Your Arsenal

What do people want from Morrissey? All he's really guilty of is being a curmudgeon. He's always gone out of his way to say inflammatory things to the press, only to contradict himself in later interviews. But people seem to take Morrissey's shit so seriously. The homo-erotic sect suggests he's in the closet, and ashamed to admit his sexuality. Apparently, the dude simply hates sex. But he certainly loves animals (Morrissey was the first and still only artist to successfully prohibit McDonald's from selling food during one of his concerts in California, something not even famed vegetarian Paul McCartney could pull off). We can all agree that Morrissey probably isn't the most pleasant person to hang out with, which is something you could say about most of the artists who appear on this list. Yet people who've likely never met Morrissey hold some insane personal grudge against him to the point where they write off his music. I'm talking about people who cut their teeth listening to The Smiths, who suddenly read some "shocking" quote Morrissey off-handedly gave to a music writer and it completely changes their mindset. And the thing of it is, Morrissey has been doing this shit his entire life! If you're upset at something Morrissey said or did recently, just give it a few minutes. He'll change completely and move on to something else. He's the British Neil Young, and overall his musical catalog is on par with Ol' Neil. This is possibly The Great White Mope's best solo album, although I can't say that with certainty since I have yet to listen to all of them. This was one I owned on Compact Disc when it was first released, so I was already familiar with it. Not surprisingly, it holds up better than most of the CD's I bought in 1992. I don't want to be friends with Morrissey, but I do enjoy a lot of his music.

Not this moaning xenophobe again. I'm still trembling here, with him stood behind me, greasing up his penis, forcing me to eat brussel sprouts. Vegan tosser.

Oh great, another Morrissey album. I wonder if he's still sad all the time. Okay, it turns out this album is actually pretty fun and not the absolutely crucifying experience I've come to associate with Morrissey. Lots of diversity in the music, and it works well with his voice. Does this mean that I like Morrissey? 4/5

RACIST CUNT

3.5 - Is this what Brexit sounds like? Here's a supremely talented band and singer who manage to screw it up because Morrissey can't stop moaning about problems that only the most provincial of Brits would care about.

I know, i know... im as surprised as you are

“Were the last British people you will ever know” sounds pretty sus when you remember Morrissey’s racist shit.

Morrissey can get in the sea.

Yeah, I thought it was pretty good. People always ask who's your Arsenal. For me it's not the invincibles, it's not "it's up for grabs now" Michael Thomas Fever Pitch et al Arsenal, it's not record breaking FA Cup winning Arsenal or Xhaka getting sent off or Jack Wilshere getting injured. No, it's Carl Jenkinson and co getting beaten 8-2 at Old Trafford with "with a packet of sweets and a cheeky smile, Arsene Wenger is a paedophile " playing in the background.

Idk... not that into the music and he keeps singing about things that make me think he's an asshole.

It’s painfully obvious in listening to this that Johnny Marr was the heart of The Smiths.

Another beautiful Morrissey album. One I have sadly neglected, I always seem to listen to Viva Hate or a Smiths when I need a shot of Morrissey's wry humour, deprication and stinging commentary. But Your Arsenal is worthy of attention too. 4 stars

The worst man who’s music I will love forever. Not his smiths best but still very decent and one of his best solo efforts. 4/5

I'm not a Smiths fan enough to be really interested in Morrissey's solo career, which just sounds like a less interesting version of his old band to me. It's not bad though, just... not something I'll want to return to.

fuck morissey, he was never a gud musician just was at the right place at the right time. look like the asshole guy who be treating his girl badly

Zeus: Are the wickedest queens always the comeliest? Hercules: Usually I mean, talk about an asinine personality and attitude wrapped in sexy packaging. Morrissey is so yummy on this album cover, looking like a real snack. But then he lives to instigate bullshit and it’s just so immature and painful to watch. I love and appreciate his immense lyrical talent, and I feel like I could empathize with him, but then I read quotes of the things he’s said and I’m repulsed by his wretched insistent cuntiness. The heart wants what it wants though, and ultimately, mine wants witty, wry and darkly humorous lyrics, something Morrissey always delivers.

