Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - A Simple Game Of Genius

iTunes digital bonus track from Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds

[@london4188]

Used to call these B-sides. They are now "digital bonus tracks". Can you imagine writing this, THIS, and chucking it out as a "digital bonus track"? The insanity of true genius.

[@bharathMAX]

Might be the So everending!

[@jhwalsh93]

I wouldn't even say it's comparable to putting it out as a B-side. After all this album had its actual B-sides on the singles. Its closer to what 'Sad Song' was to Definitely Maybe. Only available as a extra track on the vinyl version as this was only available on the digital download version. Incredible really that he's still throwing away songs this good just as he did all those years earlier. I find it amazing and frustrating in equal measure . An unbelievable song writer.

[@WhatInTheDeepestShadeOfFeck]

As if there'd be someone arrogant enough to refuse to have songs like this, Talk Tonight, Listen Up, Headshrinker or The Masterplan on albums, never mind as singles...

[@ciaranmcmahon1991]

I can't believe I never heard this

[@ciarancrainey7217]

What a tune mate. The chief can do no wrong

[@revolvercoversband1]

This song genuinely make me really emotional. I don’t know why. It’s just perfect. I think it’s up there with his best work. Mad that you can’t play it on streaming services and he doesn’t play it live.

[@saltshakergg1813]

So true crazy how this song just went unnoticed when it’s my favorite one on this album

[@hughesy8411]

It's High Flying Birds very early material, it' sounds raw and innocent in a way. I love it myself. Noel Gallagher is well up there now with the best song writer's.

[@maeshear123]

Why you cannot play it in Spotify anymore?? Was also one of my favorites of Noel

[@enzoman444]

Some artists are just there and others are the soundtrack to our lives. Noel's songwriting is extraordinary.

[@paulshepherd1348]

Agreed... I was never a fan of Oasis, but 30 years on.. my mind set has changed and so has his I think. One of the best present day songwriters out there. His new album Council Skies its just superb.

[@leefoulkes8189]

I had forgotten about this song. Wondered back here 10 years later and absolutely blown away for the second time!

[@revolvercoversband1]

Exactly the same. Why isn’t it on any streaming services?

[@ignarias96]

@@revolvercoversband1i found out the same thing. I’m so upset about it, it’s a magnificent song

[@eddiedavies222]

Noel’s best solo song for me. It is indeed a simple game of genius for him

[@marialuisagomes2972]

They gone live forever.

[@eddiedavies222]

@@marialuisagomes2972 they will indeed, Maria ❤️

[@DH-wn1ue]

Same

[@user-bx6zr6my4d]

Love that today please listen people it's wasq💯🔥

[@user-bx6zr6my4d]

Why miss it up

[@marcomendes4418]

Oh, Cecilia, close your eyes and I will be with ya I'm in the song that's rising over ya, close your eyes and drift away Just the two of us broke up all the rules they made for us Play a simple game of genius if you live to fight another day Dream of all of the love you made It's there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here If you don't make up your mind, then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away Times are dangerous, think the future's got it in for us Play a simple game of genius if you live to fight another day Dream of all of the love you made It's there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here for you If you don't make up your mind, then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away (Drift away) Dream of all of the love you made It's there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here If you don't make up your mind then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away If you don't make up your mind then how can I live today Forever we walk in the light, you and I drift away We drift away

[@simonfaulkner7731]

This song would grace any Oasis album and be a stand out track. It's stunning.

[@booboopanda7204]

Especially if Liam was singing it

[@CKsoundwave]

Check out the Laim ai version. It's dope

[@GB-gi9by]

God tier. No joke I think it’s probably the greatest song he’s ever written. Perfection.

[@nedplimptonzissou98]

Beyond epic. The Jedi master of songwriting Lord Gallagher

[@framodcole]

He's good...but not a Jedi. LOL. Knows his chords and voice.....but he's getting there.

[@Gaenico]

@@framodcole just probably the most respected songwritter of the last 30 years, every rock musician are calling his work as an exemple, with Oasis at least

[@martiniglesias8109]

:V, noel is my homie.

