Reviews (page 8 of 15)
“Stop me if You think that You’ve heard this one before” is an absolute banger! Rest of the album is quite solid as well.
I love The Smiths, but this felt like watching your favorite band break up in real time. And not even in a dramatic way — just awkward silence and passive-aggressive lyrics.
Some classics on here
Sounds like the talking heads but more morose, never really listened to the smiths growing up except maybe the hits on the radio. I can take it or leave it.
This was much more upbeat than I had expected it to be. Little whiny but I actually kind of enjoyed it. Solid three for a first listen. Can believe how many listeners they have on Spotify. Almost 18 million. Is the is the bank morrisey came from. I suppose I don’t really care.
I like to think that this is the album that The Smiths were always working towards. When they recorded it they knew they had reached what they wanted and then called it a day. Also, Fuck Morrissey.
I don't get the smiths. I wish I got the smiths. The mixing feels awful and cluttered. I don't think Morrissey has a good voice. I think post punk is dumb and took the idea of punk and ruined it. Maybe there is good music in here somewhere but even on a remastered release I am baffled with the choices. Grating to say the least
I really liked this album. I wasn’t sure what to expect other than that Morissey being the lead singer of the band. I never really loved anything I heard from him but I almost always like the production. And that’s no different here, his unique vocal delivery totally works for me, and on top of that they really make the most of his voice by making it sound like the music revolves around him and not the other way around. Sonically I loved how “80s” sounding it is which the synths and the production style. If you like that “80s” sound then this album is right up your alley. And if you are from The US then chances are this band is completely new to you (The Smiths are way bigger in the UK but I can clearly see why, they are great).
People seem to either have a pure hatred or absolute obsession with The Smiths regardless of the music. In this case, I really (unexpectedly?) enjoyed the music here. It was more upbeat and engaging than the brooding mundanity I expected.
Prozac was introduced in 1988, if only it had been a few years earlier. I don't hate the Smiths, but there does not need to be multiple Smiths' album on this list.
wasn’t locked in for this one. just couldn’t really feel this one. nothing grabbed me where i was like OH!
3.5 stars Favourites: Death of a Disco Dancer Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me
Although the lyrics are dark and at times stinging the satire and Morrissey soft indie-pop crooning make for a sweet listen. My standout tracks are: Trk4 - Girlfriend in a coma Trk5 - Stop me if you think... Trk1 - A Rush and a Push and the Land is Ours Trk8 - Paint a Vulgar Picture Trk7 - Unhappy Birthday Trk6 - Last Night I Dreamt Someone Love Me
Rounding up from 3.5 stars I count myself a Smiths fan, but I don’t tend to listen to their albums start to finish other than The Queen is Dead. Some of their best songs aren’t even on their albums proper. So even though a lot of people say Strangeways is their best, I haven’t spent enough time with it. I’m so glad this game forced me to listen to it again. It’s known as the record where they shifted their sound from their jangle pop/post punk fusion. Even the record’s title seems to signal the start of an experimental new era (that immediately ended when they broke up before the album came out). But it turns out Strangeways was the name of a prison in Manchester, so I guess it was an ending after all. Lyrically, Morrissey is misanthropic and self-pitying as ever (and a tad murderous) - but still tongue in cheek a lot of the time. He’s like an emo Oscar Wilde. Not gonna comment on every song but some things I liked/noticed: -I Started Something Couldn’t Finish - the horns made me think of Britpop-era Blur. -Death of a Disco Dancer - Sounds a bit like Dear Prudence and I like how this spirals into a moody, chaotic jam. -Girlfriend in a Coma - classic Smiths, a jaunty tune about a morbid subject. Uh, I don’t think he’s too sad about the girlfriend. -Stop Me if You Think You’ve Heard This One Before - violent imagery, lies, alcoholism, and a fading romance - topped off by a great closing solo by Johnny Marr. “I still love you / only slightly, only slightly less / than I used to” - how romantic! One of their best songs for sure. -Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me - why does that extended intro sound like the Twin Peaks theme -Death at One’s Elbow - can’t you just write a love song, Morrissey? It’s always “There’s somebody here / Who really really loves you” on one hand and “there’s somebody here / Who’ll take a hatchet to your ear” on the other. It’s a shame that Marr and Morrissey hated each other and this was their last record. (But can you blame Marr? Morrissey’s a prick.) Regardless, I still love The Smiths, I happily listened to this all weekend, and it rewarded repeated listens.
When the Morrissey decides to put effort into a track, it's pretty fuckin' amazing. The rest of the time the instrumentals are really carrying the album. Front to back, Marr and the other two guys that no one remembers are putting together these beautiful jangle-y, bass-y shimmering 80s indie rock gems and it's fantastic... it's The Smiths. Morrissey only really delivers on half the tracks... but when his lyrics and vocal melodies hit, they hit really hard. They're witty and funny and devastating... and catchy as hell. But when they miss, they really drag down the track with their boring melodies and wordy ramblings. O and I really hated that growl in the pre-chorus of "A Rush and A Push". What the hell was that. Going into this record I had this assumption that The Smiths were more a singles band than an album band... and that held up pretty true here. Highlights: I Started Something I Couldn't Finish - very Smiths-y Girlfriend takes a long nap - good silly fun Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before - extra extra Smiths-y Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me - love the keys and strings - love the devastating lyrics - favourite track on the album Death at One's Elbow - weirdly upbeat for The Smiths, love the harmonica?
Solid. I generally want more from a lead vocalist, but the lyrics were cheeky and interesting enough throughout to keep me engaged.
I never really “got” The Smiths and (unfortunately) that streak continues. Johnny Marr remains a genius, all things considered (they don’t give a signature Jaguar to just anyone)… I just don’t really resonate with Morrisey. I’m also not super stoked on the late-80s production aesthetic, either — and this record suffers from stage IV eightiesrecorditis. It’s terminal. Highlight for me was ‘I Started Something’, minus the lazy fade-out at the end.
Something about this guys voice is like nails across a chalkboard
Ok 3/5
2.5
"Whether or not Strangeways, Here We Come ended the Smiths' brief career with their best album has been the subject of considerable debate for nearly a quarter century.." Well I can easily solve that connundrum - no, it definitely isn't. No wonder they broke up. This isn't a patch on 'The Queen is Dead'. However it is still The Smiths, so it can have 3 stars just for that.
