Be Here Now
Oasis · 1997
71 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock
An exuberant blend of anthemic melodies and sprawling instrumentation that encapsulates the hedonism of the late '90s.
Why this album works
'Be Here Now' debuted at number one in the UK charts and became one of the fastest-selling albums in British history, selling over 800,000 copies in its first week. However, it received mixed reviews from critics who noted a decline in lyrical depth compared to earlier work, marking a notable turning point in the band's reception.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on August 21, 1997, 'Be Here Now' was Oasis's third studio album, following their massive success with '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'. At this point, the band was at the height of their fame, experiencing both immense popularity and significant pressure to deliver a follow-up that would match their previous commercial triumph.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Muse· Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· Ellie Goulding· Manic Street Preachers· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 D’You Know What I Mean? Standout 7:42
- 2 My Big Mouth 5:02
- 3 Magic Pie 7:19
- 4 Stand by Me Standout 5:56
- 5 I Hope, I Think, I Know 4:23
- 6 The Girl in the Dirty Shirt 5:49
- 7 Fade In‐Out 6:52
- 8 Don’t Go Away 4:48
- 9 Be Here Now 5:13
- 10 All Around the World Standout 9:20
- 11 It’s Gettin’ Better (Man!!) 7:00
- 12 All Around the World (reprise) 2:08
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