[@SPRFHAEW]

This up there with the best he has written. Shame it's not an Oasis song with Liam on vocals, despite Noel's voice being very good! Liam just takes things to the next level!

[@user-xw4nt9zb1l]

He use force

[@GetOnTheFloor82]

The B-Sides were always there as a treat to the die-hard fans. That's what i think. Simple, extra gift from Noel to the proper fans who realised how incredible his music writing skills have always been. There's Noel/Oasis/NGHFB, and then there's the extras that just make your jaw drop, and be grateful you listen to a genius who has some unreal surprises up his sleeve for those willing to really listen. My muscial hero.

[@federicoaradori5781]

He should definitely play this more often at gigs...

[@ashrambeats]

Possibly the greatest song ever in existence

[@wrigleyx]

my favorit's Noel song is Let's All Makes believe. this one is as good to me, genius land.

[@gacituaiaf]

DUDE....THIS SONG IS SO...SO...OASIS....OR BETTER!!!!

[@jennifershelley6938]

@ Lain - Oasis took inspiration from the Beatles , Who, Sex Pistols Stone Roses, Bee Gees, T. Rex, Slade, Small Faces, Nirvana, Stones,The La's, Doors, Hendrix, Kinks, Jam, Smiths among others. The Beatles copied from A LOT of American musicians. I am a huge Beatles fan - they were my favourite until Oasis. I'm not trying to have a go at you, but it gets real old to hear people say that Oasis are like a Beatles copy, when they aren't at all. THIS SONG DOESN'T SOUND AT ALL LIKE THE BEATLES. Neither does Idlers dream, Go let it out, Bring it on down or Supersonic. Listen to more of their music and quit parrotting what you've read online. x Live Forever.

[@sillytaco4565]

@@jennifershelley6938 nirvana? Fuck off..you've named 2 tunes that are Beatles influenced...go and shave your arse

[@Exige000]

After the entire Beatles catalogue you mean (which Oasis and HFB have copied)? Don't get me wrong - I love HFB and this is very good but it is precisely because I am a Beatles fan that I like all this stuff .......but you can't beat the original.

[@LiamHammers1]

I don't think there will ever be another songwriter like Noel Gallagher, the lyrics, the melodies, the fact that songs like this don't even make the official album cut. He continues to amaze me just as he did the first time I properly listened to Oasis 5 years ago, the best there has ever been and ever will be

[@jennifershelley6938]

+ Modern Life - I couldn't agree with you more. Noel is just an incredible songwriter. His music moves me more than any other band has ever done. I'm a big fan of Beatles, Pink Floyd, Zeppelin, Kinks and I think those are fantastic bands - but for me, Oasis are something more.

[@mcleananderson4948]

The beauty of discovering oasis and noel is the albums are just the tip of the iceberg. Very prolific.

[@finleyrowe5271]

Blur fan also?

[@stephenbennett9231]

Never gets old .....cant even play it on Spotify !

[@Nicolas-oi6wg]

Same. No spotify track. Shame on Spotify 😂

[@SChigryay]

Apple Music same situation

[@GB-gi9by]

It was on for years then got pulled. I swear if I ever meet him this is the only thing I’m going to ask him, why is it not on streaming and why don’t you play the fucker live. Greatest NGHFB track.

[@GB-gi9by]

It was on for years then got pulled. I swear if I ever meet him this is the only thing I’m going to ask him, why is it not on streaming and why don’t you play the fucker live. Greatest NGHFB track.

[@juliehughes1258]

Does anyone else cry when they listen to Noel's songs? It can't just be me.

[@Marigenous_Time]

Every time

[@emilysabourin9078]

How in the HELL did this not get on the album?!?! This song is absolutely gorgeous!!!

[@marcbulloch58]

It is on the album. His first album.

[@williamsutton6866]

Marc Bulloch No it isn’t.

[@Honeythebeebee]

@@marcbulloch58 Bonus song

[@mt7907]

William Sutton itunes bonus track on deluxe copy

[@Dweldolad]

It's heavily influenced by Paul Weller's "Changing Man" which in turn was a rip off of ELO's "10538 Overture"

[@celt67]

This is easily on a par with all the 'golden-era' B-sides Oasis were putting out in the mid-90's.

