song is consistently ranked among the best tracks in the Oasis discography by fans and critics alike.
Performances
7. During Oasis' live performances, "Rock 'N' Roll Star" was typically included in their setlist. 8. Liam Gallagher, lead vocalist of Oasis, would often dedicate "Rock 'N' Roll Star" to the fans, referring to them as the 'real rock 'n' roll stars.
Video Creation
9. The accompanying music video for "Rock 'N' Roll Star" is mainly composed of clips of Oasis performing live, highlighting their status as a prominent rock band of the time. 10. The music video for "Rock 'N' Roll Star" also includes scenes from everyday life, reflecting the song's themes of common people dreaming of stardom.
Impact and Influence
11. "Rock 'N' Roll Star" is highly influential in the Britpop genre and set the stage for the massive success of Oasis in the mid-1990s. 12. It's often credited with helping to popularize the typically British style of rock 'n' roll known as "Britpop" globally.

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