I'm lucky enough to live in a culture where nobody knows this song and I only was exposed to it a few years ago so I can appreciate it in relative piece of mind. Don't Look Back In Anger is what introduced me to Oasis
Normal kid listening to new Oasis album: "oh wow. cool. Young Rick Beato listening to new Oasis album: "oh wow. That is a completely unexpected timing of the entrance by Alan White on the drums there. Is he playing with dowels? cool."
A lot of people like to hate on this song - but Rick is right. It is a great tune for its simplicity, soul and execution. I'm glad you did this. Don't shy away because people resent a mega-hit that is overplayed in guitar shops. Nice analysis of the song as always!
You know, people bitch about Oasis because they were the last real rock ‘n’ roll band. If you don’t have a visceral reaction one way or the other then no one gives a damn about you.
The only reason people hate it now is because it somehow crept into the memesphere of jokes. I have no idea how the meme cycle works to revivivy these old forgotten classics into either smash hits again (i.e. Africa by Toto) or the butt of a loathed joke (like this song), but if I ever figure it out, I may just have unlocked the power of human congregationalism.
The entrance of the drums is a slick reference to the drumming term “backbeat”. The lyric says “backbeat” then the drummer echos that by playing the backbeat on the snare.
This is the song that made me pick up a guitar for the first time. A friend in 7th grade was telling me about it and sort of sang one of the lyrics. Shortly thereafter, I heard it for the first time, on the radio on the way home from a trumpet lesson. I made my mom stop talking and turned up the volume. I was blown away. Thank you, Noel and Liam, for such an incredible, powerful song. Thank you, Rick, for illuminating all of the intricacies that make this song great.
I was in a band at uni in the 90s here in the uk. The guitarist got a hold of this track early on bootleg and we did an impromptu acoustic version before a gig whilst we were setting up ... I looked up and will never forget the faces of the people in the bar stood listening with their mouths open ... I think they thought we’d written it 😅 Thanks for the analysis Rick -only just found your channel so playing catch-up but your choice of music really matches what our band was into back in those uni days ... happy memories 👍
@@fullthrottle2008 dont think they did ,, they done definetly maybe with the release of supersonic and i think live forever live , but it was wonderwall thats when they really took off ,, and the rest is history 👍🏻
@@fullthrottle2008 so through all the noise and music etc you lot figured out the arrangement an chords the words just by ear ,,, also your uni band was playing wonderwall before oasis even put it out there 😂,,, please stop ,, your just digging a deeper hole for yourself 😂
This is the first song I ever listened to for the production. The way the drums come in after he calls out "backbeat" was the coolest thing my 15yr old brain had ever heard and instantly made this song one of my favourites
First of all, everyone needs to like this because it's too cool not be mentioned: A second guitar comes in with the drums on the second verse, it's tuned to EADGAD, but still has the capo on the 2nd fret. They also play a variation and you'll notice the low thirds (G# and D#) on the E and B chords. Magical.
I play this song on acoustic guitar every year for my High School students in all my classes. It's a song that every generation since Oasis has come across or has heard somewhere. I have even done sing-a-longs to it with students on multiple guitars. I plan on showing this video to my classes this semester. Your video is an excellent example of an instructional speech and an informative speech. Thanks for all of your hard and creative work on your channels Rick!
Bands today are quite literally not ALLOWED to sound like a band in the mainstream. Because the moment anything band-like enters the mainstream, they'll be reduced to... well, anything you see on Spotify charts. Electronic drums, synths, tuned vocals. This is what happens to every mainstream band post-2010 and that's why we don't have anything like Oasis hitting the mainstream.
i know nothing of music theory but i love oasis, and i love hearing the parts/instruments separated from each other, gives me a new perspective! your commentary is fascinating even though i only understand bits and pieces
Your breakdown of the songs is making me rethink some of my songwriting choices and highlights just how weak my music theory is...back to the drawing board. But I love it!
I hear Liam wanted to sing Don't Look back in anger, Noel had to play a little mind games to get Liam to sing Wonderwall. Noel was and still is a genius, Liam owns Wonderwall and Noel owns Don't Look Back In Anger rightly
Epic. I remember when Oasis made it Big and it was amazing. Such a great time. Noel writes amazing songs, Liam has a great voice and attitude and both guys are Rock Stars. It’s something that’s missing today - there’s lots of good music but not many Rock Stars. This was Golden era for sure. Soooo many great songs. Well done Oasis 👏👏👌
Mmm right? I actually started laughing when he sat down because of the history and over-memeyfication of the song. Homeless people in nepal know this song. The Bears in kamtchatka know the first few lines by heart, the statues of easter island cant stand it anymore and smokey the bear hates it because of the link to campfires all around the US, starting wildfires all year round for the last 23 years.