[@kathyuk28]

Listening to this song, I feel like I’m a teen again hearing brilliant music like this wearing headphones in my room. Very long time ago. Sir, you have been passed the torch and bravo for a job well done.

[@jackxld57]

This song has kept me going for nearly 9 years, through college and into my 20s, couldn't ask for more of a perfect song

[@karevartem]

its such a shame to find that masterpiece this late

[@markthompson4208]

Absolutely epic the fucking chief

[@Wil_Dsense]

why is it a shame? it comes in perfect divine timinG. amThankful for hearing it at all.

[@henriquemiguel7890]

well just discovered it today lol

[@BB.halo_heir]

@@henriquemiguel7890 me two days later lol ♡

[@liamwood8827]

2022 😂😂

[@roger89857]

A Simple game of Noel

[@Miamiborne1969]

#1 hit this song should've been released as a single. One of Noel's best ever tunes!

[@MarkMathewsMusic]

To me it sounds like a mix of Wellers, 'Changing Man' and The Beatles 'Dear Prudence'. Both incredible tunes so I fully embrace this!!!

[@shaneberney]

Can't understand how this never made an album, epic.

[@xyzxyz997]

How this never made the album is another Noel crazy decision

[@belenchass]

How come this man doesn´t have any recognition for his brilliance!... This is amazing... Grammy people sucks....

[@trickleteeth3425]

Stumbled upon this gem again. Happens every few months lol

[@buto88]

I know to the feeling. Check out oasis don't stop.. (demo)

[@trickleteeth3425]

@@buto88 good song surely but not as good as this

[@buto88]

@@trickleteeth3425 maybe not. But it's newer to me so I currently like it more

[@trickleteeth3425]

U heard Don't Stop on the new album?? Very good version

[@trev1982able]

This is the greatest song I have ever listened to in my life..... how is this even possible nobody knows it?

[@simonfaulkner7731]

My favourite Noel song. Which is a huge statement to make. The man is my hero.

[@dressowb]

me too bro, this song is musically awesome

[@stephenmullan321]

It is excellent

[@sugarbabe37]

words cannot describe this level of pure epicness.

[@catoh95]

Lyrics~ Oh, Cecilia, close your eyes and I will be with ya I'm in the song that's rising over ya, close your eyes and drift away Just the two of us broke up all the rules they made for us Play a simple game of genius if you live to fight another day Dream of all of the love you made It’s there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here If you don't make up your mind, then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away (drift away) Times are dangerous, think the future's got it in for us Play a simple game of genius if you live to fight another day Dream of all of the love you made It’s there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here for you If you don't make up your mind, then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away (drift away) Dream of all of the love you made It’s there in your kaleidoscope eyes All my life and all that I've ever had, lies waiting here If you don't make up your mind then how can I drift away If you don't let me be your guide then how can I drift away (drift away) If you don't make up your mind then how can I live today Forever we walk in the light, you and I drift away (drift away) We drift away (drift away)

[@michaelstevenson2459]

I’m in the sun that’s rising over ya 😉

[@bigdaddy4069]

In the 'sun' that's rising over yer

[@user-bx6zr6my4d]

Some things up have your way I won't go not to spoil your day I pay my own respects to him

[@mariamaloney4913]

why is this not on spotify?!

[@andrewphillips6783]

Its not on Amazon either

[@mrgolden1133]

not on apple music either

[@darionothree]

It was never released

[@keeli8020]

@@darionothree It was a digital bonus track for the Japanese edition and I’m pretty sure it was also a b side for one of the singles

[@ZemarRed]

It's on pandora

[@MartyMatt11]

I can't get enough of this track. I just can't.

[@letmeflyu2themoon]

One of the best tunes he ever made!

[@justinn600]

Another hidden gem for the connoisseurs that are searching.