Solid album
I find it weird to celebrate these albums that were like, "this band was about to breakup. They were fueding and this is what they created. It isn't that good but it was the last one." really don't like that great music is being pushed out because of stuff like this.
Gone too fast, a little jangly, but man some funny corkers here. Girlfriend In A Coma and Unhappy Birthday. Legendary. What's a Strangeway?
I have come to the realization that I like The Smiths. But Morrissey solo? Nope, don't need it
A true work of art
I really need to remember "Unhappy Birthday" as a great sarcastic text to send friends on their bdays.
What the hell did I just listen to?!?? It started casually (I wasn’t paying that close attention) and then Girlfriend in a Coma awoke me. Then Unhappy Birthday left me confused and laughing, and I had to start the whole album over and focus on the lyrics. If Manson, Gacy, Dommer and Bundy wrote an album, it would be this one. I was caught between laughing and horrified! Paint a Vulgar Picture, Death’s Elbow; Death of a Disco Star: wow! Morrissey was Marilyn Manson and ICP before it was cool! I’m coming back here!
Random thoughts: * I think I'm now a fan of The Smiths. I'm just down with the sound and music style. Who knew? * I listened to this album 3-4 times because it was quick and a good listen. * I particularly liked "Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before" and "Unhappy Birthday" but the whole album was solid. * I'm looking forward to delving into more of The Smiths discography.
It’s their distinct sound which I can only handle for so long. Great album though, it really is its own thing.
I could never be a goth. I don't know what he did to me in a past life, but these vocals put my hackles on edge and send me to sleep all at once. Such a deal breaker for me.
Not a huge fan. Musically it's solid but without much variation, vocals are lackluster. Feels like it wants to be deep but comes more across to me as something that people who want to be pretentious claim is a masterpiece. There are some good lines in there
Super Dope
Every time the Smiths or Morrissey on this list I’m filled with dread and then every time I actually listen I’m like, oh okay this is actually totally fine. That said ladies after listening to Girlfriend in a Coma if he’s a Smiths fan? That’s a red flag
Whiny... Not my thing.
I sleep
Garbage
This feels like music someone has poured emotion into. It's overflowing with sincerity and earnest angst.
Pretty middling stuff from The Smiths.
Morrisey is much more tolerable in The Smiths versus solo.
It was really good!
The Smiths are always pretty good, but this isn't exceptional.
MMMMIIIIIIIIDDDD In all honesty, I didn't give it much of a chance. I listened in the background while reading, will give another listen. Overall I liked the use of change in voice as a musical device like on the first song in the line "A rush and a push of the land", A Rush is sung from the throat. The melody in the first song is quite catchy as well but the song seems like a lull that leads to a climax that is quite tame or boring even. Will probably be returning though to "Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Love Me". The title alone appeals to me and it's the perfect addition to my LMB playlist just off themes alone. What else could you ask for in a heartbreak/sadboy song. Ideal lie in bed and stare at the ceiling song. 5/10 - Not bad by any means but not my taste. Listens as quite dated; either I've been spoiled by modern music being so dynamic or it just doesn't have what I'm looking for.
generic 80s
Eh.. not for me
No es el mejor pero está bien flama y además se nota que estaban probando cosas nueves pero luego van y se separan
Pretty alright, a little boring
I’ve never really been into the smiths but I can appreciate their impact on music, however this one didn’t really do it for me. A little boring to be completely honest.
Pretty standard Smiths album - enjoyable, consistent, but nothing stands out
Very meh as far as the smiths go
Brilliant, I'm not sure consistently brilliant but oh wow :) the bits that connected really did
One of my faves!
This album makes me want to push morrissey into a locker. That’s being said it’s still four stars, so take what you will from that.
Yet another amazing album by The Smiths. Girlfriend in a Coma/Band in a coma ready to break up? I wish Morrissey and Johnny Marr never had a fall out
I am a huge Smiths fan and this is a great record, but I am not sure it belongs on here. I would rather have an INXS record on here and not this.
Really didn’t like this album I only got about 3 songs in until I really didn’t like it. I love the smiths other albums like meat is murder and their self titled, but this seemed like a huge departure from those albums. I can see some people really liking this album but the weird vocal inflections from Moresy, weird mixing, and brash layered drums just didn’t enjoy it.
great, another Smiths album, another album of cool guitar music and Morrissey whining and bitching about everything. Love it.
An incredible album full of brilliant songs
I love it - great tunes and emotive lyrics - thank you!
Apart from the tracks I had already heard there wasn’t much to this album. The good songs are good. The rest of the album is raking over the same Morrissey ground
“Girlfriend in a Coma” alone is worth the five-star rating. Luckily the rest of the album holds up against that song as well. Love this band for all of its eccentricities and the fact that Moz is in it.
Not bad. Morrissey still sucks.
You know that meme/gif with the guy walking into a room with boxes of pizza only to be shocked when he sees the chaos going on? The one from Community? That’s me seeing the reviews for this album and the rabbit hole of the seething hatred for Morrissey. I’m going to be honest, I’ve must have had my head in the ground, because I’ve never heard of him or his controversies. Is it because I’m American or blissfully ignorant? So, I’m kind of going into this album blind and I have to say; I thought this was good. It’s some pleasant 80’s alternative with a layer of melancholy. I will say Morrissey voice helps achieve such melancholy, which makes the album feel “poppy” but a little subdued. I also like the variation between the songs. You have the emotional “Last Night I Dreamt That Someone Loved Me” to the weirdly upbeat sounding “Girlfriend In A Coma”. As someone who has never really heard of this band or their problematic lead singer (whom I’m aware I’ll get to hear more of later… oh boy), this was pretty solid. Favorite track: Last Night I Dreamt That Someone Loved Me Other hits: Girlfriend In A Coma, Paint A Vulgar Picture, A Rush And A Push And The Land Is Ours, I Started Something I Couldn’t Finish, Unhappy Birthday
The problem for me is always the same with the Smiths and Morrisey. I don't like his voice all that much and it is a huge feature of the music. The hard bit is that otherwise, including lyrically, I could really get behind this band and the lead singer solo himself. But it just always overwhelms me. I do try. Every time. Because I love this genre and The Smiths are such an iconic part of it I really almost feel bad that I don't like them. But here we are. Now, this and all my reviews are generally meant to be neutral reflections and that means this album ought get a pretty great rating. In this case I feel the need to override my own bias and say this band IS iconic and a huge part of the new wave/ alternative scene and thus is important. Thus my rating is solid, even if it is not for my particular taste.