THANK YOU, Rick for giving this song the much needed breakdown it deserves. I think in contemporary times, this song is SO world famous in music history that it can be easily riffed on, taken the piss out of, or whatever - which I always found to be so annoying. This song is GREAT. Most of us listeneners dont know WHY its great until YOU break it down for us - the drum part where Alan comes in, the dissonace, the Suss chords, Noel's writing, Liam's VOICE. Ugh. This is truly one of the best songs ever written - accoriding to their new MG25 releases they recorded this in 1-2 takes. Brilliant. Long live rock and roll. Thanks, Rick!
You’ve made me fall back in love with this song. I remember it coming out and being blown away but it soon became the obvious oasis song with it being played every 5 minutes on every station and I became sick of it. This breakdown has gave it a new lease of life for me. Thanks ❤️
When he started playing the intro, I was like, _"Really?"_ But this is credit where credit's due; I always wondered how such a simple tune could be so haunting; now I know. Thank you!
Yeah... never mind all the millions of people all around the world who bought the records or played the song for singalongs and performed it busking or in pubs and bars for the last 23 years. :D
Both Liverpool and Manchester are both close to the Irish sea/ old port towns. The accents are nasal because of it and that comes through in the singing voice. A lot of the Mersey beat bands from the 60s had that same sound and a lot of tge 90s bands hailing from the same areas did too because they were often singing in their own accent and vernacular, so the nasal tone comes through. Noone's 'copying' anyone, they're just singing in their own natural accents.
No matter what people said, I will never get boring listening to this song. Almost everytime I listened to it, I will sing along to it. If all song that stuck in my head is charted like Billboard Hot 100, Wonderwall will get the longest #1.
Nice video as always! I find it fascinating that I really like hearing the individual parts by themselves, more than when mixed together. I'm not sure why - usually it's the opposite.
I wonder if Rick does a little remixing some times. He has access to the individual tracks to be able to solo them. Some of the songs he does on here don't sound exactly like the album versions to my ear.
Nahre Sol When I listen to these individual tracks, it’s like I’m able to really appreciate all the parts involved. The drum track really adds to the song once you listen carefully to it
Thats the really fascinating thing about recording, and engineering in such a creative way. Sounds can trick your ears, just as the eyes get fooled by illusions! I know i was sitting here, hearing these tunes being picked apart, and I'm thinking, now how exactly would a cover band do the tune justice without having 17 members?
Saw the DLBiA vid and came here. Such good breakdowns of the songs. I especially appreciate your comments on Alan's drums. Although I'm a guitar player and near worship Noel I've always thought White was an incredible drummer. He delivered this kind of effort on every Oasis track he played on. Cheers Rick!
I was obsessed with Oasis in my teenage years. used to sneak up early to put on the record and listen to this song at a minimal volume not to wake anyone.
It may seem irrelevant and I know this sounds like an almost idiotic comment but I always thought the tambourine really helped lift this track in a great way. It's brilliantly full sounding, at a great mid/high pitch which seems perfect for the song and it's been played ( or edited later ) with great feel. This was also the first track I learned to play the drums to and one of the first songs I learned on guitar so for me like many others - it has a very important place in my music past and life. Thanks again Rick!!
Rick your Knowledge of music and theory is absolutely astonishing. I am so happy I stumbled upon your channel a few months ago, and I have been obsessed ever since. I was so happy to see how much content you have and I am currently on a marathon to watch all of the "what makes this song great" playlist then I look forward to hopping onto the other playlists. God bless you for all the effort and time you put into these extremely in depth breakdowns brother. Keep it up cause we all appreciate the dedication and content!
I think the musicianship in Oasis has always been underrated, Rick your breakdown demonstrated that beautifuly. It's such a powerful song and like so many of their tracks incredibly hard to cover well.
i love this song. I get a real sense of wisdom of knowing how shitty things can feel but you just have to accept things for what they are but there will always be that sense of regret and longing to have done things differently.
Rick Beato makes listening to songs we have known for years like they are brand new things. Thanks... Ill never get sick of listening to you break these tracks down.
I’m a crazy American Oasis fan! I love most of their work especially the work in the 90s. I’m glad he did this and hope in the future he does more Oasis catalogue!
