Lock All the Doors
First recorded: 2 Feb 2015 — Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds at The Dome, London, GB
Most recent: 16 Aug 2024 — Liam Gallagher at Boucher Road Playing Fields, Belfast, GB
By artist
| Artist | Plays | Gigs |
|---|---|---|
| Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds | 166 | 166 |
| Liam Gallagher | 16 | 16 |
Quick facts
- Release
- Chasing Yesterday
- Release year
- 2015
- Lyrics
- Available
- Recorded live plays
- 182 across 182 gigs
Lyrics
She wore a star-shaped tambourine
Prettiest girl I'd ever seen
Was standing lost and lonely on the shore
I tried to catch her every night
Dancing on the road in her candlelight
But I can't seem to reach her anymore
Lock all the doors
Maybe they'll never find us
I could be sure, like never before, this time
Get on the floor!
Turn all the lights off inside
I could be sure, like never before, this time
You know it's mine
You know it's mine
She never hears me when I speak
I gotta find out where that magic sleeps
And I can feel you underneath my skin
Ready for take-off, warm inside
'Cause I don't wanna sail on the ocean wide
'Cause we might never live to meet again
Lock all the doors
Maybe they'll never find us
I could be sure, like never before, this time
Get on the floor!
Turn all the lights off inside
I could be sure, like never before, this time
You know it's mine
You know it's mine
Lock all the doors
Maybe they'll never find us
I could be sure, like never before, this time
Get on the floor!
Turn all the lights off inside
I could be sure, like never before, this time
You know it's mine
You know it's mine
You know it's mine
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Notes
Lock All the Doors" is a standout track from Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds’ second album, Chasing Yesterday (2015). Known for its driving rhythm, soaring guitar riffs, and Gallagher’s signature melodic style, the song is a powerful homage to his Britpop roots."Lock All the Doors" is a standout track from Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds’ second album, Chasing Yesterday (2015). Known for its driving rhythm, soaring guitar riffs, and Gallagher’s signature melodic style, the song is a powerful homage to his Britpop roots.
The story of "Lock All the Doors" has a long history, dating back to the early 1990s when Noel was still in the formative stages of his songwriting career with Oasis. Gallagher initially wrote the main chorus during the sessions for their debut album Definitely Maybe, but was never able to fully develop the track at the time. Parts of the melody and lyrics floated around in different demos and live performances over the years, but it wasn't until the Chasing Yesterday sessions that Noel finally completed the song. This long gap between inception and completion gives the track a distinct connection to Oasis' early sound while blending it with the maturity and depth of his later work.
The song’s raw energy and anthemic qualities make it feel right at home alongside some of Oasis’ classic tracks, and in recent years, it's become a beloved fan favourite. In a nod to its origins, Liam Gallagher included a cover of "Lock All the Doors" on his 2024 Definitely Maybe anniversary tour. The cover has generated significant buzz, with fans appreciating the unique take by Liam, especially given the song's deep-rooted connection to their shared musical history
"Lock All the Doors" serves as a testament to Noel Gallagher’s enduring song writing prowess, bridging the gap between his early days with Oasis and his successful solo career with the High Flying Birds.