Oasis’s second studio album, (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?, has reached a total of 6.2 million chart units in the United Kingdom, according to data from the Official Charts Company. This milestone moves the 1995 record ahead of The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in the ranking of studio albums, driven by a surge in streaming figures following last year’s Oasis Live ’25 reunion tour.
The Streaming Resurgence of Classic Rock
While Morning Glory was released on October 2, 1995—selling 345,000 copies in its first week alone—its recent growth is tied directly to modern consumption habits. Spotify data indicates that the album’s lead single, “Wonderwall,” experienced a significant increase in UK streams this year, bolstered by the song’s adoption as an anthem during the football World Cup.
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Noel Gallagher addressed the song’s cultural longevity by stating, “Ta písnička patří lidem” (The song belongs to the people), noting his surprise at its evolution into a national team anthem.
Top 10 All-Time UK Albums
The Official Charts Company rankings reflect a blend of physical legacy sales and contemporary streaming dominance. The current top ten list for the UK is as follows:
- 1. Greatest Hits – Queen (1981)
- 2. Gold: Greatest Hits – ABBA (1992)
- 3. (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? – Oasis (1995)
- 4. 21 – Adele (2011)
- 5. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – The Beatles (1967)
- 6. Rumours – Fleetwood Mac (1977)
- 7. The Dark Side Of The Moon – Pink Floyd (1973)
- 8. Thriller – Michael Jackson (1982)
- 9. Legend – Bob Marley & The Wailers (1984)
- 10. Brothers In Arms – Dire Straits (1985)
Future Outlook for the Oasis Brand
Despite reports of a potential 2027 tour and an upcoming documentary, Don’t Look Back In Anger, which chronicles the reunion of Liam and Noel Gallagher, Liam Gallagher has stated that no new studio recordings are in development.
This model has proven successful for Oasis, with the album now boasting over 22 million units sold globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Oasis jump ahead of The Beatles in the UK charts?
The surge is attributed to a combination of physical sales and a significant increase in digital streams following the Oasis Live ’25 reunion tour.
Are there plans for a new Oasis studio album?
No. Liam Gallagher has explicitly stated that there are no plans for the band to record new music.
What is the best-selling album in UK history?
According to the Official Charts Company, Queen’s 1981 Greatest Hits currently holds the top position.
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