But, Is He Actually Any Good? 

Noels voice is on point , people don’t credit him enough as a singer

10:41 "Haters will say that isn't real." Don't know why, but that made me chuckle. 😂👍

I've always felt that Noel had loads of tunes like this in the bank, but wanted to experiment and explore a bit.

Since I was 17, Noel gallagher has soundtracked my life (46 now) So Whether it's to everyone's taste, I couldn't care less. His songs always move me. And every song he releases is always miles better than the shit we're delivered

Awesome that you mention us in the beginning of your video👌

I’m calling these Noel’s audio hugs, it’s like the music wraps you in a big hug and goes everything’s nice and lovely and ok. Both this one and especially “trying to find a world that’s been and gone” which was my most played track last year.

Personally I’ve enjoyed a lot of the experimentation, and I feel that Noel has earned the right to do it. It is nice to know that he still has this stuff in his wheelhouse though!

Noel definitely deserves more credit for singing! He has an incredible voice

Another excellent and entertaining drop from the J Hawk. Strong song from Noel as well.

I love the chord sequences in this song. And even more, I absolutely love how much I learn about music technique and theory from watching this channel. Thanks JDH 🙏🎶❤

I knew you were going to react to this fast... Noel still has it, beautiful song! love your channel!

There's praise from George Martin, and then criticism from an NME journalist - one carries a little less weight than another I'd argue

I really love the chorus. The melody is just so addictive, spectacularly good song from Noel

I have to say that I have veered into considering Liam someone with better material lately (and arguably a nicer guy on interviews), but there is something about Noel's singing and acoustic-Beatlesy music that just rings right. You know? Happy to see him back on the horse. He's awesome live, btw.

“Sympathetic” is such a perfect word to describe the feel of that transition !

Love your voice in any octave! Thanks for another wonderful video. ❤️

It’s great! First time hearing this. Noel is a great songwriter. He’s getting better - very impressive.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but those chord changes are beautiful and this song slaps. Also, you're even more beautiful when you're being silly, Justin. Thanks for showing me this song, I would have never heard it otherwise.

LMFAO !!! You said "it is I, Justin Hawkins", and RU-vid captions said "Desire, Justin Hawkins". 😂🤣🤣😅🤣

The reason I love your channel is that you react honestly bud - perfect commentary.

I love most of Noel's solo stuff, but wasn't feeling the dance type music. It was OK, but this type of song is much more where his strengths lie. Really enjoyed this one.

I f**kin love ur vids. Ive discovered the Darkness lately, and i feel ashamed to be so late to the party. Absolutely masterful ❤️

Never commented on your videos, but I feel I need to express how much I love your talent and analysis. Thank You.

I'd also love to hear Liam sing this song, although Noel does a great job with those high notes. This song is already my favorite of his solo career. So addictive. Thanks for the awesome video!

I fucking DIED when Justin said "Haters will say that isn't real" so blithely. I can't stand the Darnkess. It sounds silly to me. But I have come to love this man immensely and his fearless objectivity. Thanks for bringing more joy into my life.

I've always preferred Noel's voice to Liam's. Don't Look Back In Anger and Half The World Away were standout Oasis songs, and the vocal gymnastics on The Importance Of Being Idle are just exquisite! Oasis needed Liam to break through because he's rock and roll personified, but Noel never got the credit he deserved for his singing. These last two singles really showcase what a brilliant singer songwriter he is. Can't wait for the album

I loved Oasis but I do really love his Flying Birds too, awesome songwriter.

I smiled so much watching this because yesterday when the song was released I did exact the same thing and figured out all the chords and solo. Great sign when a song makes you want to pick up the guitar!

Love the Scott Walker reference. Duchess is one of my favourite songs. Glad you appreciate Scott 4

God you’re so good with the acoustic! Haven’t heard much of your stuff, but you do know music and you can express it on the acoustic, which is much tougher than piano… love it!

Slightly hyperactive mood.😄 Love it!👌😁

The chord move you mentioned at 5:10 also occurs in another well-known song: Great Gig in the Sky - Pink Floyd

At the end of the video, she really was a high flying bird 😂

Easy Now, Pretty Boy, Flying on the Ground, Black star dancing, Dead on the water, We’re on our way now…he still the best songwriter out there. Since 1994.