I can never tell whether Morrissey is serious or taking the piss, but it kinda makes him cool. Music was catchy in that UK pub rock way that I'm sure Morrissey actually hates, and I'm sure there are a kazillion instances of him talking shit about other bands that sound exactly like this. Lyrics are full of his usual oddball social commentary and nihilism. There was one line that said "we don't vote conservative, never have ... everyone lies" haha. Nailed it. You know what, I'm actually gonna get out the 5/5 for this one. Fucken brilliant.

Four Morrissey solo records down, zero left to go. Finally.

Too much morrisseyyyyyy

Really solid Alt Rock album. F**k Morrissey tho

Was surprised how rock-focused this is. Some songs are still reminiscent of the Smiths, but others go for some straight-forward rock. It's nice. Lyrics are still on-point. Favorite tracks: "The National Front Disco", "We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful"

Honestly was not excited for this one when I saw it come up. As far as the other The Smiths and Morissey albums I've listened to go, while not being bad, I've just never really cared for them. For post-punk, they've generally been too thin sounding and jangly for my tastes. This one however has some teeth and power to it, with Morissey having a more full sounding voice thats very forward in the mix. And his singing is pretty on point compared to the other stuff. The opener and You're the One For Me, Fatty are my standouts with their reggae/surf rock vibes. That said, I don't think its hitting me hard enough to quite give it the four. One of the highest 3s I'll ever give.

Reeeeaally didn’t want to listen to this one. While Morrissey’s voice is distinct and iconic, I’ve just never been much of a fan (all of his political opinions aside). I was surprised to find it a much more straightforward punk and rock record as opposed to the sadboy jangle of The Smiths. Still, it was only fine. There were some decent lyrical anecdotes, and the decidedly more upbeat vibe than the Smiths album I’ve previously heard, made it a fun, surprising listen. The old wives tale goes “Every time you play KISS’s 1998 album ‘Psycho Circus’ an angel loses its dick”. But I say “Every time you play Morrissey’s 1992 album ‘Your Arsenal’ an angel gains… a superiority complex”. *pats Morrissey on the head* Now get outta here ya whiney little shit, I got another album to review.

morrissey might be a twat but he makes decent music

I tried (and probably failed) to listen to the album with an open mind. I like The Smiths, I really dislike Morrissey. I didn’t particularly enjoy this album, maybe because I couldn’t get past how I feel about Morrissey, but I do think I also just didn’t enjoy the music that much. I definitely prefer his work with The Smiths to his solo stuff. The national front disco could be an excellent track about people being drawn in by the far right, but when Morrissey sings “England for the English” it’s hard to view the song as a critique rather than an endorsement. Similarly when he sings “we are the last truly British people” it’s impossible not to read that in the context of his Xenophobia. All that aside, I think the music just wasn’t massively exciting to me, although there definitely were parts I enjoyed. Fav song: You’re Going to Need Someone on Your Side Least fav: You’re the One for Me, Fatty

So so album, and then he went mad.

Sounded like a budget INXS.

F this guy

No.

No.

Your Arsenal – Morrissey (1992) Swagger, self pity, and sharp suits all locked in. Rating: 4.7/5 Short Review: This is Morrissey at his most muscular and confrontational. The guitars punch, the songs move, and the melodrama feels intentional instead of indulgent. Bitter, funny, and weirdly confident. Favorite Track: You’re Gonna Need Someone on Your Side. Big hook, big attitude, zero hesitation.

This was great. I love Morrissey because his musical style is so clever and surprising, but his vocal delivery is so dry and serious-sounding, but then you listen to the actual lyrics and it's so dry and satirical (see "You're The One For Me, Fatty", "Seasick, Yet Docked", and "We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful". Every song is interesting musically -- say, if you don't understand English, but the lyrics add a whole level of awesomeness that I can't get enough of. I listened to it twice and could have gone again if I had more time. Five stars.