"Having different things played on different sides creates a thing called stereo." "Producers out there...don't put the same things in both speakers." Savage. But too true.
Incredible breakdown, as a drummer I was always obsessed of AW's drum fills in this song and it always filled me with wonder and inspired me to be creative. I used to play really heavy with brush sticks but couldn't understand why I never quite reached that perfectly melodic snare brush stroke fill!! Now I know it was all about the type of stick used. Amazing, thank you for this x
i am spam watching all these great song videos bc i just started watching this channel & it's so bittersweet. most of them came out when i was 5-15 & there are so many songs i loved as a kid but got put off bc people said they were overplayed or overrated & i agreed. just hearing these modern classic songs broken down & the parts isolated reminds me finally that they're beautiful. it's sad & happy being jaded for so long & finally allowed to love popular music.
Man, this is a great video. I'm a big Oasis fan and I've played that track more times than I care to say but listening to your breakdown made it seem fresh all over again. I really, really enjoyed this! And, obviously, sub'd.
Like exactly the same thing here man. It's one of these real fucking anthem of the 90s. They don't make em like that anymore. These things live forever, excuse the pun.
I smiled for this entire video, thinking a) how cool this song is, and b) how lucky I am to have Rick Beato dissect another song and educate me further in great writing and recording techniques. Cheers Rick!
If you turn up the volume and listen very closely there is actually a "hidden" acoustic riff at the very end! Also worth noting that it's played without a capo unlike the main acoustic part
Rick I have been an avid watcher of your videos now for about 9 months. You are an amazing talent. You know your stuff and you break things down in an interesting and understandable way. Thanks for your videos. I really look forward to new ones all the time.
Can’t believe we’re JUST seeing this video! “Wonderwall” is one of our all-time favorite songs ever writen-period.(No matter how many times it’s been played, LOL😂) Thanks for the video and sharing this Rick.🙏🏻🎧-Chris
I like your thorough analysis. I don’t remember ever hearing this song and if I had heard it on my own I might have given it 10 seconds before I would have tuned out. Thanks for bringing it to life. Also just wanted to mention that my heart goes out to you concerning your Auntie. You are so blessed to have her. God bless you Rick.
I don't see how whether or not you like the band members should have an affect on how you listen to the music. I mean, I saw the reports & stuff, didn't care for it, but didn't change my opinion of the songs. I liked all their hits, catchy & often times the songs move me. Rick's breakdown gives me even more appreciation of this song. Funny, I've heard it thousands of times but never picked up all the details pointed out here. Anyway, can't wait to listen to it all the way through on my headphones now.
This is like watching an art critic break down a painting and the artist behind it…it gives me a renewed appreciation for music I’ve listened to countless times.
Wow! Just wow! I´m in tears. You just opened my whole world! I have never, ever had something explained this pro and easy! Going through this series is mindblowing and so educational. Thank you
I wonder if Noel had any idea of the music theory behind this song or if it was all instinct. He described this period as a time he could do no wrong, where everything was just quickly pouring out of him. It's amazing when an artist reaches that rare flow state.
Basically I think, the minor -major changes make this song special! In Greece we have a word called χαρμολυπη, charmoleepee which means joy and sorrow at the same time.There is not exactly this word in other languages, but this word comes to me when I hear this song....
Fantastic, Rick! I do hope you continue this series; it’s very enjoyable, and very educational! I would indeed love to hear a breakdown of a track by The Smiths.
Rick, I love Oasis... the way you broke this song down to all it's components is amazing... I now appreciate this song more because of this video... thank you Rick.
rick beato is one of the best things to ever happen to youtube . . .
One of the best things to happen to music currently!
Yes Sir, and the rage is about to begin. Rick Beato is going to be huge as time passes.
@@augmentedkeys5971 So you are a fake account Dave? Well, after looking at your page, yeah you sure are. Please go be foolish somewhere else.
@@augmentedkeys5971 ? I, no fake. What is this?
I have been watching him over and over. His analysis is amazing ins't it.
That whole album is a masterpiece.
It was...but all their "B-Sides" were so much better.
CodeBleu724 Oasis B-sides were better than every other bands best songs. They were levels above everyone
Max Leslie very true
@@CodeBleu724 There B-sides were better than everything they released from Be Here Now and later.
Every single track.....
I know a lot of people are quite sniffy about this song but when you forget all that and just listen to it, it's a bloody good song.
I love Oasis and this is a fantastic tune, if the music snobs don't like it they can go fuck themselves.
They clearly haven't listened to a horse with no name by America.
