Crucial Track for January 10, 2026

"Live Forever (Remastered)" by Oasis

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What's your favorite song about hope?

Mixed in with the nonsense lyrics and brazen attitude, I always thought there was a strong streak of optimism running through Oasis songs. Live Forever is a good example. I suppose it was so popular because it arrived at a time when people really needed something hopeful and defiant—that seems to be the case once again.