No music that sticks
I've never listened through an entire The Smiths album before, so this was a first for me. Gotta say, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I actually liked the overall vibe of this album. There's something melancholy yet whimsical about these tracks, as well as some iconic lyrics. My favourite one was probably I Won't Share You, it's such a lovely song, something about it just hit the spot for me. Would definitely listen again.
Pretty generic britpop. It’s not bad, but most of the songs blend together.
The album felt kind of bland, this being the first one of the Smiths for me, and a second one from Morrissey. The first Morrissey record I rated the lowest in the first ~90 albums, and this has some similar traits, but thankfully, not all of them. This time the weird, ranting, lyrical themes aren't there, and this was a breath of freah air. What did stay the same though, are the simple, uninspiring and monotonous melodies. Only ever once in a while a song would sound different and unique from the rest, but most of the time they are just simple and straightforward, with not much excitement to break the flow. Maybe I just don't like this jangle/indie pop sound, but this album seems a bit too simple. Now that I think about it, the problem might be Morrisseys vocal color and articulation. Having said that, the album is not terrible, some of the songs are more melodic, easy going and fun to listen to. The mix has a bit of a forward treble/upper mids, which makes it more "fun and engaging", but isn't my personal preference. A fine album, nothing special.
Better than their depressing other music. Kinda upbeat, and played on acoustic instruments.
Отличный альбом, что тут ещё сказать!
Morrissey
A very good album (one of the best post-split albums?)
Very repetitive music. Couldn’t bring myself to finish it 2.5/10 ~ 1/5
Not bad, would listen again. Rough day at work so I didn't pay super close attention.
Best Song: Death of a Disco Dancer
Never really got The Smiths. It was pretty good but wouldn't buy a copy.
Glad to have heard this, it’s cool hearing morrisey with rich band instrumentation behind him. I do feel like he made the right move going solo here , it’s kinda odd hearing him be poppy although it’s not bad it’s just , could be great I’m curious to checkout more of smith / morrisey albums in this or on my own , looks like he has quite a coming into your own story
Honestly better than I remember it but not my favourite smiths album, though I won't share you is my favourite smiths song
Great production. Awesome sounding album
Not my favorite Smiths album but this still has a lot of good material. Fundamentally good music.
They have better albums
Yeah, The Smiths are pretty great.
This is one of those albums that for some reason I always forget how good it actually is. I saw it pop up this morning and my immediate thought was "great, my least favourite Smiths album", but after giving it another listen I actually would say this might be one of their best.
2/5
Not bad, I’m not sure if I wasn’t in the right mood to listen to it or something, but it just didn’t hit for me as much as other albums do. I’m sure if I listened to it again it will sound better, still good either way though.
I sit happily in the Morrissey is a complete wanker sub-group. Some give this 5 and still say they hate him. I just can’t stand his whole thing. One of not my least favourite vocalist, he really gets under my skin with his simpering act. This is like an endurance course that the whining little shit has too many entries in this list. The music is him and his delivery, with any other vocalist maybe a different story for me, as there is a definite (if indirect according to Marrs) link back to 1 of my all time favourites The Byrds jangle), but he is the Smiths sound, so it can fuck off, gave the last one 2 Stars but that, with this increased exposure now was being generous 1 Star, would be zero if I could,and there's more of him to come oh great.
Good vibes. Good beats. Good music.
Sad dad music. Unhappy Birthday stand out
Good rock music and the singer has a nice voice. Really nice to have on in the background while working around the house.
unfortunately, i liked this album
total: 42/10 stars: 2
The good stuff is front loaded on this album. I was disappointed with the second half
Why am I so miserable now? Linkin Park released a banger on this day.
I don't think I like The Smiths. They have yet to prove me wrong. Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me was a great song, but it can't save the rest of the album from the weirdness. I LOVE the light springiness of the acoustic guitar in most of these songs however, it's just that "The Smiths" vibe may not be for me.
Meh, didn't really vibe with any of the songs. Not an era of songs for me I suppose.
Really liked at first but on relisten I was kinda "meh"
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getting Oasis vibes (even though this predates them, and upon a quick google search were inspired by the Smiths), which is cool, because i've been on a big Oasis kick. 7/10
Perfect 80s riding bike to girlfriend soundtrack.
also March 25, 2025 HL: "Girlfriend in a Coma", "Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This Before", "Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me", "I Won't Share You" Morrissey 7/7. I'm tired, boss
My favorite Smiths album
Very well produced Nice separation between instruments Overall I like the songs Not keen on the vocals
In the decades-old The Smiths vs The Cure debate, I land just slightly in favor of The Smiths. But, wow, how this band takes me to a time and place.
i love it
Please no more sad British pop. English women must trounce these boys on the regular.
Overall an enjoyable album. A lot of variety in terms of mood. Very fun listen
Fine? Not my favorite The Smiths album I've listened to - maybe with some more Morrissey under my belt I'll appreciate it more in the future.
To be fair his wasn't as bad as I expected. Not to say I'll be rushing out to buy it. But it wasn't dreadful like I thought it would be. Only worth a 2 though.
Nobody else does it like this. The joyfulness of Johnny Marr’s guitar melodies overlayed by Morrissey’s unique self-deprecating dark humour. His vocals are stunning and the storytelling brilliant. Just a sensational album. My most favourite Smiths tracks aren’t on here, but it all just hangs together beautifully.
Stop me if you've heard this one before, but this is a beautiful album full of pop tunes and typically melancholy lyrics. The excellent production and extra instrumentation gives this record such a big sound. It was such a shame this super talented quartet split after this. I love it.
Once again I have been given another album featuring the insufferable Morrissey. Is there no end to his inclusion on this list?
Love it
Lejos de ser lo mejor de los smiths
I hate Morrissey
Never was a fan. That whiny nihilistic holier than thou vocalist can suck it. The music is great, but unfortunately the vocals are a no go.
Like the other Smiths albums I’ve had so far, this is fine. The Smiths sound great, their songs are pretty solid but they all have on glaring issue. He has a solid and unique voice and The Smiths wouldn’t be the same without him. If you haven’t figured out the problem is Morrissey. He’s such a dickhead and he drags this album down to a 3 just because he is on this album. It’s a shame because I do like The Smiths but Morrissey just makes that so difficult.