Bluebuthappy182 you are 100% correct! There’s usually a good reason a track becomes a hit.
I think the problem is it's just the go-to song everyone wants you to
play as a guitar player when you're at a party. And thus it becomes
annoying.
I'm lucky enough to live in a culture where nobody knows this song and I only was exposed to it a few years ago so I can appreciate it in relative piece of mind. Don't Look Back In Anger is what introduced me to Oasis
I'm so glad that you called Liam a good singer because he really is.
I hate when people say that he isn't.
Depends
Depends what Liam you’re on about, prime Liam was one of the best voices around. 2004 Liam, let’s not go there
He is still great. He has been able to recover well.
I agree. I always liked Liam and Noel’s signing .
@@djdjdjdjhdjjd7819 2004 Liam had an undiagnosed thyroid problem that was wrecking his voice IIRC.
Fantastic example of a song that gets overlooked by musicians for being "simple" but has a lot more going on than initially meets the ear.
only a simplemind would call it simple. Most musicians can't even spell sus much less know what it is.
Yeah ... I don't know. You can say many things about "Don't look back in anger", but calling it 'overlooked' would be a bit of a stretch.
So you picked up on him getting the strumming pattern wrong?
Normal kid listening to new Oasis album:
"oh wow. cool.
Young Rick Beato listening to new Oasis album:
"oh wow. That is a completely unexpected timing of the entrance by Alan White on the drums there. Is he playing with dowels? cool."
That's the funniest comment
Beato was no kid when Oasis came out
Rick’s “are kid” as they say in Manchester
Chris Hopkins I think you mean "our kid" mate 😉
@@aaronsmith3699 Are kid Our kid people from Manchester sound like nasally mongs regardless what they say.
A lot of people like to hate on this song - but Rick is right. It is a great tune for its simplicity, soul and execution. I'm glad you did this. Don't shy away because people resent a mega-hit that is overplayed in guitar shops. Nice analysis of the song as always!
You know, people bitch about Oasis because they were the last real rock ‘n’ roll band. If you don’t have a visceral reaction one way or the other then no one gives a damn about you.
Hey, tony glen! I remember you from the demo of the Oscar smhidt gold top!
The only reason people hate it now is because it somehow crept into the memesphere of jokes. I have no idea how the meme cycle works to revivivy these old forgotten classics into either smash hits again (i.e. Africa by Toto) or the butt of a loathed joke (like this song), but if I ever figure it out, I may just have unlocked the power of human congregationalism.
Ha - yes that's me - king of cheap guitars.
@Colin Rickets : you had plenty of occasions to sing football 's coming home this world cup....
The entrance of the drums is a slick reference to the drumming term “backbeat”.
The lyric says “backbeat” then the drummer echos that by playing the backbeat on the snare.
You think this was intended? That's super clever of him and you if it is (you either way though)
@@mezzuna
Yes it was, and no it wasn't.
Great little snippet of info there. Nice one.
Actually Noel said that it just sounded right for him and decided to follow his instinct, even though everyone told him it was off
Yeah, that and "cello" would sound dumb in a lyric.
Times were much easier when this band ruled the world.
life was exiting on the mid 90's when oasis was on top, with the necessary touch of chaos.
This band "Ruled the world"????? Really?
d stinger Times are hard when things have got no meaning
Rockdawg yes they are
@@rockdawg9192 95-97
Wonderwall has this unique vibe that was felt in middle of 90s.
This Series in one of the greatest things that ever happened to music lovers on TH-cam
Couldn't agree more, dude. How Rick put his explanation through each part/section of the song is sublime.
professor of rock channel thank me later
I love that guy
Probably the greatest.
Damn, never realized the quality of drumming on this song till now.
100%
He legit starts out with a "here's Wonderwall" moment.
Really hope you do Champagne Supernova!
I honestly had never heard that baseline until it was isolated - and now it seems like it just pops in the mix.
I literally had chills hearing Liam’s vocal. Biblical
That is some of the most solid drumming I've EVER heard. Amazing.
Agreed. Growing up a hip hop fan, the drums of this song are what really got in to Oasis.
I was wondering when you'd take a look at OASIS. Guess today is gonna be the day.
Gitarren Tobi I see what ya did there !!
Liam G's voice then was superb. It drips with his Manchester accent and he sound like he really really means the words he is singing.