As Noel would say, "It's a tune." Really one of the better he's written since Oasis.

Oo eer Justin you must be hot blooded, I'm enjoying this episode in thermals under a heated blanket 😂

Yes, I am watching you in September 2026. I am glad RU-vid has this new feature that you can leave comments on the original timeline.

Really nice song!!I don't know why but Richard Ashcroft came to my mind...You are amazing Justin...

Can I say Justin, that this is an amazing take, you playing some of the chords, commenting from a professional standpoint. You have a new subscriber in my man. I respect the opinions of those with the credentials to back them up :) good job!

As a musical artist Noel has really soared for me personally, love his new stuff

Beautiful chords but also interesting meter in the verses with 3 instead of 4 bars in the opening. Love this

Great video Justin! You always seem so incredibly natural and candid on camera, having just started a RU-vid channel I’ve realised this is a skill that takes some time too achieve at least for me lol. Any advice ?

What a great video Justin! ❤

😂😂 "it's a numbers game" that made me chuckle. Great work again 👍

I love this new song. I’ve some of his stuff over the years to be a bit up and down but he’s found firm with this and Pretty Boy. Love it!

Hes channeling Sweet City Woman with that solo

I can't wait for this album. It feels like a return to to classic Noel (don't tell him that). Even the album cover looks like an Oasis cover. Now let's just get RKID to make nice with brother and get an Oasis tour. I live in Florida and I'd HAVE to fly to the UK for that. I just want to see them communicate again. That'd be win enough for now.

im 28, im hoping that in my life time if I live long enough, that ill see the reunion that we are all waiting for.. The Gallagher Brothers

Being a huge fan since the beginning (saw the first Oasis US tour with Def Maybe), this is the best song he's written since his first solo record. Just haven't gotten into his solo stuff really except that first one. But this gave me that Little by Little and even Don't Look Back feeling again.

i just missed my final exam at uni by accident, so i didn’t know what else to do other than watch justin hawkins rides again

Love it. Thank you for the analysis, Sir

Hes a British legend need I say more

I think this is Noel's best song for a while - chords, melody, nice solo, everything is pretty on point here.

just like when im listening to you Justin, boy howdy could i listen to noel talk all day

I laughed myself silly with your funny reaction to her taking off. I'm still laughing now.

My favourite YT channel. Very funny and good analysis. Keep it up JH

I saw The Darkness outside at the Borgata Casino in Atlantic City, NJ. The Darkness was my favorite band at the time and had just released Permission to Land. I had a small seizure a couple of days before the show and had gotten out of the hospital on the day of the show. My wife asked me if I wanted to skip the concert and I said Fuck no! John Mayer opened up for them or they opened up for John Mayer.... I don't know but I was in that audience with an eye patch on and Justin Hawkins and crew sounded freaking awesome! Thanks for that show man! I love your video posts!

It’s a brilliant song and one of the best solos he ever played. Love love this song

Great video again love how you really honestly break songs down

Excellent that man. Luv y' breakdown.

Noel always puts out quality music.... and he's got great hair.

Cheers Justin! Enjoyed following along with you, thought it was pretty meh until your enthusiasm got me. "Pretty Boy" was dire, but this is a suprise. He's definitely got a knack for getting nice stuff out of the same old chords. It doesn't matter how much money, fame or controversy he has, it all still boils down to humbly sitting with that plank of wood with strings and crafting, using the raw talent he's had as a kid learning Beatles tunes in his bedroom - there's something really endearing about that! I had the exact same "Pink Floyd" thought as you for the Cminor to FsharpMaj verse chords, it's almost the same as "Breathe". Also the tracklist for the album includes World That's Been And Gone + Get There In The End, which were by far his most enjoyable output over the last few years, along with the string sessions he's posted, gives me hope.

Noel's never lost he's form in my opinion, the quality of he's solo work is biblical.