Some cool instrumentals, but a bit slow in general and monotone, 3/5
I wanted to hate this album so much based on my profound dislike of Morissey and his tired/predictable antics. Alas, not to be. Really liked it. Music and guitar work were spot on. And Morissey has a nice voice and lyrics were good. More Smiths back catalogue digging required! Solo stuff not so much!
This was fun and moody.
As a teenager in the 1980s, I found it difficult to access The Smiths' music; their songs were absent from top-40 radio stations, and their albums were not featured in record stores. It wasn't until several years later, during my time at university, that I was truly introduced to their music, although by then it was overshadowed by the grunge and alternative rock bands, which caught most of my attention. In retrospect, "Strangeways, Here We Come" is more approachable and pop-oriented compared to their earlier work. The production quality is exceptional, and the overall sound is more ambitious. The album often showcases jangly guitars, robust rhythm sections, and powerful emotive vocals, with memorable tracks such as "I Started Something I Couldn't Finish," "Girlfriend in a Coma," "A Rush and a Push and the Land Is Ours," and "Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me." However, there are a few songs, like "Unhappy Birthday" and "Paint a Vulgar Picture," that detract from its overall greatness. Ultimately, I wonder if both Morrissey and Johnny Marr were consciously trying to leave a significant final impression, knowing that this would be their final album. This music continues to feel vibrant, fresh and engaging. Hot take - "Strangeways, Here We Come" has become my favourite, and the best, album by The Smiths.
There's some decent music on here, but it's ruined by the fact Morrissey sings on every song. I don't like his voice, and really don't like him as a person either. That's not the rest of the band's fault, but it pushes me away from them regardless. If I'm going to listen to The Smiths, I'd rather listen to covers than hear him.
smith smith smith smit sit 3/5
Clássico The Smiths, todas músicas muito boas
What a loser.
Another British indie rock album. Sigh. Not one song I would revisit.
Beetje het zelfde allemaal maar, Paint a vulgar picture Girlfriend in a coma Zijn bangers
Closer to 3.5
pretty good
For all its lyrical melancholy and grim wit, few bands bring me more joy. Nobody plays guitar like Johnny Marr, nobody writes lyrics or sings like Morrissey. Truly one of the greatest bands ever and this is a perfect album.
Light 4 star, some good songs but not too much of an experience. Not to say it isn't good, cause it is. Just nothing crazy
"There's too much caffeine in your bloodstream and a lack of real spice in your life"
-hmm this was pretty good! not at all up to par with Meat Is Murder in my opinion, but still a lot of highlights and def more enjoyable than the Morissey solo albums -it was definitely a little samey and didn’t have toooo many standouts, but still a decent enough conclusion to The Smiths’ catalogue -Favorites are A Rush and a Push and the Land Is Ours and Stop Me If You Think You’ve Heard This One Before
I’ve always loved The Smiths. This isn’t my favourite album, but it’s still a great one!! Enjoyed dusting this one off and pleasing my ears.
I should like this album. I want to like this album. It’s so close to interesting but for me it feels like slightly elevated elevator music.
Liked the overall vibe of the album, but it was a little too airy I think. Still would listen again, but it didn’t knock my socks off and there wasn’t one song that I’d immediately listen to again.
I find it hard to disassociate Morrissey from the Smiths given how distinctive and prevalent his vocals are. Unfortunately given Morrissey is bell end with right wing leanings it somewhat undercuts my enjoyment of the Smiths. Favourite track: Girlfriend in Coma.
Strangeways, Here We Come My second listen to a Smiths album after Meat is Murder last year. Similar to that one, as I have a bit of a blind spot with Smiths albums I’m not sure how this sits in their 4 album run, apart from knowing it’s their last one. All the classic Smiths elements are here, and Andy Rourke shines as usual, but Marr really seems to be on one, with more ostentatious guitar hero licks than I expected, especially on I Started Something and Noely G I think must have used some of the licks on Stop Me as the basis for his lead playing. And after listening to Meat is Murder and Death at One’s Elbow on here I hadn’t realised how much country/rockabilly influence there is in the band, but thinking about it, it makes a lot of sense. I also really like the different instrumental colours, the marimbas, synths, horns, harmonium and autoharp, and the piano seemingly being more prominent too. I Started Something, Girlfriend in a Coma, Stop Me and Last Night are obviously the well known songs and they are excellent, A Rush and A Push is great too, but I really loved Death of a Disco Dancer, it’s maudlin drone, bass line and chugging guitars are fantastic. Not sure where Smiths fans rate this but it already feels like one of my favourites of theirs. I really like the melody to Paint a Vulgar Picture, and the country inflections of the aforementioned Death at One’s Elbow, but it does feel like the 2nd side isn't as well cooked as the first, running out of steam a little, and Unhappy Birthday is one of those slightly irritatingly churlish Morrisey lyrics, that can be a bit off putting. I think I’ve still got a thing with The Smiths, I think they’re great, but they’re one of those bands that I like and admire, rather than truly love. I don’t find it that hard to park my feelings about current day Morrisey, and he was capable at this time of some fantastic lyrics and imagery, but I’ve always found his voice and overall presence slightly tough going after a few songs in a row, even before I knew much about his public character, so I guess that plays a part in my overall feelings. It's better than Meat is Murder, there are some excellent songs in the first half and it's a very good album, but overall I don’t think it quite reaches a 5, so I’ll stick on 4. 🚓🚓🚓🚓 Playlist submission: Death of a Disco Dancer
The core of the album is nothing short of sublime, featuring some of the band's best work. 'Girlfriend in a Coma' feels like the perfect band performance - you can listen to each of the band and be astounded, from Morrissey's blackest of comical lyrics, to Rourke's glissando-ing bass, to Marr's beautifully picked guitar line, to Joyce's irresistible intro (with the offbeat tom) and brilliant transitions from chorus back to verse. From here into 'Stop Me if You Think You've Heard This One Before' which is the Marr/Morrissey partnership in imperious form - guitar hooks, and superlative lyrics ('and the pain was enough to make a shy, bald Buddhist reflect and plan a massive murder'). The brilliance continues with 'Last Night I Dreamt Somebody Loved Me'. After what must be one of the most evocative and depressing intros to any song, it symphonically bursts into a self-pitying, 50s-reminiscent ballad of unmatched proportions. For those alone it's a 5.