Man..watching these videos really makes you appreciate 90's music. Damn we had it so good. It will never be the way it was
This is the song that made me pick up a guitar for the first time. A friend in 7th grade was telling me about it and sort of sang one of the lyrics. Shortly thereafter, I heard it for the first time, on the radio on the way home from a trumpet lesson. I made my mom stop talking and turned up the volume. I was blown away. Thank you, Noel and Liam, for such an incredible, powerful song. Thank you, Rick, for illuminating all of the intricacies that make this song great.
That cello is hauntingly beautiful and is a perfect example of why I love music 😢
I was in a band at uni in the 90s here in the uk. The guitarist got a hold of this track early on bootleg and we did an impromptu acoustic version before a gig whilst we were setting up ... I looked up and will never forget the faces of the people in the bar stood listening with their mouths open ... I think they thought we’d written it 😅 Thanks for the analysis Rick -only just found your channel so playing catch-up but your choice of music really matches what our band was into back in those uni days ... happy memories 👍
Thats a lie because this was on their 2nd album 😂 so your saying you had it before it entered the uk charts 😂
@@gummyerin That’s what I recall… although it was a while ago now. Did they ever perform it before release? Our guitarist was a right anorak 🤣
@@fullthrottle2008 dont think they did ,, they done definetly maybe with the release of supersonic and i think live forever live , but it was wonderwall thats when they really took off ,, and the rest is history 👍🏻
@@gummyerin Well just found out Noel played it backstage at Glastonbury in 95… it wasn’t released until October that year….
@@fullthrottle2008 so through all the noise and music etc you lot figured out the arrangement an chords the words just by ear ,,, also your uni band was playing wonderwall before oasis even put it out there 😂,,, please stop ,, your just digging a deeper hole for yourself 😂
This is the first song I ever listened to for the production. The way the drums come in after he calls out "backbeat" was the coolest thing my 15yr old brain had ever heard and instantly made this song one of my favourites
Good Point !
Noel Gallagher songwriting was praised by George Martin, that speaks volumes
George martin as in the man who wrote a song of ice and fire?
@@twoguyskissingpng as in The Beatles producer, haha
@@yuvalh4519 oh lmfao
But George Harrison wasn't a big fan of his songwriting
@@olabergvall3154 He said that oasis would be better just with Noel Gallagher. He was obviously jealous
First of all, everyone needs to like this because it's too cool not be mentioned:
A second guitar comes in with the drums on the second verse, it's tuned to EADGAD, but still has the capo on the 2nd fret. They also play a variation and you'll notice the low thirds (G# and D#) on the E and B chords. Magical.
I play this song on acoustic guitar every year for my High School students in all my classes. It's a song that every generation since Oasis has come across or has heard somewhere. I have even done sing-a-longs to it with students on multiple guitars. I plan on showing this video to my classes this semester. Your video is an excellent example of an instructional speech and an informative speech. Thanks for all of your hard and creative work on your channels Rick!
"Every generation since" mate its the 90s ffs theres 2 generations most
@@vinniesmyyth334 Go easy on him, mate. He's a teacher.
Liams vocal performance is what validates wonderwall as a rock song. Love him so much❤️
A band like Oasis would be huge right now in music because there’s such a void in rock music atm
HaHa. They were huge then.
@@dumpwoodhere that’s not the point they were making. We need something good now!
But at least we have Taylor Swift... : D
Bands today are quite literally not ALLOWED to sound like a band in the mainstream. Because the moment anything band-like enters the mainstream, they'll be reduced to... well, anything you see on Spotify charts. Electronic drums, synths, tuned vocals. This is what happens to every mainstream band post-2010 and that's why we don't have anything like Oasis hitting the mainstream.
I’m from the future……
Absolutely wonderful doubling of electric and acoustic in the pre chorus.
When Liam’s voice was amazing. Slide Away is my favourite his vocal is sublime.
Yeah, Slide Away is a top tune! So many of NG’s songs are killer tho. Listen Up is another favorite!
His voice is still ace
The live for ever demo is absolutely biblical if you think slide away is amazing.
Love this series, great video!
i love how you mentioned Arpeggio of Wonderwall. It's one of my favorite.
i know nothing of music theory but i love oasis, and i love hearing the parts/instruments separated from each other, gives me a new perspective! your commentary is fascinating even though i only understand bits and pieces
Your breakdown of the songs is making me rethink some of my songwriting choices and highlights just how weak my music theory is...back to the drawing board. But I love it!
Love Oasis. My favorite song of theirs is Slide Away.
