Rock 'N' Roll Star
Oasis
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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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Written by: Noel Gallagher
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6 facts about this song
Music Production1. "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".
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Cultural Significance3. 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.
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Song Popularity5. 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.
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Performances7. 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.
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Video Creation9. 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.
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Impact and Influence11. "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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