At one time in my life The Smiths were my favorite band and I still love them to this day. Everything bad people say about them is either people not being smart enough to understand what they were doing or, yeah, that’s just who they are. And I love them for most of that. One thing about who they are is that I think they were a singles band rather than an album band, and so none of their albums is as good as their two Best Of collections which I had as a teenager and wore out, lamenting how terrible life was rather than actually going outside and trying to make something out of it, which is a choice I fully stand by.
Several stand out songs including girl with a coma.
Love The Smiths though this is not my favourite or their best though still some absolute classics on here.
Só tem uma música boa
morrisseys voice is insane
Elliott Smith left this earth far too early so we'll have to appreciate what we were gifted.
This is a great reminder that The Smiths really don't do it for me. The album starts of great with A Rush but then takes a nosedive into some of the most average songs to come out of this band. It turns around with Last Night I Dreamt Someone Love Me (a song that would be better without its 2 minute intro) but is immediately followed by one of the worst lyrically written songs I've ever heard in Unhappy Birthday. "I've come to wish you an unhappy birthday because you're evil and you lie" followed by "It should be this way? I say No, I'm gonna kill my dog" The last three tracks amp back up to an enjoyable listening experience but leave me teetering between a 2 and a 3. I'm landing on a 2 because I Won't Share You reminded me that I'd much rather be listening to REM's Document that came out the same year and is infinitely better.
Enjoyed this much more than I thought I would. Lyrics are super entertaining and the composition is fun. Enjoyed the opening track and Girlfriend in a Coma. Each song paints a very vivid and unique story/scenario. Will definitely be listening to this album again even though most of their hits aren't off this record. Because the music doesn't seem to match the storyline of what is sung, it makes it even more entertaining and hilarious.
Songs very distinct. Happy guitar, sad morrisey. One day I’ll love this band, but for now I only like them
Girlfriend in a Coma was intended as a serious re-imagining of a Nina Simone song, which makes the fact that it's hilarious a bit awkward. Anyway, have to say it, The Smiths are incredible sadboy rock and in Morrisey's honor I'll feel slightly bad the next time I eat a hamburger.
I always get a kick out of Morrissey's lyrics and musicality in his singing, and this was no exception. Great album, although the mood kinda sits in your soul and isn't my favorite. Four stars.
Pretty good, liked their earlier stuff a little more
Who knew that the Smiths made happy music. I prefer the self loathing
A Masterpiece, an unforgettable vibe that still resonates today.
First time listening to a Smiths album. I like the poppy beat with the melancholy but witty lyrics. Unhappy Birthday was a highlight for me, I'd be interested in what tunes are on other albums.
I'd put two Smiths albums on this list. Not this one though. That said, the first six tracks are all 10/10 pop classics, showcasing just how experimental and diverse Johnny Marr's writing and playing was getting. And amazing sequencing - just perfect. Those.final four tracks are among their least memorable, however, even if Paint A Vulgar Picture is still fun. And Unhappy Birthday definitely in discussion for their worst sing and worst lyrics. Wish they'd had a bit more time to perfect it all and carry on in this grander, more varied musical direction. Amazing cover, title and song titles, as per. And fucking hell, Marr did all this when he was 23 while also managing the rest of the band and Morrissey's ego, knowing the end was in sight. Fav line: "So, in my bedroom in those 'ugly new houses' I danced my legs down to the knees"
Brainwaves, Steer from home
In what world is this their best album
I love the smiths. Several big tracks on this album.
I actually believe Morrissey feels everything he says he does on this album. This ranges quite beautifully from operatic stuff to jangle pop, though some of the Morrissey-isms are quite cringy. Standout tracks are: “A Rush and a Push”, “Death of a Disco Dance”, and Paint a Vulgar Picture”.
I love the music of The Smiths but really dislike Morrissey’s (or is it Morosey’s) lyrics. So it ends up with a 3 star.
Quality band those Smith boys. Smart lyrics and iconic guitar playing from Johnny. Girlfriend in a Coma best song.
I get why The Smiths appeal to some people, but the consistently downtempo instrumentals, Morrissey’s whiny pitchy vocals, and their inane, often seemingly pointless lyrics, make me not one of them.
Pretty solid, first song I knew and liked, the rest weren't pretty Smith-y as well.
Yet another Morrissey album.
I didn't realize they only had 4 albums in their career. Each are classics. This isn't my favorite but it's mighty strong.
Decent
Classic smiths
3.5/5
not the best smiths album
In retrospect The Smiths probably became/stayed the über-cult band they are due to the limited run the band had. As it is, this last album of theirs is also near perfect and we have been spared any strange later musical developments and most of all Morrissey-the-toxic-moron's emergence under his old band's banner.
It was a fine album, just not the mood I was in for the day
Good music actually. Vocals were ok, but they're trumped by the fact that Morrissey seems like an asshat.
I liked this the least of all The Smiths albums I've had on this list so far. Meat Is Murder was meh and The Queen Is Dead had some good points, but this album honestly had me going "oh fuck off" a few times. This is a 1.5 for me, but Morrissey's voice bugged me, the lyrics bugged me, and Morrissey in general just bugs me, so I'm rounding down.
