Noel Gallagher's Brit Awards Speech Censored After Expletive-Filled Rant
Noel Gallagher faced censorship from ITV during his acceptance speech at the Brit Awards, where he received the Songwriter of the Year honour. The ceremony, held in Manchester for the first time in its history, saw the Oasis star deliver a sweary comment that was promptly muted by broadcasters.
Controversy Over Songwriter Award Despite No New Material
The award sparked debate as Gallagher has not released any new songs in the past two years. In his speech, he acknowledged this, stating, "I haven’t written a song for two years. I’m not sure how I’ve got away with that one, but I’ll take it." He defended the win by citing record sales, claiming his music sold a million copies last year without any new work.
Gallagher challenged critics directly, saying, "If any of those wet wipes songwriting teams, all 11 of them, want to write a song between the lot of them, want to have it out on the red carpet, I'm there." This provocative remark was among the parts censored due to its expletive nature.
Brotherly Tensions and Future Music Plans
In his speech, Gallagher first thanked his brother Liam, with whom he reunited for concerts last year after years of feuding. When asked about Liam attending the Brits, he mentioned they were organising tickets for the Carabao Cup final but had not discussed the awards. Liam Gallagher fuelled rumours of his presence with a social media comment, later joking he was not attending but merely "keeping an eye on things" in Manchester.
Gallagher confirmed he is currently in the studio, hinting at new music soon. He speculated the award might be due to the ceremony's Manchester location, saying, "I think they just were desperate to get someone from Oasis up there cos it is in Manchester."
Recognition from Industry Leaders
Stacey Tang, Chair of the 2026 BRIT Awards Committee, praised Gallagher in the award announcement. She highlighted his three-decade career, noting his songs have become part of the collective British story and inspired fans globally. This accolade celebrates his enduring impact on music, despite the recent lack of new releases.
The event marked a significant shift as the Brit Awards moved from London to Manchester, adding a regional flavour to the national music celebration. Gallagher's uncensored enthusiasm and controversial win underscored the night's memorable moments.