[@charliej7724]

Certainly is mate. He is just so good

[@bleep77]

This song is epic. Noel Gallagher, you are a genius

[@kevinsolomon1315]

This man has written some tunes this is brilliant

[@1983kevlynch]

What a track 🎉

[@rishii2292]

WHY IS THIS REMOVED FROM THE ALBUM AS WELL AS SPOTIFY???

[@marcingrochala1]

18 years of amazing music and he's still able to write stuff like that. Discovered the song yesterday, loved it from the first seconds. You are a genius of music, sir.

[@Declangarlandacoustic]

Two people here need to clean out there ears this is just amazing work of art..Noel Gallagher you are my inspiration to play guitar and write songs..The Best..The End

[@rebeccabrooks9026]

Ahmen brother ✊🏻

[@antoneanania]

for real!!!!

[@fog812]

This is so underrated i swear it ain't even funny...

[@megancrane1433]

as an oasis fan..this may be in my all time top 5 songs...

[@3ADWOLF]

Couldn't agree more. This has to be one of the best songs he's ever created which is saying something, it's just a shame it doesn't get the credit it deserves.

[@giorgioc8551]

check the italian version.. by Omar Pedrini.. very good, maybe even a bettere arrangement in my opinoin.. He andn Noel know each other and Omar belongs to Creation label..

[@razzz00]

It is enchanting

[@jennifershelley6938]

+ TWLuck - It is crazy that Noels' songs are not given as much recognition! I like the more popular songs he wrote like Champagne Supernova and Don't look back in anger, but some of his greatest tunes are the bsides! This is an amazing song, Idlers dream, and The heart of a star are some of my favourites. I'm a Yank, but I think the reason he (and Oasis) don't get the critical acclaim they so deserve in the UK is because of some silly North/South divide. Like working class Mancs vs the posh ones like Blur, Radiohead, etc. I'm not bashing Blur or Radiohead - I just think the whole "class" thing is what keeps critics from admitting that Noel wrote songs that were for everyone and those songs are so embedded in the British psyche, that when the UK football loses a game abroad - the crowd will sing Don't look back in anger!!!!! Can the same be said for a Blur or Radiohead song? No. Noel Gallagher - one of a kind, godlike genius.

[@jhwalsh93]

Only just discovered this today. Can't believe it. What a song! Starts off as Noel's version of Stairway To Heaven. What a song writer...

[@ninazayit8866]

Seeing him July 5th at the Beacon Theater YippyKaYayyyyy!!!!!!

[@Britpopsoul]

I think Noels soft voice fits the dreamy airing of the song perfectly.

[@HONORTONUMERIC123]

Yup....

[@AdrianoGazza]

I've only discovered this for the first time today and had it on non stop since then. His new song is out today, but frankly this should have been a single imho - outstanding.

[@lucasjoshayda]

Truly genius. One of the very best he's ever written.

[@gogolplex74]

How the fuck did this song not make it to the album

[@nightlife6899]

Love this song. Elements of Stairway to Heaven and Changing Man in the intro... Love it..!

[@awakeningnavigator3895]

Noel is a genius! Some singers have that said about them and maybe it's overblown.But not him..I mean it! I will listen to him forever!

[@SamyTheSheep]

This song has haunted me through the years, in the best way. Chilling 💙

[@mrsifter6517]

I lost my beautiful gf 3 years ago, she was Italian and called Cecilia and so the second love of my life or part of the second love of my life writing a song with her name at the start is just crazy amazing almost like it was written for her and so I just thank you to the both of them... Just beautiful and she knows it too I'm sure x

[@rahmanbikmukhametov1253]

Mr Sifter wow sorry for your loss... Stay strong!

[@gleaming8103]

youtube unfortunately isnt the place to post this. there are better places to think of her than here, cuz internet is cruel.

[@drummerhere]

This should've been on the album

[@Daughterzion7777]

I adore this man. He's not only gorgeous but he's also a genius when it comes to his music.

[@jinglejanglinman633]

This....This is fucking amazing this tune!! One of his best I think..

[@Exist409]

The creation of a true genius and a real icon.

[@jamestimmins8315]

Best song writer ever

[@leemoody5595]

as a spiritualist and a medium I find this album is very soul searching its on another level its pure genius and uplifting it takes you miles away from your troubles it makes you realise we all need to (smell the flowers while we can) keep up the good work Noel.