1.5
The follow-up to “The Queen is Dead” and apparently the final release from the Smiths. With a cover that is probably some cultural reference whooshing over my head, I scratch mentioned head in anticipation of what this could be. “The Queen is Dead” was an excellent listen albeit a challenge. One of those challenges that’s rewarding, but a challenge nonetheless. The Smiths’ ultimate swansong, until Ticketmaster again raises prices 600% and the surviving members will have to accept a new album deal and virtual tour for 400 billion dollars sent via Neuralink. There is no other way to clear that Mr. Beast lunch meat ad from your subconscious vision. Onwards to victory Smithies. Catchy, poppy, but did we need the glockenspiel? I just wanted to type glockenspiel. That kinda day. This had almost reggae elements. That’s not good. Not a terrible song, yet not great. Oh no. Is this George Michael? The claps and horns are obnoxiously 80’s. This song feels almost lazy for the Smiths. I do like a few of the instrumental flourishes, but overall this is a bit of a dud. This is cool. This is at least 15 years ahead of its time as well. The disco dancer is dead, which is also, albeit sadly, apropos for the late 90’s/2000’s time this brings to mind from my futuristic ivory tower. Equipped with a spotlight for glaring in the eyes of the peasantry while I tell them which trends will take off in the ensuing decades. Enjoyably low key, with odd jangling guitar, creating an interesting track swimming in futuristic atmosphere. WE COME FROM A LAND DOWN UNDER. Is this? Dark humour? You just wouldn’t get it LIBRAL. That spelling mistake was part of that “joke” package, but due to my historic lack of proofreading these streams of consciousness and my sausage-like digits, it kind of feels like par for the course. The tongue in cheek humour of this song is actually quite interesting. Almost too quick. Not the coma. The uh, song. Stop stop. I think I might have heard this one before. Ok. Well. That’s it. Album has to be over now at the request of Morrissey. I want to thank the ancient monks of the unknowable mountain temples that are scattered throughout the ice-bitten isolation of earth’s many mountain ranges. I know you guys are out there grindin’ (pursuing martyrdom) making sure we don’t fall prey to the punishments of eternal damnation. I see you in your quest for enlightened humility under the tutelage and powerful ruling hand of your vengeful yet merciful god. Go off kings. Anyway. This sucked. Good ol screaming. Nothing beats it. This is moving in slow-motion now. I can’t believe this is such a short album and still, here we are. This is simply too much. This has almost elicited a laugh out of me. I have guffawed many a time during this list, but the lyrics are so dumb here that, well, they’re pretty funny. I think that’s the intention. This is like evil REM. Next child’s birthday party I attend? I will not play this song. What? Do you think I’m a monster? Check in with yourself. Ask yourself why your mind went to that place. Do you hate children? Do you hate me? Do YOU want to have an unhappy birthday? No matter how much you may be suffering with these unanswerable questions, this song is a blast. Uhh. Ok. I’ll start painting. Oh god. What horrors are ensnared in my mind. Like Tantalus, writhing for eternity, now released upon the canvas like the opening of the gates of hell. A fifth plague as the bell peals into the cracking skies. Barney has been painted. He is a different colour and he is wearing a trilby. A world where this didn’t exist is but a fond memory. An oasis in a desert of psychological anguish. Have mercy oh wise dinosaur, for it is I that loves thee. Good song. Uh oh. Let’s get into the club. Oh. The rockabilly club. Oh boy this one is not good. I won’t share you. Sounds like me hovering over the “share” function of Spotify during this album. “Has the Perrier gone straight to my head?” Sounds like me as a pre-teen pretending to be drunk while drinking sparkling water for the first time. This is actually a really nice song. What can you say about the Smiths that hasn’t already been said? Uhhh. They’re staunchly opposed to airlifting time-traveling orangutans to their history changing missions, preferring chuckwagons to be the primary mode of travel. There. That oughta be something nobody has ever said. Look, these guys are interesting, and this album follows that same path. The lyrics are out of left field and speak to me on some level. This feels like it needed to be released and while it doesn’t feel like it was intended to be the end at the time, it fits as a close to what I’m discovering was a solid career. I didn’t enjoy this nearly as much as “The Queen is Dead,” but some of the sounds on here would become essential as music progressed, and many of the beanie wearing gentrifiers who further refined indie-pop have “Strangeways, Here We Come” to thank. With their views on the transport of clairvoyant primates set aside, and taking into account the inclusion of some stinkers on the track list, this album feels influential and highly necessary with some genuinely enjoyable moments that will assuredly grow with time. Music to wake your coma-bound girlfriend with. 3-3.5 HIGHLIGHTS: Death of a Disco Dancer, Unhappy Birthday, Paint a Vulgar Picture, I Won’t Share You
The boy has got a gift for melody and drama that supersedes the assholery, and the tomfoolery.
no such thing as a bad Smiths album
Starts off slow with the first two or three tracks, but really picks up the tone and energy as it continues after that. My first full front-to-back listen actually and I wouldn't rave about it the same way that others do, but there's certainly something here to revisit at some point. 3.5/5 for the time being, but who knows? Maybe I could learn to love this one even more?
Not my fav smiths album and I was bored at points but saying that I love: Girlfriend in a coma Stop me if you think you’ve heard this one before Last night I dreamt somebody loved me 😣
Generous 3 Standout track: - Death of a Disco (4/5)
- kurzweiliges Album, das aber definitiv Bock beim Hören macht - allerdings schon unter dem Nivea von The Queen Is Dead 3,25/5
I enjoyed this, but not as much as the other Smiths albums on this list.
Nothing to report here. Typical 80's pop from the Smiths
chill rock, but some lyrics were questionably silly. ig that's the appeal of old school rock? I can't jam to this, but good for blending into the background while I do chores.
Angsty
Like the smiths, so enjoyed.
Morrissey is a boner, but I'll always love the Smiths. I'm a Queen is Dead guy, but this record is also great. Lotta grunting at the beginning. Grunt more Morrissey. Jonny Marr is the best.
Big Smiths fan but there were a couple songs I've never heard. Death of a Disco Dancer is now one of my fave Smiths songs, you can really hear how it influenced 90s grunge bands. Wouldn't be the Smiths without Morrissey being a massive drama queen in Unhappy Birthday. Can't lie but I'd enjoy it if I was in a self pity mood. I Won't Share You was a great song to end the album with. Obviously will listen to this album again. RIP Andy, absolute legend.
Why did i say I was excited for tomorrow's 😭 as a Smiths Hater, this was more interesting than I expected. It wasn't the worst thing I've heard to be fair. A lot of ERRRGGHHHHHH at the start lmao but my faves were the ones that I could imagine listening for fun. The rest could have been deleted from the Google Drive. Fave Songs: - I Started Something I Couldn't Finish - The Death of a Disco Dancer - Death at One's Elbow *much preferred the Mark Ronson version of Stop Me If You Think You Heard This One Before*
Albumi #159, 26.02.2024 The Smithsin neljäs ja viimeiseksi jäänyt studioalbumi vuodelta 1987. Albumi on parhautta, kuten on koko Smithsin muukin tuotanto.
It’s the favourite album of Morrissey and Marr of these and who am I to argue? It’s probably not got the absolute stand out tracks of some of the other albums but it’s very consistent. A subtile break with their sound but all the essentials. It’s also the only Smiths album I bought at the Time and I remember exactly where I was when I played it at a party after buying it.