Me too
Mine is Cast no shadow or live forever
I like Columbia too
Slide Away is my fave Oasis song too! Love from the Philippines!🤘🏼✌🏼🇵🇭
That's a good one
Hi Rick, thanks for including Oasis. What makes this song great? The fact that it was written by Noel Gallagher!!!
Johnny Guitar and sung by Liam!
Olle Rehnfeldt Absolutely, Liam's voice is superb!
I hear Liam wanted to sing Don't Look back in anger, Noel had to play a little mind games to get Liam to sing Wonderwall. Noel was and still is a genius, Liam owns Wonderwall and Noel owns Don't Look Back In Anger rightly
Hey Noel! Never say talent and stupidity can't mix! Yob!
This song great because liam's voice
Epic. I remember when Oasis made it Big and it was amazing. Such a great time. Noel writes amazing songs, Liam has a great voice and attitude and both guys are Rock Stars. It’s something that’s missing today - there’s lots of good music but not many Rock Stars. This was Golden era for sure. Soooo many great songs. Well done Oasis 👏👏👌
This sing just reminds me of a great time to be alive, mid nineties pre social media everyone just happy with what they had
Bro real talk, your level of understanding music is out of this world!
The moment I saw the capo on the acoustic I knew what it was
The only thing missing would have been "Anyway... here's Wonderwall" despite the fact that I know that messes with the general format.
Mmm right? I actually started laughing when he sat down because of the history and over-memeyfication of the song. Homeless people in nepal know this song. The Bears in kamtchatka know the first few lines by heart, the statues of easter island cant stand it anymore and smokey the bear hates it because of the link to campfires all around the US, starting wildfires all year round for the last 23 years.
Mmm fair
Alex. As-yet-undiscovered tribes in the Amazon knew you were going to write that.
THANK YOU, Rick for giving this song the much needed breakdown it deserves. I think in contemporary times, this song is SO world famous in music history that it can be easily riffed on, taken the piss out of, or whatever - which I always found to be so annoying. This song is GREAT. Most of us listeneners dont know WHY its great until YOU break it down for us - the drum part where Alan comes in, the dissonace, the Suss chords, Noel's writing, Liam's VOICE. Ugh. This is truly one of the best songs ever written - accoriding to their new MG25 releases they recorded this in 1-2 takes. Brilliant. Long live rock and roll. Thanks, Rick!
You’ve made me fall back in love with this song. I remember it coming out and being blown away but it soon became the obvious oasis song with it being played every 5 minutes on every station and I became sick of it.
This breakdown has gave it a new lease of life for me. Thanks ❤️
When he started playing the intro, I was like, _"Really?"_ But this is credit where credit's due; I always wondered how such a simple tune could be so haunting; now I know. Thank you!
Finally somebody shows the love to the song it deserves 😬
Yeah... never mind all the millions of people all around the world who bought the records or played the song for singalongs and performed it busking or in pubs and bars for the last 23 years. :D
Mea Dish epic woosh
He's right, that nasal sound is so reminiscent of John Lennon at times. Amazing when you hear it alone.
Lennon didn't have the balls to sing like Liam, and then Yoko took the rest away.
tectonicblond - a wild member of the deaf, dumb, and blind institute has appeared. it's you
Both Liverpool and Manchester are both close to the Irish sea/ old port towns. The accents are nasal because of it and that comes through in the singing voice. A lot of the Mersey beat bands from the 60s had that same sound and a lot of tge 90s bands hailing from the same areas did too because they were often singing in their own accent and vernacular, so the nasal tone comes through. Noone's 'copying' anyone, they're just singing in their own natural accents.
Alan White is one of my all time favourite drummers. Soooooo groovy!
The Don DeLuxe Fun Fact: His father also named Alan played for John Lennon and the band Yes.
@@DonVal86 I'm not sure that's right. His brother is Steve White who played for Paul Weller.
Fun Fact: His name is White because he's a white person.
@@mattgreen5720 You're right, they're not related.
No matter what people said, I will never get boring listening to this song. Almost everytime I listened to it, I will sing along to it. If all song that stuck in my head is charted like Billboard Hot 100, Wonderwall will get the longest #1.
I have always loved Wonderwall, and now I love it even more with your excellent musical breakdown, so thanks very much
Nice video as always! I find it fascinating that I really like hearing the individual parts by themselves, more than when mixed together. I'm not sure why - usually it's the opposite.
I wonder if Rick does a little remixing some times. He has access to the individual tracks to be able to solo them. Some of the songs he does on here don't sound exactly like the album versions to my ear.