I really enjoyed this album. It's funny because The Smiths can be very hit and miss for me, but here you have an album where Morrissey just comes out on his own and sings banger after banger. Haven't heard his solo albums that precede this one, but may just have to give them a listen. Excellent through and through and I definitely will be returning.

morrissey is coming back to this list, swapping his usual moody new wave sound for something tougher, bolder... he's got a new image, new band members and a brand new sound to boot. it's very interesting listening to this album. you could tell this album compared to the other stuff from the smiths, morrissey speaks his mind from start to finish. ambiguous, ironic, and full of wit, i was... really not surprised by how good the album was objectively, but the new sound complimenting his voice strongly.

Fucking phenominal album. This is the best thing Morrissey ever did, this albums rocks and has hilarious moody Morrissey lines and some genuine heartbreakers. Nearly perfect album

Unfortunately good.

I’m surprised I never heard of this guy before today. I’ve heard of the smiths but never listened to them, so I don’t know how i would have ever run across his solo work. It seems like everyone has an opinion of him, and he isn’t well liked. But since i have no prior history of him being an ass, i was able to be pragmatic with this. Loved it. This will be a repeat listen.

This man is something else. The music he makes is timeless, transcendental, mystical, other-worldly. It reminds me of an ambiguous time in the past, but makes me have memories of a lived future at the same time. The only "crime" he's ever committed is to be ahead of public opinion by 15 years. All of the supposed nefarious things he's said all became true. I love him even more for his stance and for his conviction. This album is a 4, but because of the absolute legend that is Morrissey it's a 5 for me.

This is the first Morrissey album I've ever listened to. I was also in a similar situation in respect of The Smiths, and I've listened to three of their albums via this website - one bad, two good. As a result of my experience with The Smiths albums I wasn't sure what to expect from this album, I am pleased to say this was another good, in fact great, album. Eminently listenable, the lyrics are really clever, the music is top-notch, and I like his singing voice. There wasn't one bad track. I absolutely loved "You're the One for Me, Fatty" and "Certain People I Know". I will be listening again for sure.

An excellent post-Smiths solo album. More musically interesting than any other album I've heard Morissey do. Powerful guitars, provocative effects, rockabilly, hard rock. Right up my alley. 4.5/5

WAIT.. THIS BANGED??? God damn it

I somehow missed this entirely; not only had I never heard of this album, but I didn't know a single song from it. I'm blaming it on my first born coming along the previous year, so I was a bit distracted? It's an extremely good album, well paced, cracking songs, and an interesting sound that's different enough from The Smiths without going off into weird territory. I have to give this 5 stars it seems.

Morrissey and the Lads at their peak. Mick Ronson's production is stellar. It's possible that my love due to some amount of nostalgia, it was during a fun, happy time of my life but I think it holds up. I know that Morrissey isn't for everyone, I'm not sure he's for me anymore with some of the absolutely asinine things he's said over the last decade or so, but literally every song on this album is stupendous.

When one thinks of Morrissey, one thinks of The Smiths, the jangly literate erstwhile kings of Manchester who produced one instant classic after another; their sound having influenced and colored a generation of musicians who came in their wake. While his third solo album after the band's acrimonious split, Your Arsenal, doesn't offer up any semblance of that kind of fanaticism, it is equally as excellent and on par with the best of them. From the get-go, Your Arsenal is Morrissey turning a new leaf and conducting a band that rocked harder than any that has come before or since while still offering the sardonic and eye catching lyricism and imagery that fans come to know and love him for. Nearly forty minutes of brash confidence and renewed vigor, just the one for us fattys.

Another surprisingly enjoyable listen! I had only heard a few of the songs in passing back in the day, essentially writing it off as soft pop for angst college girls, but that’s on me for not giving it a chance. Truly enchanting at moments, extremely cohesive but broad in its subject matter and overall themes. Really a five star gem!

I love the music of Morrissey but I find the man himself obnoxious and I don’t listen to him much anymore. Lately, though, I’ve introduced the Smiths to my teenager so I have been enjoying his collaborative work, and listening to this album now reminds me how much I love his solo music as well. It also reminds me of how horrible he is. Some of the lyrics are straight up xenophobic, others are mean-spirited and obnoxious. But all of the songs are so catchy! I love listening to them! Ugh, so torn. I'm giving this album a 5 since the music is so good, but I probably won't listen again because it also makes me feel kinda gross.