Insufferable shite! Why is he wailing and growling like that?? "I'm gonna kill my dog" fuck right off Pretentious ass lyrics, thinks he's the dogs bollocks 1 ⭐️
So I've no listened to all The Smiths now albums right? This didn't do much for me
I never know how to feel about the Smiths. Sometimes they have really catchy and interesting music going on, but Morrissey just constantly wailing away in the saddest voice just takes me out of it. The music itself saves this album form being a 2/5. 3/5 Highlights: Paint a Vulgar Picture I Won't Share You
contender for the most overrated band of all time
Eh. Expected more to be honest.
It’s a bittersweet end to The Smith’s run of albums, as they were just starting to piece together ways to not be so whidbey and one-note all of the time. “I Started Something I Couldn’t Finish” highlights a strong few opening tracks on this album. “Stop Me If You Think You Heard This One Before” has a super catchy “I never, I never” refrain. Another bit of relief is Morrisey not taking himself as seriously, signaled by points on the record where he gets very weird with his vocal intonation / delivery. If this is the last Smiths album on this list, I won’t be mad about it. But I’m thankful and happy to say I’ve dropped my blind bias against them, thanks to this daily list
Musically not bad. Probably deserves better than a 2. I’m just not a fan of mopey vocals
I don’t actually know anything about The Smiths, so the interesting parts of this album didn’t have any anchor for me—I listened in the background, but it never popped to the foreground.
Better than I expected
Dont know much Smiths. Pleasantly surprised that this was way less whiny than expected.
Album 695 of 1001 The Smiths - Strangeways, Here We Come (1987) Rating : 5 / 5 Their final album and it is a good one. Morrissey's signature lyrics and Johnny Marrs' guitar, though a bit more "alternative" than earlier releases, create a fitting finale for a great band.
I get why people like it, but it’s just not my kind of music.
Buen disco pero no ha envejecido demasiado bien.
Idk, hate Morrissey on this one
I enjoy the overall vibe, but no track stood out.
Brilliant
A bit bland
Like the other Smiths album, this is growing on me, and it's teetering on a 4, but not quite there. His voice is good and the melodies are _almost_ hooking me.
The 2 or 3 singles deliver and the rest of the songs are fine (if unmemorable), but Morrissey has revealed himself to be such a xenophobic, white nationalist that I can't bring myself to award this more than a 3.
How many artists have an albums' worth of hits in them? This exercise has opened my eyes to how the construct of an album really wasn't that great for even top notch artists. Your average band/singer would have 3-5 hits in them, but was forced to put out an album with essentially filler to make up the difference. Queen, Prince, Elton - they've all been a bit mediocre when you hear the whole shebang of some of what are supposed to be their best albums. Others are pure filler around one or two decent songs (Culture Club, Talking Heads, Blur). The Smiths are no different in that the only album this list has included to date had 2 great songs - mostly familiar from singles/greatest hits albums - while the rest was forgettable. And I'd still argue that Louder Than Bombs or other collections are better than any individual album. That said, a combination of exposure (I think my mom had the CD) plus nostalgia means that even if Strangeways doesn't have any of the monster hits the Smiths are known for - I still think this is their best album. The tongue-in-cheek darkness of 'Girlfriend in a Coma' along with the music industry skewering 'Paint a Vulgar Picture' is wonderful up against the typically depressed and love lorn 'I Won't Share You' and 'Last Night I Dreamt Somebody Loved Me.' Break out the Prozac. Straddling this weird line of competency without fully knocking it out of the park the way 'How Soon Is Now,' 'Bigmouth', 'Panic,' or other singles happen to do on other albums (or greatest hits collections.) A solid listen with no misses ...maaaaybe 'Unhappy Birthday.'
Wasn't enough focused on that one, I appreciated the vibe, the singing was pretty special and enjoyable so I think that was a good one but nothing really special.
The dude in the album cover is looking at the review lol He should be happy, cause I like it! Good altrock "Paint a vulgar picture" - Fucking cool guitar parts 3.9
Das letzte Album von The Smiths zeigt, wie vielseitig und großartig diese Band war. Der Sound lebt vom sphärischen, romantischen und introspektiven Gesang von Morrissey und den immer wieder aufregenden Gitarren von Johnny Marr. Hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Am besten gefällt mir das eher ungewöhnliche A Rush and a Push and the Land is Ours, das einen coolen synkopierten Rhythmus hat und weniger Gitarre, dafür aber mehr Keyboards.
Morrissey's silly voice, and some amusingly silly lyrics, but altogether... just fine.
The some reminders of why they were a great band at one time here, but not too many.
As far as the Smiths go, this album sucks less than the others. Morrissey always sounds like he’s trying to be the star in a high school show choir.
Okay, very classic style and a bit samey
Legendary
This was meh, old and boring.
A little more polished than I'm used to Smith's sounding but an enjoyable listen.
No. 306/1001 A rush and a push 3/5 I Started Something 3/5 Death of a Disco Dancer 2/5 Girlfriend in a Coma 3/5 Stop Me If You Think 3/5 Last Night I Dreamt 3/5 Unhappy Birthday 4/5 Paint a Vulgar Picture 4/5 Death at One‘s Elbow 3/5 I Won‘t Share You 3/5 Average: 3,1 Solid listen.
12/02/2025
Really awesome. Favorite tracks: - Death of a Disco Dancer - Girlfriend in a Coma
Most excellent
Liked a lot of it. Probably closer to 3.5 stars
I mean, with The Smiths, you're always going to get high quality art. And this is their highest quality album. There's a reason Johnny Marr is considered one of the great guitaristas (yes I just invented the word). It's all very pristine, Morrisey's poetry is at its most sublime, his voice at its most confident, velvety, amiable even. The production is exquisite. The songwriting is engaging - fully embracing their best impulses. The Beatlesque "Death of a Disco Dancer" is deft. "Girlfriend in a Coma" follows in a similar string-fueled vein, a kind of lovely verse-chorus ballad that exists in the Jam's shadow a bit. Everything that follows pulls you in as well. Unhappy Birthday, so clever, the sort of song you unconsciously invent on your way to making toast, musically charming and lyrically difficult. Good stuff. Much of the album swashbuckles its way into that self-pitying inner dialog the Smiths mastered. At times the poking witticisms feel forced. Overall The Smiths have their own atmosphere, foggy, British. It looks back, to last night or the 50's in an organic way. I just want them to rock a little harder, and for Morrisey to feel what he's singing a little harder. You know what I mean. Make me feel it also.
Excellent lyricism. A classic. Not really in my present realm of taste.
