Cigarettes and Alcohol
Oasis
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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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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.
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Lyrics InspirationThe 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.
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Musical ElementsThe song's main riff is lifted from T. Rex's "Get it On".
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Album ImportanceThis song is an essential track from one of the best selling debut albums in UK history.
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Controversial StatementThe 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.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 7 in the UK charts, further cementing Oasis' growing reputation in the music industry.
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Pop Culture SignificanceThe song has been declared as the anthem for the '90s generation of British youth, often associated with the "lad culture" movement.
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RecognitionNME magazine placed "Cigarettes & Alcohol" at number 10 in its list of the 50 Greatest Indie Anthems Ever.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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Live PerformancesThe song became a staple of Oasis' live sets, often used as an encore.
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Band’s OpinionThe song is particularly cherished by Liam Gallagher, who once claimed it was his favorite Oasis song.
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