I don't know exactly what I thought I knew about Morrissey that made me think I wasn't going to like this. Whiny and depressing, maybe? Well, color me shocked, but apparently I'm a fan. There was nothing here I didn't like and several I loved: "Certain People I Know," "We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful," "Tomorrow."

Not one of my favorite Morrissey albums, but he is still an artist where his music is eclectic and passionate with wonderful & introspective lyrics. It's unfortunate that he's leaned heavily into a bit of a twat persona, but i am still thoroughly engaged in his music.

"Your Arsenal" is the third studio album from Morrissey and features a new band. The album was produced by Mitch Ronson (former David Bowie guitarist) and you can tell with influences and homages to David Bowie, T. Rex and even The Smiths. The music is more rockin' than his two previous albums which is obvious on his first few songs. Of course, Morrissey, during this time, was involved in controversy with accusations of Nazi racism with one of the songs, "The National Front Disco," wishing a variety of deaths (to The Smiths' biographer Johnny Roman's and wishing a motorway pileup) and performed wearing the Union Jack Flag with a back drop of two skin-head girls. Regardless, the music on this album is great: rockin, tuneful, lyrics, a band. And, the title "Your Arsenal" has a possible triple entendre: the power you command, pun on on 'your arse an' all,' and a jab at the Arsenal football team fandom. The album starts out with two hard rocking songs. Great wah-wah wobbly guitar reminiscent of Guns N' Roses begins "Your Gonna Need Someone on Your Side." A "Peter Gunn" rockabilly bass comes in and now the music sounds like X (the band)...that's a good thing. Morrissey's lyrics are probably about offering a friend help who doesn't want it. The second single "Glamorous Girl" continues the muscular rock with great guitar in the intro and throughout. Moz first sung about the queen being dead years before and now it's London. He is apparently angry with his home country. The second half of the album continues the barrage of good songs. The first single "We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful" again has a great guitar intro (pattern here?) And just a killer melody and chorus. It's more in the pop-rock category and has sort of soft-loud-soft dynamics which I'm a sucker for. Self-explanatory lyrics. "Tomorrow" ends the album and is one of my favorite Morrissey tunes. Another great pop song melody. A classic Smith's sounding song. Is it about not wanting to leave the morning after spending the night with someone, just getting old or both? I have to admit this is the first Morrissey album I've listen to in its entirety. I have no idea why? I've listened to all The Smiths' albums and have heard most of these songs. Anyway, it's a great album and in the conversation for some of his best work.

I feel like Morrissey would be great to see live, but no songs really stood that much out from eachother. I take that back, "We'll Let You Know" is very nice. Ok they're all very different actually goddamn. And otherwise I enjoyed it all. I gotta go and listen to some more The Smiths. "I Know It's Gonna Happen Someday" got me in a fucking trance damn. 4, could be a 5 actually, na 4 is good. The way the songs get better over time reminds me of Arctic Monkeys ngl. Damn, people really hate this guy, and well, most of the lyrics on this album does make him seem like an asshole who's bitter that his band left him. it's great music though. 5 lol

This one grew on me as it went, the canned clean backing band doing approximations of different music genres I thought it was trying to be genuine, then the imagery of fake Hollywood types, and the more satirical stuff towards the end showed its hand and I got it.

Whether Morrissey is solo or with The Smiths, one thing remains constant—his distinctive voice and vocal style. To me, this album doesn’t stray too far from The Smiths’ sound. It’s a bit more aggressive and guitar-driven, with a touch of rockabilly. There’s definitely a strong glam rock influence throughout, which makes sense considering the album was produced by Mick Ronson, who worked closely with David Bowie. That glam edge gives the album a unique feel compared to some of Morrissey’s earlier solo work.