[@jinsted3925]

simple game of genius - the words it self blows your away

[@InterMalager]

This song takes me back to the times I was most happy, I wish I could go back

[@RichRobinson]

This is the best song he’s done with the birds 😂

[@alessandro_proietti]

What a masterpiece. B-side for Noel, best song for poor mortals.

[@miasw1030]

this deserves official release

[@omarcortes9350]

The piano at the intro is brilliant, fucking genius!

[@jat2345]

This song gives me goosebumps every time

[@gazclash]

pure quality, brilliant stuff

[@frankcolumbo3447]

Genius is a simple game for Noel, so much so that he can have songs like this that aren't considered a greatest hit.

[@luisalbertogarcia4390]

Thank you, Noel.

[@marcelooasis1]

I'd rather name it "A Simple Tune of a Genius"! Great song!

[@mwg1026]

The opening guitar riff... wow

[@henriquemiguel7890]

This song is fucking unbelievable.

[@rusko123]

godlike

[@kellycosgrave4813]

I love him ... I just LOVE him 💙💙💙💙💙

[@tiffanymarcum8167]

CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED! Also, this photo is pointing at me "Get back to writing!" 💚😍

[@gridplan]

Love the Googie gas station in the background -- the Union 76 in Beverly Hills.

[@kentokie]

Looks like a spaceship at night, gotta go there.

[@Matt-dv9mf]

You run out of superlatives to describe his song writing, wow, just wow

[@sandierzen7300]

the best song ever !! finnest Rocknrol !! peace

[@martinw730]

trust noel to put a savage tune as a bonus track stunning,amazing,what a tune god like genius all the way

[@shanekelley7682]

The end track on the titles of the greatest film that hasn't yet been made.

[@DOc-gz9lh]

I get it why he chose this song to be a bonus track. He had to pick between record machine and this to make the cut into the album. And this song is a more valuable hidden gem than record machine...

[@garymclatchie7299]

What a song should have been released !

[@user-bx6zr6my4d]

Amazing thanks for playing it

[@JWLOFFICIAL]

By far the best song he's done in his solo career and for years, anymore songs like this and the next albums will be amazing!

[@lintburn]

scary how Noel can think of this as a b-side. WTF? up there with the best he's ever done !,

[@rosco5765]

lintburn nah Liam couldn't match the beauty of the tone of the song.. It's like when you hear Noel singing Lyla, it's just wrong. This is Noel's song. Genius indeed.

[@britpopfloyd1933]

Noel said the same about "The Masterplan". The man doesn't write crappy songs for the sake of writing crappy songs

[@birthabutt9555]

I dont say this lightly...the mans a true genius.

[@paulmairs259]

Jesus. How the fuck have I only heard this?!!!!!!! Mint tune!!

[@user-vs8lu5wy5q]

BEST NGHFB SONG EVER

[@whoknew2273]

Should of being on the album fantastic track

[@MarknoblesAcidhouseparty]

Joyous !

[@golfzakab]

this is really good !! just found my new favorite song XD

[@lintburn]

The Noel we need back asap

[@manojpotla]

Nice Song!! Perfect for your blues ...

[@johnsanders8665]

Love this song best ever

[@aaronflood3701]

2019 anyone?

[@dannyflint5746]

Yes bro and soon to be 2020

[@mrsifter6517]

1994 to 2019 and beyond hopefully

[@oliverjohn5566]

Yeah december 2019 Rock On!!!

[@DrummerNoel]

what a mega song

[@ignacio-vv6ve]

A true masterpiece, bravo Noel!

[@losrolling8027]

Brilliant 💜🖤

[@TH-dr9cz]

Noel if you somehow see this comment it's 2020 and you still haven't put this song on Spotify. C'mon mate

[@celticpianoman3887]

The sole reason why I moved to Apple Music mate...this song lol 😊

[@kevinsolomon1315]

Might be the best record he has written could be???

[@ukaszm.8460]

for such emotions I love music ..