Nahre Sol When I listen to these individual tracks, it’s like I’m able to really appreciate all the parts involved. The drum track really adds to the song once you listen carefully to it
Dave Messenheimer Sometimes I wonder if he's using Guitar Hero/Rock Band rips
Thats the really fascinating thing about recording, and engineering in such a creative way. Sounds can trick your ears, just as the eyes get fooled by illusions! I know i was sitting here, hearing these tunes being picked apart, and I'm thinking, now how exactly would a cover band do the tune justice without having 17 members?
To keep it simple: Rick, you're the music teacher we wanted. ♥
Saw the DLBiA vid and came here. Such good breakdowns of the songs. I especially appreciate your comments on Alan's drums. Although I'm a guitar player and near worship Noel I've always thought White was an incredible drummer. He delivered this kind of effort on every Oasis track he played on. Cheers Rick!
I was obsessed with Oasis in my teenage years. used to sneak up early to put on the record and listen to this song at a minimal volume not to wake anyone.
all the oasis songs are so well done. "There are many things I would like to say to you but I don't know how" such beautiful words
It may seem irrelevant and I know this sounds like an almost idiotic comment but I always thought the tambourine really helped lift this track in a great way. It's brilliantly full sounding, at a great mid/high pitch which seems perfect for the song and it's been played ( or edited later ) with great feel. This was also the first track I learned to play the drums to and one of the first songs I learned on guitar so for me like many others - it has a very important place in my music past and life. Thanks again Rick!!
You could do a whole "What makes this song great?" series on Noel Gallagher's songs. He's just an absolutely brilliant songwriter.
what makes this song great?
Liam: John Lennon
What's your name?
Liam: John Lennon.
Liam: not my brother
You know what I mean
@@daviroquay AND THE WAY SHE LOOKS, IS WAAAY BEYOND COMPA-ARE
lol
One of the best things about Mr. Rick Beato is that he just makes you love music more. Fabulous!
Watching this video made me appreciate this song in a way I never thought I would
Rick your Knowledge of music and theory is absolutely astonishing. I am so happy I stumbled upon your channel a few months ago, and I have been obsessed ever since. I was so happy to see how much content you have and I am currently on a marathon to watch all of the "what makes this song great" playlist then I look forward to hopping onto the other playlists. God bless you for all the effort and time you put into these extremely in depth breakdowns brother. Keep it up cause we all appreciate the dedication and content!
I think the musicianship in Oasis has always been underrated, Rick your breakdown demonstrated that beautifuly. It's such a powerful song and like so many of their tracks incredibly hard to cover well.
i love this song. I get a real sense of wisdom of knowing how shitty things can feel but you just have to accept things for what they are but there will always be that sense of regret and longing to have done things differently.
Rick Beato makes listening to songs we have known for years like they are brand new things. Thanks... Ill never get sick of listening to you break these tracks down.
No wonder the song is so beautiful with all those guitar embellishments ;)
I’m a crazy American Oasis fan! I love most of their work especially the work in the 90s. I’m glad he did this and hope in the future he does more Oasis catalogue!
"Having different things played on different sides creates a thing called stereo." "Producers out there...don't put the same things in both speakers."
Savage.
But too true.
Incredible breakdown, as a drummer I was always obsessed of AW's drum fills in this song and it always filled me with wonder and inspired me to be creative. I used to play really heavy with brush sticks but couldn't understand why I never quite reached that perfectly melodic snare brush stroke fill!! Now I know it was all about the type of stick used. Amazing, thank you for this x
i am spam watching all these great song videos bc i just started watching this channel & it's so bittersweet. most of them came out when i was 5-15 & there are so many songs i loved as a kid but got put off bc people said they were overplayed or overrated & i agreed.
just hearing these modern classic songs broken down & the parts isolated reminds me finally that they're beautiful. it's sad & happy being jaded for so long & finally allowed to love popular music.
6:52 wow that sounds amazing I have ever noticed that guitar sound in the song until this video
Just discovered your channel because of a typo. Holy crap man. Spot on.
Was your intended search term "rock beat"?
UnitedFyodor
lol
What was the typo?
Man, this is a great video. I'm a big Oasis fan and I've played that track more times than I care to say but listening to your breakdown made it seem fresh all over again. I really, really enjoyed this! And, obviously, sub'd.
Like exactly the same thing here man. It's one of these real fucking anthem of the 90s. They don't make em like that anymore. These things live forever, excuse the pun.
I smiled for this entire video, thinking a) how cool this song is, and b) how lucky I am to have Rick Beato dissect another song and educate me further in great writing and recording techniques. Cheers Rick!