No wonder Morrissey is so pretentious: three Smiths albums, and now four Morrissey albums on the list. Of course he has an ego the size of Jupiter. Against my better judgment, I enjoyed Your Arsenal. I didn't want to, because he is shirtless on the album cover, but we can't choose our music tastes. Your Arsenal is the Morrissey album that sounds most like the Smiths--like perhaps the direction the Smiths would have gone in if they hadn't disbanded (or Johnny Marr hadn't understandably become fed up with Morrissey). Morrissey leaned more towards glam rock, which doesn't make much sense for 1992, but he does have a former Bowie guitarist on this album, and that does make sense. His lyrics are as strong as ever, and with a song title like "Seasick, Yet Still Docked"? Damn, the album's sound is just catchy.

Didn't hate this as much as I was expecting to - it was ultimately just 40 minutes of Morrissey doing his Morrissey thing, for better or worse. That is: the melodic and earwormy angelic singing propped up against this very smug delivery with lyrics that try way too hard to be relatable and production that's very much akin to the colourful and lush playing of the Smiths and, thankfully, less tacky than the production on his later solo albums (particularly 'You Are the Quarry'). The acoustic ballads here were genuinely gorgeous, especially 'We'll Let You Know' and 'Seasick, yet Still Docked', where the very light and repetitive acoustic strumming gives off heavy 'Never Had No One Ever' vibes. The song 'We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful' is that classic witty passive-aggressive Morrissey song, and I enjoyed it for what it is. Can't say the same for 'You're the One for Me, Fatty', which reminded me why I hated this entitled prick so much. I think I ended up loving this because it felt more like classic Smiths than it does POS old-man uber-British Nationalist Morrissey (though that part seeps through a bit on 'Glamorous Glue', but in a seemingly well-intentioned manner). This album walks that fine line still - on the cusp of being insufferable. But I enjoyed it, and I hate that.

Album 958 of 1089 Morrissey - Your Arsenal (1992) Rating : 3.25 / 5 I’ve come to like a lot of Morrissey’s work over the past few years - that distinct voice, the sharp wit, the way he delivers lines that only he could get away with. This one, though, just didn’t hit quite the same for me. It’s fine… it’s unmistakably Morrissey - his personality and tone are all over it - but it just feels mid-tier compared to some of his other releases. The musicianship is solid, and there are flashes of that trademark charm and bite, but nothing that really jumped out or stuck with me after the listen. Maybe I’m just too attached to the bigger hits and the earlier stuff that first drew me in. That said, even an average Morrissey album still has a certain appeal - the kind that keeps you listening just to catch his phrasing or that next sly turn of lyric. This one might not make my top list, but it’s still Morrissey being Morrissey, and there’s something to be said for that.

Day673 - i begrudgingly enjoyed this but morrissey still sucks

I was expecting a little self-loathing and world-hating jumping into this. Who knew I would get slapped with uptempo distorted guitars and melodic vocals. He found his inner Buddy Holly via Johnny Rotten on this album. I really liked how Glamorous Glue went from “London is dead” to We’ll Let You Know felt etched with disappointment and self-questioning, which I think we have all felt at some point. Certain People was surprisingly English-Country twangy, and yet worked so well in context of the album. We Hate When… was so very ‘90s pop rock, like a movie soundtrack song, so naturally I liked it and empathized. Never thought I’d say this: this was by far my favorite Morrissey/Smiths album!

I mean this is basically just worse Smiths. I can definitely feel the lack of Johnny Marr. Pretty enjoyable, but probably not a greatest album of all time. Honestly not that much to review. Standout Tracks: You’re Gonna Need Someone On Your Side; We’ll Let You Know; Seasick, yet Still Docked 2/5 deserves to be on this list

This album is great. There’s so much emotion in his voice and interesting songs from the instrumentation. I need more listens to refine my thoughts on this, but I think 4/5 is very fair. Might bump it to 5

While not a manic fan, I've always enjoyed the music and lyrical approach of The Smiths. I have, however, had only passing familiarity with Morrissey solo and this is the first record I've really deep dived into. On the whole it's surprisingly strong, though also very un-Smiths like. It rocks a little harder than The Smiths and lacks the melodic subtleties and textures that Johnny Marr was able to bring. But it's still a really strong collection of pop tunes and consistently engaging from top to bottom. I understand there will be more Morrissey on this list and I'm looking forward to hearing where he goes.

