Liam Gallagher came over like a “shy kid” when he met Mariah Carey recently, it's been claimed.

The former Oasis star introduced himself to the singer at a Florida hotel where she was holding a party for friends.

But rather than approach Carey confidently, Gallagher was apparently a little cautious, reports the Daily Mirror.

The singer, who was staying at the hotel with family, apparently told Carey: “'Hi, I'm Liam from Oasis',” before wishing her a happy birthday.

Gallagher is currently working on his debut solo album following Oasis' split last summer.

The as-yet-untitled album is due to be released this summer.

(by Jason Gregory)