'We Need Each Other' Liam Gallagher Print By Ricky Atterby

Framed Ricky Atterby photo print of a Liam Gallagher gig, stage lights over the crowd and the words Because We Need Each Other

Black Liam Gallagher As You Were t-shirt with the album title in grey capitals

The line "because we need each other" comes from Liam Gallagher's solo years, and Ricky Atterby's print takes it as its title and its mood. It is a portrait-led piece of fan art: Liam in his familiar stance, chin up, hands behind his back, with the lyric working as the emotional hook. Prints like this usually come in A3 or A2 formats, with A3 (297 x 420 mm) the most common choice for a wall in a flat or a hallway.

Below you will find what the artwork shows, how it sits alongside other Liam posters, and what to check before you frame one.

Because We Need Each Other: What the Artwork Is About

Atterby is a Manchester-leaning illustrator who works in bold, graphic portraits. His style leans on strong contrast, limited colour and lettering that is part of the image rather than stuck on top. That suits Liam well. The man is a silhouette before he is a face.

The lyric gives the print its tone. It is a line about reliance and loyalty, which is why fans of Liam, and plenty of Oasis fans who still follow him, tend to pick it over a straight photo. A plain photograph shows a moment. A lyric print shows a song, and people hang songs for years.

Typical specifications for a print of this kind are 170 to 250 gsm paper, a matte or satin finish, and an edition that is either open or numbered. Numbered runs are often 50 to 250 copies. Check which one you are looking at, because it changes the long-term value far more than the size does.

Liam Gallagher Print Options Compared

A Liam Gallagher print can mean three quite different things, and mixing them up is the most common mistake.

Illustrated fan art, like Atterby's, usually printed in small runs by the artist.
Licensed photo posters, mass produced, often 61 x 91.5 cm.
Album-inspired art that references a cover rather than copying it.

Illustrated prints cost more, roughly £15 to £40 for an A3, while a standard poster sits closer to £5 to £12. The gap pays for better paper and a real design decision behind the image.

For wider browsing, the Music prints and posters category gives a sense of what else sits in the Manchester and Britpop space.

Liam Gallagher As It Was: The Link to the Print

People searching "as it was" are usually after the 2022 album artwork or the era around it. C'mon You Know followed in 2022, and the Knebworth shows that summer, two nights in front of about 170,000 people in total, gave the period its visual identity. Parkas, bucket hats and a sunlit crowd.

Atterby's print does not copy that artwork. It draws from the same attitude, which is why it appeals to someone who liked the later solo years more than the Oasis posters from the nineties. If you want a direct album image, look for officially licensed material. If you want an artist's reading of the mood, an illustrated print is the better fit.

Liam Gallagher Poster: Sizes and Paper Quality

Size first. A3 suits most rooms. A2 (420 x 594 mm) needs a clear stretch of wall, about 60 cm wide at the very least once framed. A1 only works over a sofa or a bed.

Paper matters more than people expect. Thin poster stock under 130 gsm curls and shows every crease. Anything from 170 gsm upward hangs flat and takes a frame without buckling. Matte finishes cut glare, which counts if the wall faces a window.

For frames, a plain black or oak one in a standard size such as 30 x 40 cm or 40 x 50 cm keeps costs down, usually from about £10. Use an acid-free mount if you plan to keep the print for years.

Liam Gallagher Pictures and Artwork: Finding Good Images

Searching for Liam Gallagher pictures turns up thousands of press photos, most of them low resolution. Anything under 2000 pixels on the long edge will go soft when printed at A3. That is the quick test.

Artwork is a better route if you want something unique. Independent illustrators, screen printers and gig-poster artists produce pieces that no photo agency will ever sell. Look for signed or numbered prints, and for a clear statement of the paper and ink used.

Anyone building a wider wall or wardrobe around him can also browse Liam Gallagher merchandise, which covers t-shirts, keyrings and more.

As You Were Poster and Related Merchandise

The 2017 debut album As You Were produced its own run of posters, many of them built around the cover portrait. They sit in a different category to Atterby's piece: the album art is photographic and tied to one release, while the lyric print is illustrative and timeless.

If you prefer to wear the era rather than frame it, an As You Were Liam Gallagher tee is the closest apparel match. And for the band that started it all, the Oasis merchandise collection covers the nineties side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does "because we need each other" come from?

It is a lyric associated with Liam Gallagher's solo work. The sentiment of reliance and loyalty is why artists and fans use it on prints and posters.

What size should I choose for a Liam Gallagher print?

A3 is the safe default for most rooms. Choose A2 if you have a clear wall of at least 60 cm width, and go to A1 only for a large feature wall.

Is an illustrated print better than a poster?

It depends on what you want. Illustrated prints use heavier paper and offer original design, while posters are cheaper and show official photography or album art.

How do I stop a print from fading?

Keep it out of direct sunlight and use glass or acrylic with UV protection if possible. An acid-free mount also helps over a period of five to ten years.