Take Five: Oasis’ Biggest Smash Hits

Considering the always volatile and contentious relationship among brothers Noel and Ian Gallagher, the idea that Oasis would ever reunite seemed unlikely. But here we are in 2025/6, and the ‘90s superstar hitmakers have not only reunited, but by most accounts seem to be getting along well (or at least keeping any sniping out of the press). For fans who love Oasis’ music, these are very welcome developments.

With more than 75 million albums sold, the English band ranks among the most best-selling artists of all time. In their original run, Oasis released seven studio albums, two live sets, and many singles and videos. Their sound combined then-trendy Britpop textures with a distinctively classic rock mindset that drew unashamedly from the band’s heroes, most notably the Beatles and Sex Pistols. They scored many hits, but their most substantial success came with their first and second albums. In celebration of the 30th anniversary last October of their second album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory – and of the current reunion – here’s a roundup of Oasis’ five biggest smashes, all written by guitarist Noel Gallagher and voiced in brother Liam’s inimitable style.

“Supersonic” from Definitely Maybe (1994)
Released in April 1994, the debut single from Oasis appeared in stores four months ahead of their first album. Technically a demo recording, “Supersonic” nonetheless was released by the band’s UK label, Creation Records. The song was written and recorded in a single day at very minimal cost. On its release, the tune charted in four countries, going double-platinum in the UK. In the U.S., “Supersonic” rose to the No. 18 position on Billboard’s Hot Singles Sales chart.

“Live Forever” from Definitely Maybe (1994)
Oasis’ second single, “Shakermaker” made it to No. 11 in the UK, earning the band a Gold record. But when their third single, “Live Forever” was released days ahead of Definitely Maybe, it climbed to the No. 8 spot, earning triple-Platinum status, and eventually charting in eight countries. Liam Gallagher has named “Live Forever” as his favorite Oasis song.

“Champagne Supernova” from (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? (1995)
Leaning in a ballad direction, the soaring “Champagne Supernova” is a standout track on Oasis’ second album, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory. While that album was released in October 1995, “Champagne Supernova” was released as a single – the album’s sixth – some seven months later. A worldwide hit, the single earned triple-Platinum designation in the UK, but remarkably didn’t chart in the U.S. at all (though it remains a popular album track and a live favorite).

“Don’t Look Back in Anger” from (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? (1995)
The fifth single from Oasis’ second long player, “Don’t Look Back in Anger” is one of the band’s most representative tunes. The group’s second single to reach the top spot in the UK, it eventually earned 6x Platinum status. “Don’t Look Back in Anger” charted in ten countries, reaching No. 55 in the United States. The song’s striking resemblance – especially in its opening chords – to John Lennon’s “Imagine” doesn’t seem to have hurt its prospects in any way.

“Wonderwall” from (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? (1995)
Perhaps the most well-known and beloved of all Oasis songs, “Wonderwall” is also the group’s most popular song. It’s also a widely popular selection for first-time guitarists to tackle. The song was certified 8x Platinum in the United Kingdom, and earned Oasis its first gold record in the U.S. The single climbed to the Top Ten in six countries, and Top 20 in three others.