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The statement 'The song "Champagne Supernova" was written by Liam Gallagher and served as the opening track on Oasis's second studio album' is accurate.
Answer: False
Explanation: The song 'Champagne Supernova' was written by Noel Gallagher and served as the closing track on Oasis's second studio album, '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'.
The title 'Champagne Supernova' was inspired by Noel Gallagher's mishearing of the title of a David Bowie album.
Answer: False
Explanation: The title 'Champagne Supernova' was reportedly inspired by Noel Gallagher mishearing the title of the Pixies album 'Bossanova,' not a David Bowie album.
Liam Gallagher is credited with playing lead guitar and EBow on 'Champagne Supernova.'
Answer: False
Explanation: Noel Gallagher is credited with playing lead guitar and EBow on 'Champagne Supernova,' while Liam Gallagher is credited with lead vocals and tambourine.
'Champagne Supernova' was recorded in the spring of 1995.
Answer: True
Explanation: The song 'Champagne Supernova' was recorded in May 1995, which falls within the spring season.
The song 'Champagne Supernova' was written by Oasis member Paul Arthurs.
Answer: False
Explanation: The song 'Champagne Supernova' was written by Noel Gallagher, not Paul Arthurs.
Who is credited as the writer of the song 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: Noel Gallagher
Explanation: Noel Gallagher is credited as the sole writer of the song 'Champagne Supernova'.
'Champagne Supernova' was released as a single in the United Kingdom.
Answer: False
Explanation: The song 'Champagne Supernova' was released as a single exclusively in Australia and New Zealand, not in the United Kingdom.
The song 'Champagne Supernova' is included on Oasis's compilation album Time Flies... 1994–2009, but not on their greatest hits album Stop the Clocks.
Answer: False
Explanation: The song 'Champagne Supernova' is featured on Oasis's greatest hits album, 'Stop the Clocks,' and also on the US release of their compilation 'Time Flies... 1994–2009'.
The Australian single release of 'Champagne Supernova' included the album version and the B-side 'Slide Away.'
Answer: True
Explanation: The Australian single release of 'Champagne Supernova' featured both the album version of the song and the B-side 'Slide Away'.
The radio edit of 'Champagne Supernova' is shorter than 5 minutes.
Answer: False
Explanation: The radio edit of 'Champagne Supernova' is 5 minutes and 8 seconds long, which is not shorter than 5 minutes.
The song 'Supersonic' is listed as the B-side for the 'Champagne Supernova' single.
Answer: False
Explanation: The B-side listed for the 'Champagne Supernova' single release was 'Slide Away,' not 'Supersonic'.
The song 'Champagne Supernova' originates from Oasis's debut album, Definitely Maybe.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'Champagne Supernova' originates from Oasis's second studio album, '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?', not their debut album, 'Definitely Maybe'.
The label responsible for the 'Champagne Supernova' single release in Australia and New Zealand was Creation Records.
Answer: False
Explanation: The label credited for the 'Champagne Supernova' single release in Australia and New Zealand was Helter Skelter, not Creation Records.
On which Oasis album does 'Champagne Supernova' appear?
Answer: (What's the Story) Morning Glory?
Explanation: 'Champagne Supernova' appears on Oasis's second studio album, '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'.
In which regions was 'Champagne Supernova' released as a single?
Answer: Australia and New Zealand
Explanation: 'Champagne Supernova' was released as a single exclusively in Australia and New Zealand.
Which compilation album features 'Champagne Supernova' on its US release?
Answer: Time Flies... 1994–2009
Explanation: The compilation album 'Time Flies... 1994–2009' features 'Champagne Supernova' on its US release.
Noel Gallagher described the musical style of 'Champagne Supernova' as 'probably as psychedelic as I'll ever get.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Noel Gallagher characterized the musical style of 'Champagne Supernova' by stating it was 'probably as psychedelic as I'll ever get,' reflecting its expansive and atmospheric sound.
The song 'Champagne Supernova' features a complex structure with multiple tempo changes and aggressive guitar solos throughout.
Answer: False
Explanation: Contrary to the description, 'Champagne Supernova' is characterized by its atmospheric production, a building arpeggiated guitar riff, layered guitars, and lush strings, rather than aggressive solos or frequent tempo changes.
The album version of 'Champagne Supernova' is approximately 7 minutes and 27 seconds long.
Answer: True
Explanation: The album version of 'Champagne Supernova' has a duration of approximately 7 minutes and 27 seconds.
Owen Morris and Noel Gallagher are credited as the producers of 'Champagne Supernova.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Owen Morris and Noel Gallagher are credited as the producers of the song 'Champagne Supernova'.
'Champagne Supernova' is primarily classified under the genres of punk rock and heavy metal.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'Champagne Supernova' is primarily classified under the genres of Britpop and psychedelic rock, not punk rock and heavy metal.
What is the duration of the album version of 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: 7 minutes and 27 seconds
Explanation: The album version of 'Champagne Supernova' has a duration of 7 minutes and 27 seconds.
Who produced 'Champagne Supernova' along with Noel Gallagher?
Answer: Owen Morris
Explanation: Owen Morris co-produced 'Champagne Supernova' with Noel Gallagher.
Which genres are associated with 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: Britpop and Psychedelic Rock
Explanation: 'Champagne Supernova' is associated with the genres of Britpop and psychedelic rock.
Paul Weller provided guest vocals and lead guitar on the track 'Champagne Supernova.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Paul Weller, a prominent British musician, contributed guest vocals and lead guitar to Oasis's track 'Champagne Supernova'.
Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs was deeply moved upon first hearing 'Champagne Supernova,' describing himself as a 'blubbering wreck.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Upon first hearing 'Champagne Supernova,' Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs experienced a profound emotional reaction, describing himself as a 'blubbering wreck' due to the song's impact.
Oasis performed 'Champagne Supernova' at nearly every concert after its release.
Answer: True
Explanation: Noel Gallagher indicated that 'Champagne Supernova' was likely the only song Oasis performed at nearly every concert following its release, making it a staple of their live sets.
During live performances, the ending of 'Champagne Supernova' was typically shortened to accommodate time constraints.
Answer: False
Explanation: In live performances, the ending of 'Champagne Supernova' was typically extended, often by several minutes, to include an improvised guitar solo, rather than being shortened.
John Squire, guitarist for The Stone Roses, made a guest appearance during Oasis's Knebworth performance of the song.
Answer: True
Explanation: John Squire, the guitarist from The Stone Roses, made a guest appearance during Oasis's performance of 'Champagne Supernova' at Knebworth House.
'Champagne Supernova' was the first original song Oasis performed during their reunion tour in 2025.
Answer: False
Explanation: According to available information, 'Champagne Supernova' was performed as the final song on the setlist during the 2025 Oasis reunion tour, not the first original song.
Liam Gallagher's solo band, Beady Eye, has performed 'Champagne Supernova' live.
Answer: True
Explanation: Liam Gallagher's band Beady Eye, formed after Oasis's initial split, has performed 'Champagne Supernova' live.
Which musician made a guest appearance on 'Champagne Supernova' providing guitar and backing vocals?
Answer: Paul Weller
Explanation: Paul Weller made a guest appearance on 'Champagne Supernova,' contributing guitar and backing vocals.
What was Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs' emotional reaction upon first hearing 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: Deep emotional impact, described as a 'blubbering wreck'
Explanation: Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs described his emotional reaction upon first hearing 'Champagne Supernova' as being a 'blubbering wreck,' indicating a deep emotional impact.
Which guitarist from The Stone Roses made a guest appearance during Oasis's Knebworth performance of the song?
Answer: John Squire
Explanation: John Squire, the guitarist from The Stone Roses, made a guest appearance during Oasis's Knebworth performance of 'Champagne Supernova'.
What happened to 'Champagne Supernova' in Oasis's final concert before their dissolution?
Answer: It was the last original song performed live.
Explanation: In Oasis's final concert before their dissolution, 'Champagne Supernova' was performed as the last original song of the setlist.
Which of Liam Gallagher's post-Oasis bands performed 'Champagne Supernova' live?
Answer: Beady Eye
Explanation: Liam Gallagher's band Beady Eye, formed after Oasis's initial split, performed 'Champagne Supernova' live.
Fans and critics widely regard 'Champagne Supernova' as a minor track within Oasis's discography.
Answer: False
Explanation: Fans and critics generally regard 'Champagne Supernova' as one of Oasis's most significant and defining songs, often ranking highly in retrospective lists.
Alexis Petridis of The Guardian called 'Champagne Supernova' the band's worst song.
Answer: False
Explanation: Alexis Petridis of The Guardian did not call 'Champagne Supernova' the band's worst song; rather, he described it as their greatest song and the 'perfect epitaph for swaggering mid-90s hedonism'.
'Champagne Supernova' achieved the number 1 position on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Answer: True
Explanation: As a radio single in the United States, 'Champagne Supernova' reached the number 1 position on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Steve Baltin of Cash Box described 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'melodic power ballad' and a 'guaranteed smash.'
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Baltin, writing for Cash Box, characterized 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'melodic power ballad' and a 'guaranteed smash,' praising Noel Gallagher's songwriting and asserting that Oasis was unmatched as a singles band.
David Stubbs compared 'Champagne Supernova' to The Beatles' 'Hey Jude.'
Answer: False
Explanation: David Stubbs of Melody Maker compared 'Champagne Supernova' to The Beatles' song 'A Day in the Life,' not 'Hey Jude'.
John Robinson of NME characterized 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'slightly peculiar epic.'
Answer: True
Explanation: John Robinson, writing for NME, described 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'slightly peculiar epic,' noting its disorientation.
Andrew Harrison described 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'delightful, chiming tune' and noted Paul Weller's 'hilarious' guitar solo.
Answer: True
Explanation: Andrew Harrison of Select magazine praised 'Champagne Supernova' as a 'delightful, chiming tune' and humorously described Paul Weller's guest guitar solo as 'hilarious'.
'Champagne Supernova' has consistently ranked poorly in retrospective lists of Oasis's best songs.
Answer: False
Explanation: On the contrary, 'Champagne Supernova' has consistently ranked highly in retrospective lists of Oasis's best songs, often appearing in the top positions.
'Champagne Supernova' reached number 16 on the charts in New Zealand.
Answer: True
Explanation: In New Zealand, 'Champagne Supernova' achieved a peak position of number 16 on the Recorded Music NZ charts.
In Canada, 'Champagne Supernova' topped the RPM Adult Contemporary chart in 1996.
Answer: False
Explanation: In Canada in 1996, 'Champagne Supernova' reached number 11 on the RPM Top Singles chart and number 46 on the RPM Adult Contemporary chart, but it did not top the latter.
For the 1996 year-end charts, 'Champagne Supernova' ranked 19th on the US Top 40/Mainstream chart.
Answer: False
Explanation: For the 1996 year-end charts, 'Champagne Supernova' ranked 44th on the US Top 40/Mainstream chart, not 19th.
'Champagne Supernova' has received Platinum certification in New Zealand.
Answer: True
Explanation: In New Zealand, 'Champagne Supernova' has achieved Platinum certification from RMNZ, signifying 30,000 units sold.
The song has achieved 2x Platinum certification in the United Kingdom.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the United Kingdom, 'Champagne Supernova' has achieved 3x Platinum certification from the BPI, indicating sales of 1,800,000 units, not 2x Platinum.
The astronomical event SN 2003fg was named 'Champagne Supernova' after a song by The Beatles.
Answer: False
Explanation: The astronomical event SN 2003fg was nicknamed 'Champagne Supernova' in reference to the Oasis song, not a song by The Beatles.
How do fans and critics generally regard 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: As one of Oasis's most defining and significant songs
Explanation: Fans and critics generally regard 'Champagne Supernova' as one of Oasis's most defining and significant songs, often highlighting its epic quality and evocative lyrics.
According to Alexis Petridis of The Guardian, what was 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: A perfect epitaph for mid-90s hedonism
Explanation: Alexis Petridis of The Guardian described 'Champagne Supernova' as the 'perfect epitaph for swaggering mid-90s hedonism'.
What was the peak position of 'Champagne Supernova' on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart?
Answer: Number 1
Explanation: On the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, 'Champagne Supernova' reached the peak position of Number 1.
David Stubbs compared 'Champagne Supernova' to which Beatles song?
Answer: A Day in the Life
Explanation: David Stubbs compared 'Champagne Supernova' to The Beatles' song 'A Day in the Life'.
Andrew Harrison of Select magazine described Paul Weller's contribution on 'Champagne Supernova' as:
Answer: Hilarious
Explanation: Andrew Harrison of Select magazine described Paul Weller's guest guitar solo on 'Champagne Supernova' as 'hilarious'.
How did Leesa Daniels in Smash Hits rate 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: Five out of five stars
Explanation: Leesa Daniels, writing for Smash Hits, rated 'Champagne Supernova' five out of five stars, predicting it would become known as the best Oasis track.
In retrospective rankings by publications like NME and Rolling Stone, 'Champagne Supernova' has typically been placed:
Answer: Among the top-ranked songs
Explanation: In retrospective rankings by publications such as NME and Rolling Stone, 'Champagne Supernova' has consistently been placed among the top-ranked songs of Oasis's discography.
In Italy, 'Champagne Supernova' has received which certification from FIMI?
Answer: Gold
Explanation: In Italy, 'Champagne Supernova' has received Gold certification from FIMI, representing 25,000 units.
What certification has 'Champagne Supernova' achieved in the United Kingdom by the BPI?
Answer: 3x Platinum
Explanation: In the United Kingdom, 'Champagne Supernova' has achieved 3x Platinum certification by the BPI.
Noel Gallagher definitively stated the exact meaning of 'Champagne Supernova' in a 1995 interview.
Answer: False
Explanation: In a 1995 interview, Noel Gallagher offered interpretations and inspirations for the lyrics but did not definitively state a single, exact meaning for 'Champagne Supernova,' later admitting he was unsure of its precise meaning.
In a 1995 interview, Noel Gallagher stated that the lyrics of 'Champagne Supernova' were primarily inspired by political commentary.
Answer: False
Explanation: In a 1995 interview, Noel Gallagher discussed themes of disillusionment and lyrical inspirations such as a children's show character, but did not state that the lyrics were primarily inspired by political commentary.
Noel Gallagher dismissed criticism of the song's lyrics by stating that their meaning was subjective and personal to the listener.
Answer: True
Explanation: When faced with criticism of the lyrics' perceived nonsensical nature, Noel Gallagher countered by emphasizing that the song's meaning was subjective and resonated personally with the listeners, citing the large number of fans singing along.
In a 2020 interview, Noel Gallagher claimed to fully understand the song's meaning.
Answer: False
Explanation: In a 2020 interview, Noel Gallagher admitted that he still did not fully understand the song's meaning, observing its enduring appeal to younger generations.
What did Noel Gallagher admit about the song's meaning in a 2020 interview?
Answer: He still wasn't sure what it meant.
Explanation: In a 2020 interview, Noel Gallagher admitted that he still was not certain about the precise meaning of 'Champagne Supernova'.
Noel Gallagher explained that some lyrics in 'Champagne Supernova' were inspired by:
Answer: A character from a children's show
Explanation: Noel Gallagher explained that some lyrics in 'Champagne Supernova' were inspired by a character from a children's show, among other seemingly mundane sources.
How did Noel Gallagher counter criticism regarding the song's seemingly nonsensical lyrics?
Answer: By highlighting the audience's connection and subjective interpretation
Explanation: Noel Gallagher countered criticism of the lyrics by emphasizing the subjective and personal interpretation by the listener, noting the widespread audience connection to the song.
The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was directed by an American director.
Answer: False
Explanation: The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was directed by Nigel Dick, who is British, not American.
The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was filmed outdoors in a field.
Answer: False
Explanation: The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was filmed indoors at Ealing Studios, not outdoors in a field.
Who directed the music video for 'Champagne Supernova'?
Answer: Nigel Dick
Explanation: The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was directed by Nigel Dick.
Where was the music video for 'Champagne Supernova' filmed?
Answer: At Ealing Studios
Explanation: The music video for 'Champagne Supernova' was filmed at Ealing Studios.