Category: The Smiths

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April 16, 2023

 by SMF · Published April 16, 2023

“Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want” by The Smiths

Sometimes a person’s life can be met with so much misfortune that they may feel that the universe itself is against them. Some of us also have a tendency to blow bad luck, if...

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April 15, 2023

 by SMF · Published April 15, 2023

The Smiths’ “Panic” Lyrics Meaning

The story behind The Smiths’ “Panic” is that its writing was spurred by what is commonly known as the Chernobyl disaster, i.e. that harrowing nuclear accident which occurred in the Soviet Union in 1986. Said...

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April 15, 2023

 by Osei Kojo Enoch · Published April 15, 2023

“Shoplifters of the World Unite” by The Smiths

Personally I think that “Shoplifters of the World Unite” may be the most excitingly-titled song in The Smiths’ entire catalog. But listening to the lyrics, it becomes obvious that Morrissey and co. aren’t literally referring...

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April 13, 2023

 by SMF · Published April 13, 2023

“Sheila Take a Bow” by The Smiths

The “Shelia” referred to in the Smiths’ “Sheila Take a Bow” is actually Shelagh Delaney (1938-2011), a notable mid-20th century English writer.  Her signature work is a well-known play titled A Taste of Honey (1958), and it...

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March 17, 2023

 by SMF · Published March 17, 2023

The Smiths’ “The Headmaster Ritual” Lyrics Meaning

The Smiths were only around for a short time during the 1980s but left a lasting impression on the British music scene especially. It can be said that their heyday was during an era when...

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January 28, 2023

 by Osei Kojo Enoch · Published January 28, 2023

The Smiths’ “Girl Afraid” Meaning

“Girl Afraid” happens to be one of my favorite songs by The Smiths. The lyrics are about a person whose insecurities prevent them from really knowing that the person they love loves them back....

The Smiths

January 10, 2023

 by Amanda London · Published January 10, 2023

The Smiths’ “Back to the Old House” Lyrics Meaning

“Back to the Old House” is undoubtedly one of The Smiths’ most melancholic tracks. The band’s discography is rife with melancholic songs but this one takes the melancholy a notch higher. Morrissey is able...

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March 7, 2022

 by Amanda London · Published March 7, 2022 · Last modified June 3, 2023

“This Night Has Opened My Eyes” by The Smiths

Some women are such that aborting a pregnancy may not seem to affect them one way or another. But as for others, psychological/emotional recovery from such a serious act may be long coming, if...

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January 3, 2022

 by Amanda London · Published January 3, 2022

The Smiths’ “Vicar in a Tutu” Lyrics Meaning

The title of this song (“Vicar in a Tutu”) is symbolic, though said symbol is meant to be pictured literally. A “tutu” is a type of dress that is worn by female ballet dancers. And what...

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May 7, 2019

 by SMF · Published May 7, 2019 · Last modified April 13, 2023

Meaning of “Asleep” by The Smiths

Many fans have interpreted The Smiths’ “Asleep” as being based on the desire of the singer (Morrissey) to commit suicide. But while he does express a craving for death, at no point do the lyrics specify...