ALL 👍👍👍thxs for riding again Justin From Prescott AZ

Of course wed all prefer Liams "90's" singing voice which is legendary and unique. Will never be replicated. As it goes, we all get older and after decades the guy is just doesnt have the voice we all know and love, no ones fault really, happens to most rockstars unless your Justin Hawkins and take great care of the old vocal chords into old age! At this point, its Noels voice that is the "old familiar friend" to me. Noels voice has really taken on a life of its own and whether you care for HFB or not, he's re-branded himself apart from Oasis and im good with that. Oasis, Liam, Noel...Rock in Roll Hall of Famers in my book!

It’s a great song. Reminds me of Sunday morning call in places.

Noel likes those pre song instrument drone or tune up intro... geez you've got a good ear Justin, so fast

I enjoyed that video. In fact, I'm enjoying the channel. Thanks for the great videos 👍

I'm kinda surprised that My Generation has never been used as a commercial for a lost dogs home or something "people try to put us down, come and save us from the pound".

Im truly amazed at how fast you find chords and notes. Im trying to learn that skill but takes so long i just scour the internet.

Absolutely in love with his new song.

Petition to get Noel on a video with yourself! Would be a full circle moment! Love you Justin from Southend on sea!😊

Here's to returning in 2026 to see how well this video did, how Justin has taken over the world with a massively popular RU-vid channel, and the world is in a much better place! Fingers crossed for it all, especially that last bit.....Cheers! 🤞😅🤞

I like like it when she took off and became a high flying bird. Great show again Justin 👍🎸

Solo is jessica by the allman brothers

The way Justin plays the guitar solo sounds like the old Top Gear theme

Enjoyed that nice one Oh im sure i herd noel say recently he didn’t play the solo most probably gem Keep up the good work

I quite like a lot of NG’s solo songs like what a life, heat of the moment, if I had a gun etc but they were quite a while ago.

In terms of songs of which it reminds you, the pre-chorus chords remind a lot of the pre-chorus in the Bee Gee's 'Run To Me'.

I love how it goes from Em to Bm to F !!!

The world would love a spin on this from you and Dan be like a love is only the feeling vibe

Everyone go and check out the film clip to Love is only a feeling by the Darkness xxx awesome

Nice Review Justin! I Hope The Darkness come to South Korea!!!! plz

I love Noel’s new music so much

I love your videos. I hope you are doing quite well sir. Enough said.

I love Noel's guitar work

Justin I agree with you that there are some high flying birds songs that could have a different feel to them if Liam was singing, but if you listen to Ballard of the mighty ,holly mountain or the epic if I had a gun. It’s Noel’s softer and restrained voice that makes those songs what they are.

This song for me is an instant earworm! Great breakdown Justin

‘Haters will say that isn’t real’ classic!!!

Mr Hawkins you're so charismatic and funny i love your Channel !!!!!!!!

Hey Justin - love the channel!! I’m a left hander, but I’ve always played guitar right-handed as any guitars I've had access to have been right handed. BUT when I play AIR guitar my natural inclination is to play left-handed, as it just feels natural. Do you think it would be beneficial to re-string my instruments essentially upside down and start over again, or carry on playing right-handed? Thanks!!

great analysis j as usual!

Hello Justin, whenever I hear this NG song, Bee Gees Run to me pings in my head which has also reminded me I always hear Queens of the stone age, Go with the flow in NG song Do the damage. Thank you

Fun episode Justin 😁 great humor..heehee

That em type chord you play in your intro song reminds me a lot of the song Guinnevere by Crosby stills Nash and young. One of my favorite folk songs ever

You were playing the top gear theme tune on that solo justin lol

i'll try and rewatch this in 2026 now!

It's a good song with a soaring sound. Appropriate for a band called High Flying Birds. And Noel's voice is a beautiful voice. I understand why many people say he's bland compared to Liam.... but who isn't? Noel hits those high notes with an airy timbre.... that really only he can do.

May I please ask how your so soft spoken but yet when you're onstage your voice is impractically loud and the high notes too. Is it like a musicians trick? Or is it just your normal lovely voice? Because I'm loud in both my singing voice and regular talking voice. I can't help it. I just have that register I guess. 🤷 I'm not trying to offend you or anything. I was only curious. You should do a video on musician tricks for singing onstage.

That 6 semitone, minor/major interval is most obvious in Lay Lady Lay!