Graham Coxon - Standing on my Own

I've been thinking about this song for a while. Such a sweet fun and upbeat song. Everyone loves it. But It's just sorta weird that it's so technically simple to play on guitar, the lyrics aren't particularly imaginative, and it doesn't exude much creativity.

But yet it just sounds so good. Some palm-muted guitar scratches, then a barrage of power chords and catchy vocals.

Simplicity can sound so beautiful.

Certainly makes one wonder, why do so many bands aspire to be the next Smashing Pumpkins or X-Japan or Dream Theatre when simple snappy songs can be equally successful?