It's time we discuss and distinguish the artist versus the art. Noted, upon this, my first time listening to one's arsenal, no doubt because I always put it off. Believe me, I was on the wagon with the Smiths in the 80s as a proto-incel, along with Stephen and the lot of his hapless band-mate captives. After they split and Morrissey went on to be a singular maudlin cunt it got really stuffy listening to his troubadour screeds. He carried on being a literate bore and I just let my interest lapse. Now, being put to task to listen critically, I'm really surprised how spot on lyrically tempered and rhythmically bombastic it is. Maybe enough time passed and now I can just appreciate the art and forgive the artist for being such a pedantic primadonna. Viva hate.

I've always felt that the songwriting in this era of Morrissey's solo career feels a little formulaic. Someone gives him some Marr-esque jangly guitar riffs and he warbles over the top. The end result is good though, but perhaps it doesn't totally stack up as an entire album. Glamorous Glue is brilliant!

I didn't expect to like this album because I haven't heard any Morrissey songs that I like. But this is a side of Morissey I haven't heard before. So I've listened to it about 4 times and read all the lyrics. It starts off strong and I really like You're Gonna Need Someone On Your Side and Glamorous Glue. I didn't know Morrissey could rock out like that! He mixes up the vibe pretty well throughout the album. They aren't all rockers but overall the music is pretty great although sometimes the lyrics are just too melodramatic for me. Certain People I Know has a cool laid back groove and the lyrics kind of crack me up. "I'd hate to be like certain people I know, They break their necks and can't afford to get them fixed" We Hate it When Our Friends Become Successfull is such a catchy earworm. I like it more with each listen and okay... the lyrics are pretty funny. And that's part of what's so strange to me about him. He's so deeply dramatic and over the top and then he pulls out a song like You're the One for Me, Fatty. And I just don't know what to think of him. I think he's kind of kooky but not always in a bad way. He's pretty unapologetically himself and I guess I can appreciate that. I think I've listened to SO MUCH bad music in this project that in the grand scope of things, maybe Morrissey isn't as bad as I thought.

I love Morrissey. Would like to give an extra star for the thirst trap this is the album cover, but I won't do that :-D

I know that Morrissey is battling is share of demons and public image issues but I'll forever be a Smiths fan and honestly most of what he's released solo is very good as well. This was as good as anything I've heard and loved in the past (Vauxhall & I, Southpaw Grammar, Kill Uncle etc). Perhaps he gave himself away in "We'll Let You Know"….."We are the last truly British people you will know"

New listen - Surprisingly rocking. Not my favourite set of Morrissey songs. North of America has a lyric in one of their jams that goes ‘we hate it when our friends become successful’ … and now I know where that come from!

First time listening to this. The first song, You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side, has a kinda cool surf rock vibe. It really wasn't what I was expecting. The second song, Glamorous Glue, has a fun, almost bluesy beat. So far, this is going better than I thought it would. I had some preconceived notions about Morrissey and it's a pleasant surprise to have that challenged. I even found myself unconsciously tapping my fingers along to a few songs. In the end, it gets 3 stars because I know who he is, I suspect he kinda hates women, I know he hates sex and all this while serving up his body on the cover of the album.

Morrissey, better than I expected. Maybe I enjoyed it more than a Smiths record?

Bit random in the mish mash of sounds - glam, rockabilly, rock. There are lot of hooks which is unusual for Morrissey. I had forgotten how much it loses its way towards the end though. Overall, despite some provocative lyrics, it’s decent enough.

To be clear, I've always been a fan of The Smiths. It's much easier to overlook what Morrissey would become as their music is full of pathos, poetry, and hope. There's bits of that still remaining in his solo work, but there's also a thread of what would become his right-wing nastiness.

I was so sure I'd hate this, but it actually... rocks? The run of The National Front Disco to the unfortunately named You're the One for Me, Fatty really won me over. I would listen to this again for sure. Insert obligatory "Morrissey is a prick" comment here. 3.5

This album surprised me. Morrissey can sound a bit like a lounge singer to me at times but this rocked harder than expected.

