Bring Me The Horizon’s “Wonderwall: A Metal Inspired Rendition Of A Popular Classic
by Britney McVey | February 15th, 2025
Bring Me The Horizon’s cover of "Wonderwall" (stylized by the band as WONDERWaLL) by Oasis brings a fresh, intense spin to the classic British pop anthem. Known for their dynamic blend of metalcore and electronic elements, the band flips the melancholic, acoustic-driven original into something raw and emotionally charged, a reflection of their own heavy sound.
The cover kicks off with a hauntingly atmospheric intro, a far cry from the easygoing strumming of the original. Vocalist Oli Sykes delivers a gritty yet haunting performance, his signature rasp contrasting with the softness of the original's delivery. This immediately sets the tone for a version that is darker, more introspective, and at times, almost anguished.
The band layers heavy guitar riffs and electronic textures, turning the familiar, simple chord progression into a dense, wall of sound. The heavier instrumentation injects the track with a sense of urgency and intensity, making it feel more like an anthem of heartbreak and defiance rather than a bittersweet love song. Despite the heavy transformation, the cover stays true to the essence of the original – the themes of longing, unrequited love, and searching for something more. However, Sykes' delivery brings an almost existential tone to the lyrics, shifting the meaning from the wistfulness of the original to something more raw and desperate.
Liam Gallagher, the frontman of Oasis, hihas said he "fucking love[s]" Bring Me The Horizon's cover of "Wonderwall," and honestly, that’s all the validation you need. If the man behind the original track is giving it his stamp of approval, you know the band did something right.
Bring Me The Horizon completely flipped the song on its head, turning the mellow acoustic vibe into something way more intense and raw. But they kept the heart of it intact— that feeling of longing and searching. And clearly, Liam respects how they made it their own. It’s not just a cover, it’s a fresh take that keeps the spirit of "Wonderwall" alive, but with a whole new edge. Honestly, if Liam’s on board, that’s all the praise this version really needs!