It's the joy on your face at the really great parts.
Alan White is a criminally underrated drummer IMO.
Definitely my favorite drummer from oasis
And to think he played in two of my favourite bands twenty years apart
If you turn up the volume and listen very closely there is actually a "hidden" acoustic riff at the very end! Also worth noting that it's played without a capo unlike the main acoustic part
Melody Playground it’s the Supersonic intro riff.
That drum sound is pretty legit!!! Kinda sounds like he's playing a small vintage kit tuned really low!
Rick I have been an avid watcher of your videos now for about 9 months. You are an amazing talent. You know your stuff and you break things down in an interesting and understandable way. Thanks for your videos. I really look forward to new ones all the time.
My favorite part is rhe drone Chelo note in the prechorus after he says "but I don't now how...". It's just amazing. Goosebumps every time.
A lot more to this song than I originally thought.
That's the same with all songs - much more behind it and much more to it
Can’t believe we’re JUST seeing this video! “Wonderwall” is one of our all-time favorite songs ever writen-period.(No matter how many times it’s been played, LOL😂) Thanks for the video and sharing this Rick.🙏🏻🎧-Chris
Damn, Whitey really could play! He smashed the drum part out of the park!!
I like your thorough analysis. I don’t remember ever hearing this song and if I had heard it on my own I might have given it 10 seconds before I would have tuned out. Thanks for bringing it to life. Also just wanted to mention that my heart goes out to you concerning your Auntie. You are so blessed to have her. God bless you Rick.
Great drumming. Glad you pointed it out.
I don't see how whether or not you like the band members should have an affect on how you listen to the music. I mean, I saw the reports & stuff, didn't care for it, but didn't change my opinion of the songs. I liked all their hits, catchy & often times the songs move me.
Rick's breakdown gives me even more appreciation of this song. Funny, I've heard it thousands of times but never picked up all the details pointed out here. Anyway, can't wait to listen to it all the way through on my headphones now.
The drumming and "stereo" guitars are awesome. This is the first time I clearly heard them.
"Champagne Supernova" is another great one!
Love Rick’s singing on this one. Can hear the melancholy in the melody when Rick sings it.
This is like watching an art critic break down a painting and the artist behind it…it gives me a renewed appreciation for music I’ve listened to countless times.
What makes this song great - Massive Attack, Teardrop.
gitsurfer27 Liz Fraser.
Yes! What a perfect performance. Its one of the greatest songs ever written IMO
Or Unfinished Sympathy, I won't complain either way
yeah!
It would be a dream! Please, mr. Beato 😉
Everything about this song is beautiful
Do live forever by oasis please, their best song 100% so underrated by people who don’t know the band
That's one of the most famous oasis songs you dick. You should chose somet like Sunday Morning Call or The Shock Of Lightening
@@joshhawley1558 or hey now or underneath the sky
@@adamdelaney6782 cool
Very good yes, best nah. Morning glory is the best
How can it be rated (over or under) by people who don't know the band? Only knowing of the band and their songs would allow for an evaluation.
You're such an extraordinary teacher Rick. What a great soul...
Wow! Just wow! I´m in tears. You just opened my whole world! I have never, ever had something explained this pro and easy! Going through this series is mindblowing and so educational. Thank you
I wonder if Noel had any idea of the music theory behind this song or if it was all instinct. He described this period as a time he could do no wrong, where everything was just quickly pouring out of him. It's amazing when an artist reaches that rare flow state.
pure instinct
@@dbo514 That's my guess too.
I can guarantee that he didn’t have a clue of theory.
Rick You can do Kiss from a Rose by Seal!!!
OH YES! That's a GREAT SONG and I want to know what makes it great :)
Yes! I want this song too!
Basically I think, the minor -major changes make this song special! In Greece we have a word called χαρμολυπη, charmoleepee which means joy and sorrow at the same time.There is not exactly this word in other languages, but this word comes to me when I hear this song....
Noooooooooo!!!!!!!!!
Nooooo. Future Love Paradise.
Fantastic, Rick! I do hope you continue this series; it’s very enjoyable, and very educational! I would indeed love to hear a breakdown of a track by The Smiths.
One of the best masterpieces l ever heard. Since l was a kid in Zim, over a decade ago…still sounds amazing
Rick, I love Oasis... the way you broke this song down to all it's components is amazing... I now appreciate this song more because of this video... thank you Rick.
that is exactly how i'd hoped you'd start this video!!