In honour of the 30th anniversary of their iconic debut album Definitely Maybe, Oasis has partnered with Vevo to release a new Footnotes episode, offering fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their breakthrough hit "Live Forever." This third single from the album marked Oasis’s first foray into the UK Top 10 and is credited with launching the band into the global spotlight.

The Footnotes episode provides a detailed exploration of "Live Forever," including commentary from the band members and an in-depth analysis of its music videos. The UK version, directed by Carlos Grasso, features symbolic imagery such as New York’s Strawberry Fields memorial, a nod to John Lennon. Meanwhile, the US version, directed by Nick Egan, shows the band surrounded by images of rock icons like Kurt Cobain and Jim Morrison, further cementing the song's legacy as an anthem of resilience.

Oasis's recent announcement of a long-awaited reunion tour has reignited interest in their music, with a staggering 804% increase in music video views in the UK and 531% in the US. Classics like "Champagne Supernova," "Don’t Look Back In Anger," and "Wonderwall" have seen the most significant spikes in viewership, as both old and new fans revisit the band’s catalog.

The episode also features Liam Gallagher reflecting on the personal significance of "Live Forever," which remains one of his favorite tracks. Written by Noel Gallagher before he joined the band, "Live Forever" is hailed as the song that changed the course of Oasis's career, capturing a message of defiance and hope that continues to resonate.

As the song celebrates three decades, it has also been certified triple platinum by the British Phonographic Industry as of July 2024, reaffirming its lasting impact. With the reunion tour ahead and a renewed interest in their early work, Oasis’s legacy as one of the defining bands of their era is more evident than ever.

FULL FOOTNOTES BELOW:

0:36 - The 29th of August 2024, marks 30 years since the release of Oasis’ classic debut album “Definitely Maybe”. 

0:59 - “Live Forever” became the band’s first single to enter the UK Top 10 Official Singles Chart. 

1:15 - Critically acclaimed, “Live Forever” is also one of the most loved songs in the UK. 

1:40 - Noel Gallagher wrote this song in 1991 before he joined the band.

2:00 - “It was the tune that changed everything” says Noel Gallagher reflecting on the success of the single.

2:19 - The video was directed by Carlos Grasso. Locations featured in the video include the Strawberry Fields memorial, the area of New York City's Central Park dedicated to John Lennon.

2:35 - The single cover features 251 Menlove Avenue in Liverpool, the childhood home of John Lennon. 

3:00 - The US version was directed by Nick Egan and features the band playing in an office surrounded by images of icons such as Sid Vicious, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, John Lennon and Jimi Hendrix on the wall. 

3:50 -  “I think the words still mean something powerful. You talk about Oasis capturing a spirit, and I think that song is how a lot of people feel when they’re down on their luck.” 

4:10 - In July, 2024, the British Phonographic Industry certified the song triple platinum.

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