: Noel was inspired by George Harrison’s 1968 solo instrumental album, Wonderwall Music , seeing it as a perfect "Beatles connection".
: Noel gave Liam a choice to sing either "Wonderwall" or "Don't Look Back in Anger." Liam chose "Wonderwall," and Noel took the lead on the latter. The Music Video
Released in October 1995, is the era-defining anthem of the Britpop movement and the lead single from Oasis's landmark second album, (What's the Story) Morning Glory? . Written by Noel Gallagher and sung by his brother Liam, the track catapulted the band to global superstardom, becoming the first Britpop song to crack the major U.S. charts. Behind the Song Oasis - Wonderwall (Official Video)
"Wonderwall" remains one of the most covered songs in rock history, with artists like Ryan Adams and Radiohead performing their own takes. It continues to be a staple of culture, recently appearing in a karaoke scene in Ted Lasso .
: Though a cellist appears in the video, the cello sound was actually created using a Mellotron tape-playback keyboard. : Noel was inspired by George Harrison’s 1968
: The video was filmed at Rockfield Studios in Monmouth, the same place the album was recorded. Enduring Legacy
: While long rumored to be about Noel's then-girlfriend Meg Mathews, Noel later clarified it describes an "imaginary friend" who is coming to save you from yourself. Behind the Song "Wonderwall" remains one of the
Filmed on September 30, 1995, the official video captures the band's peak aesthetic. It features several artistic choices and trivia: