A Surging Comeback
According to Official Charts, the 30th-anniversary vinyl reissue of Whatever is currently outpacing Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us—by just 500 chart units, securing its spot at the top of the midweek update.
Originally peaking at No. 3 in 1994, the single narrowly missed the coveted Christmas No. 1, bested by East 17 and Mariah Carey. If it achieves the top spot this week, it would mark Oasis’s ninth UK No. 1 single, and their first since 2005’s The Importance of Being Idle.
Adding to the excitement, the reissue has already topped the Official Vinyl Singles Chart. Sales of the limited-edition pink and blue splatter vinyl, featuring remastered audio and the B-side (It’s Good) to Be Free, surged dramatically, vaulting the single from No. 14 to No. 1 in its second week.
Chart Relevance and Reunion Buzz
This momentum aligns with the buzz around Oasis’s Live ’25 reunion tour, driving renewed interest in their song catalog. Recent stats show Older hits like “Some Might Say” are also charting again, demonstrating the enduring strength of the band’s appeal.
Why It Matters
| Significance | Insight |
|---|---|
| Cultural Vindication | Whatever reaching No. 1 would affirm Oasis’s enduring legacy on their own terms—three decades later. |
| Reunion Fuel | The charting success adds further anticipation for the upcoming Live ’25 tour, reminding fans of the band's lasting resonance. |
| Nostalgia Wins | In an era defined by streaming, a physical release topping charts shows the power of fandom and format diversity. |
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