Liam Gallagher new song ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’ reviewed by NME.
Liam Gallagher describes his new song “All You’re Dreaming Of” as “an instant classic, perfect for this time of year”. His confidence is not surprising; it is reassuring. However, writing a Christmas song comes with pressure. A failure could stand out negatively in any artist’s discography. Even for Liam Gallagher, this is a bold statement.
Many expected him to write a chaotic, booze-fueled Christmas anthem. Instead, “All You’re Dreaming Of” is the opposite: a delicate, heartfelt ballad about love triumphing in difficult times. In the chorus, Liam Gallagher sings: “What are you dreaming of? Is it the kind of love that will be there when the world is at its worst?”. After a year marked by crisis, this song delivers a touching message of hope.
Liam Gallagher new song ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’ reviewed by NME.
Co-writer Simon Aldred revealed that the song came from discussions about the lack of “songs of hope”. Initially, it was not a Christmas song. Then, Liam Gallagher said it reminded him of “New York shop windows and snow outside” and “being a kid at Christmas when life was normal”. A nostalgic and hopeful message as we approach an unusual holiday season.
Perfect for a quiet evening after the tenth mince pie, “All You’re Dreaming Of” reveals a new side of Liam Gallagher‘s voice. With melancholic chords, it is an intense and refined ballad. It would be a shame if he didn’t perform it on “Jools’ Hootenanny”, perhaps after a few eggnogs, guiding us out of 2020 with love and hope.
Will “All You’re Dreaming Of” become a Christmas classic? We will find out in the coming years. But will it bring warmth and comfort after a tough year? Undoubtedly. And that is what matters most right now.
Source: NME
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