I think pretty much every Smiths or Morrissey record that's come up so far, I've taken a pop at the militant vegan xenophobic Brexiteer. So it would be a bit boring to do so again. Without the Smiths and Johnny Marr in particularly, Morrissey starts to sound a bit bland IMO.

Gros problème dès le départ : l'album s'ouvre sur la mélodie de la chanson Un Rayon de Soleil de William Baldé. Si on met ça de côté, c'est du Morrissey tout craché : de bons morceaux et une horrible pochette.

I literally swore out loud when I got this as today's album. Fucking Morrissey again?! I've rated the previous Smiths and Morrissey albums I've gotten so far as either 2/5 (good musically, but hate his voice and lyrics) it a begrudging 3/5 (musically great and his voice isn't really that bad). This one is a stretch too far though. His voice (which is my main gripe) is actually the least grating I've heard it on this album, and musically it's fine, but some of the lyrics are really problematic, especially in the context of some of his later comments and actions. Lyrics like "At heart, what's left, we sadly know That we are the last truly British people you've ever known", "England for the English", "to the National front disco, because you want the day to come sooner" and "London is dead, London is dead" are really triggering, especially in a time when White Nationalism is again on the rise in the UK (and elsewhere). Some will argue that these don't reflect Morrissey's opinions - they're characters , expressions of cultural alienism, or maybe just being provocative. However, I can't help but view them in the knowledge that Morrissey has expresses sympathy with hard line anti-immigration politics and groups, uses racial stereotypes in other songs, has draped himself in the Union Jack whilst performing those songs, thinks Chinese people are a subspecies, has made comments about Britain being "taken over " and its identity being erased by outsiders, and blamed a terrorist attack on multiculturalism. I'm normally pretty good at separating the art from the artist, but there's just too much to ignore. Fuck Morrissey. Oh, and the cover is gross; stupid, sexy xenophobe.

Morrissey

Thank god for Manchester

Actually really good album I haven't heard before, I could use alternate cover art Will I listen to again: 100%

Loved this!!

Prise my Morrissey records from my cold dead hands

Just an amazing album from beginning to end.

I'm giving this a 5. None of it is boring and great opening track and it doesn't stop from there

Classic

Morrissey as a person aside, this is a great album!

One of the best Smiths albums every produced. such a diva.

4 or 5/5 was great

Viva Hate - Morrissey ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another great album about Morrissey's favorite topic on earth, himself, his wonderful self, bitch! Awash in glam and rockabilly (did I hear some surf guitars just now?) our charming man sounds as good as he ever did in The Smiths. The most English, snippy, dry, brilliant, delusional, joyful, sad work of art about one's love affair with oneself since Noel Coward's 'Private Lives' with its evasion of moral judgement, and the blur of paradox and witticism. Morrissey's third solo album includes Johnny Marr's favorite Moz song, 'We Hate it When Our Ex-Band Mates Become Successful' seasick, yet still docked, indeed!

Ну хорошо Морриси, правда, его соло карьера - отличный пример, как можно развиться вне бенда. Кайф

Great album. Banger after banger.

A really good album, i like it, and i don't care what happens with Morrissey as person.

To misquote Godard, it turns out "All you need to make an album is a quiff and a quill" - and now realizing I enjoy Moz's music much more without the accompaniment of Marr's jingle jangles...

A new world of Mozza solo work has opened up before my eyes. Absolutely loved this.

This album is really good as it combines Morrissey's brooding grandeur with surprisingly driving guitars, bass and drums. It's a great combination and definitely something else than the jangly territory of The Smiths.

4.5 - love morrissey. definitely expanded beyond the smiths and has a much stronger beat with the normal morrissey lyrics.

I don’t know if it was this here project shoving him down my throat or the election, but this hit me in the feels today. I’m gonna go take a shower and see if I can wash off this ick.

Mehr als ok! Klingt handgemacht, frisch und für mich unverbraucht!

Fabulous. Big Morrissey fan so loved every song. He can do no wrong

Solid album. I like this one better than the last Morrissey album I got. I have yet to get a Smiths album, I'm sure that will change soon.

Morrissey is not a great person but damn he makes great music. I loved this whole album, my fave song is Tomorrow.

Perfect.