About this album
Where they were
Released on August 29, 1994, 'Definitely Maybe' was Oasis's debut album, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this time, the band was still relatively unknown, having built anticipation through early singles like 'Supersonic.' This album set the foundation for their subsequent rise to fame as key figures in the Britpop movement.
Why it matters
'Definitely Maybe' was a critical and commercial success, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart and receiving widespread acclaim. The album is often credited with reinvigorating British rock music in the 1990s and paved the way for future Britpop acts, influencing artists across generations.
Essential tracks
- "Supersonic" — As one of Oasis's first singles, 'Supersonic' encapsulates their sound with its catchy hooks and confident lyrics about youth and rebellion.
- "Live Forever" — 'Live Forever' showcases the band's ability to blend introspective lyrics with uplifting melodies, becoming an anthem of optimism during a turbulent time.
- "Cigarettes & Alcohol" — This track's gritty realism and its critique of working-class life resonated with listeners, cementing its status as a quintessential Britpop anthem.
- "Rock ’n’ Roll Star" — 'Rock ’n’ Roll Star' opens the album with a bold declaration of ambition and escapism, setting the tone for Oasis's ethos.
Release Date
August 29, 1994
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Rock ’n’ Roll Star 5:23
- 2 Shakermaker 5:08
- 3 Live Forever 4:36
- 4 Up in the Sky 4:28
- 5 Columbia 6:17
- 6 Supersonic 4:43
- 7 Bring It On Down 4:17
- 8 Cigarettes & Alcohol 4:49
- 9 Digsy’s Dinner 2:32
- 10 Slide Away 6:32
- 11 Married With Children 3:12
Disc 2
- 1 Whatever 6:21
- 2 (It’s Good) To Be Free 4:18
- 3 Half the World Away 4:25
