
Liam Gallagher Fans React to Bring Me the Horizon’s Oasis Cover
UPDATE: Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has taken to social media to share his enthusiastic thoughts regarding Bring Me the Horizon’s cover of the iconic “Wonderwall.”
“I absolutely love it,” Liam expressed on the Oasis Mania fan account, showcasing his appreciation for the cover. In response to a fan who tweeted, “Liam will be so pissed over this,” Gallagher quipped, “I’m not. It’s absolutely incredible. Made my day. I’m out on my skateboard. Fuck y’all.”
On Wednesday (Jan. 29), Bring Me the Horizon surprised many with their unexpected musical release, igniting a frenzy on social media with their energetic cover of the legendary Oasis track, “Wonderwall.”
Utilizing the meme-famous lead-in, “Anyway, here’s Wonderwall,” the Oli Sykes-led band unveiled their rendition as part of the Spotify Singles series, captivating listeners with their fresh take.
However, what fans experienced was a stark contrast to the nostalgic and melancholic strumming of the original Gallagher brothers classic from the ’90s. Instead, Bring Me the Horizon transformed the song into an exhilarating anthem, characterized by a powerful beat and intense vocals, provoking a mix of excitement and confusion among listeners who were unsure how to respond.
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First, experience the cover for yourself below, and then delve into the diverse reactions from fans that had it trending on X Wednesday morning (Jan. 29).
Experience Bring Me the Horizon’s Energetic “Wonderwall” Cover
Fan Reactions to Bring Me the Horizon’s Bold “Wonderwall” Cover
The choice to cover Oasis‘ “Wonderwall” definitely took some Bring Me the Horizon fans by surprise, especially considering the highly anticipated 2025 Oasis reunion tour is one of the most sought-after tickets this year.
“What the hell,” responded one fan, while another questioned, “What why?” Many fans humorously noted that they never expected this cover to appear on their 2025 bingo card.
Despite the initial shock, the overall sentiment seemed to tilt toward a pleasant surprise at the impressive quality of Bring Me the Horizon’s version. This positive response can likely be attributed to both the innovative musical approach and the inherent strength of Oasis’s songwriting, which allows the song to adapt seamlessly across various genres.
“Never thought I’d hear ‘Wonderwall’ like this, but here we are. Absolute fire,” shared one fan. “I no longer dislike this song; thank you for making it better,” added another enthusiast. “Why does it sound so good?” marveled a third fan.
Another supporter remarked, “This is why @bmthofficial is my favorite band, and has been for a long time. Their cover of ‘Wonderwall’ and the remix of ‘Youtopia’ just dropped out of nowhere – and both are fantastic. The absolute KINGS.”
Check out some additional supportive comments for the track below.
However, not every response was positive. “Oh. My favorite band covering my least favorite Oasis song. Wonderful,” one user sarcastically commented.
“It’s kinda ass…,” another person remarked. “The BMTH cover of ‘Wonderwall’ was worse than I could have ever anticipated,” lamented a third listener.
What are your thoughts on Bring Me the Horizon’s interpretation of Oasis‘ “Wonderwall”? Would you like to see this cover featured regularly in concerts, or do you think it should remain a one-time performance? Do you prefer the original Oasis version or the new cover? Share your opinions in the comments section.
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