Cigarettes & Alcohol
Oasis · There And Then - DVD
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
Cos 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
Cos when it comes on top . . .
You gotta make it happen!
Cigarettes & Alcohol
Released on the 1994 compilation album There And Then, "Cigarettes & Alcohol" stands as a quintessential track from Oasis's early career. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of melodic pop hooks and gritty, working-class rock energy that defined their sound in the mid-90s. Featuring the iconic "Hey, Hey, Hey" chorus, the recording captures the raw, anthemic quality of their debut era before they achieved global superstardom. It remains a staple of their discography, frequently covered by tribute acts and cited as a defining moment in Britpop history. The track showcases the collaborative songwriting between brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher, delivering a message of youthful rebellion and hedonism that resonated deeply with audiences of the time.