Haven’t listened to much of the Smiths and I think it may stay that way. Every song sounds the same! I don’t hate it, but I don’t love it either.
The Queen Is Dead was near and dear to me when I was around 18-20, and I will always have a soft spot for that album. The rest of the Smiths discography is very hit-and-miss for me, and this record is no exception. It's all pleasant enough, but nothing here really manages to catch, much less hold my attention.
I liked the second half a little more than the first half, but overall I enjoyed this more than I was expecting. Favorite track was probably Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me. Haunting and bittersweet.
just cos I am from Manchester I should have this enshrined in my psyche, but the jaunty misery is a little performative for my taste
Meh. I can understand how this was a blueprint for Indie rockers all around, but I didn't really like it much.
I’ve listened to the smiths before, but this album feels like a nice package of their work. Enjoyed the listen and nice sound and good lyrics/idea
Trippy synth new wave rock and crooning vocals that, while I would enjoy listening to at a cafe or a dinner party, hypnotized me and lulled me to sleep while I was working.
"Stop Me..." is the only one i really knew. It's a pretty fun album but not really one of my favorites. Good bits and pieces, not my top choice all around.
Better than Meat Is Murder for sure, but I still think The Smiths are overrated a bit. I liked some of the songs on here quite a bit surprisingly, like Last Night I Dreamt That Someone Loved Me. Morrissey's vocals on that song in particular were pretty good, alongside other times. He's far from consistent with them, as he went back to his whiney wankery that was more prominent on MIM. It's one of the better New Wave albums I've listened to, but that genre as a whole is so incredibly mid. I've given so many threes it's getting tiresome
Very down the middle music.
Kind of like Elvis Costello, the Time-Between-Morrissey™ (TBM) on this list is way too low for my liking. This one (the 5th of his works independent and with the Smiths) comes in at an intolerable 14 days. Now flowers where they are due, the last album was actually decent. Opener does nothing for me at all, but I Started Something I Couldn't Finish is actually pretty fun. Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me is a fine standalone, even though the production sounds incredibly shitty. As far as Smiths/Morrissey albums go this is on the better end of the spectrum, but I am stricken repeatedly by how little I care while listening. Like none of it is actually "bad" it just doesn't get me going. So for that this is a low 3 to high 2. Going with the latter in protest of so much goddamned Morrissey.
Boring 80s album. Hate when seltzer water goes straight to your head and you decide your aren't sharing anymore. 2.5 stars
Morrissey and co have done it again with another perfectly fine album. Maybe a 3.5 stars here, but definitely not a 4.
Ayyyy more Morrissey. Pretty straightforward Smiths music. Nothing spectacular. Really hate Death at One's Elbow. This ended on a poor note on an already not inspiring album. High 2.
F&$# off. Remember that movie what that guy wakes up and the Beatles never existed? Imagine if that was Morrissey instead. A man can dream, can't he? Favourite track: Death at One's Elbow is the shortest. I suppose it gave sad kids someone to relate to. One star.
Didn't know about The Smiths. Liked this album - some songs haunting, some mediocre. Happy to learn about them, but I wouldn't necessarily put this album on my 1001 list.
Atmospheric and moody 80s synth-pop. Heavily driven by excellent lead vox.
Starts out great with A Rush And A Push And The Land Is Ours, and I Started Something I Couldn't Finish is a solid follow up. But then it kinds drags. Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before is decent though. Meh album with a couple breakout songs. Best song: A Rush And A Push And The Land Is Ours
2 not great I can just tell morrissey is annoying from his voice
Not bad bit a little generic.
Too much angst.
I’m mad this is good, even with all the moody, pretentious lyricism.
Quite like the Smiths but only ever listened to their popular songs that everyone knows, had sort of assumed all their other music was dreary and miserable like the stereotypes I've heard, so when I saw that today's album was a Smiths album I wasn't familiar with I thought that's what I was in for, but I was very pleasantly surprised 😊. Rush and a Push is a great start to the album, also enjoyed Girlfriend in a coma. Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me had kind of a weirdly long intro and I wish there was more of the guitar you hear creep in right at the end? where was he Fav song: Rush and a Push
Moving this to a replay able album. Not sure why I haven't listened to more of this.
Dreamy, ethereal, unreal, morose, melancholic, magic, depressing, whatever. Never listened to the Smiths until now, but this was fun
When I first heard a Smiths song I thought “What whiny and dressing songs!” I still think that but Morriseys vocals and lyrics have grown on me. The musicianship of the rest of the band was always there. This particular album has some great jaunty and engaging music with a couple of their better known songs (Girlfriend…., Stop Me….).
It's weird they have much better albums than this? It's the smiths but without any classics?
This was fine, it not great.
This was pretty good. I really liked stop me if you think….
some good songs. but mostly generic radio stuff
Excellent top notch best album so far
while I'm here I'm going to formally protest the fact there's 3 Morrissey solo albums on this list (shocking) As much as I shit on the smiths this is a very good album, probably the best despite the absence of the classics I liked when I was 13 (this actually made for a fresher listening experience tbh). A rush and a push and the land is ours >>>>>
The Smiths in wide-screen. I always think this album is a bit more cinematic with more adventurous instrumentation. From the title to the songs you can't really fault it. To once think I never got The Smiths.
Pure love, thanks lads
Enjoyable.
Not a Smiths fan. Too British mopey for me. Best thing about this album is that it is the Smith's final one.
Christ, no wonder Morrissey never got laid. The music is good of course, and the Smiths can still surprise you with an absolute nugget here and there (Paint a Vulgar Picture fits that profile here for me) but in the main it's a dreary trudge.
Heavily enjoyed, the production was interesting and not what I expected for a record like this, the lyrics were relatable sometimes and sharply written, and the vocals while not particularly unique were perfect for the contents of the songs found in here. Best songs were: Unhappy Birthday, Paint A Vulgar Picture, and Last Night I Dreamed Somebody Loved Me.
This is The Smith's best album. So obviously they broke up right after. The guitar is killer but what really makes this album shine is Morrissey. He's fucking hilarious
i love the smiths… i said i love the smiths LOVE the sass in this album- would recommend
Nice, smooth album. I like the singer's voice
Who said I lied because I never
Great farewell album by The Smiths. They were such a hugely influental band in the 80s. I have always liked the musicianship, the lyricism and the melancholy. I'm saving my 5 for 'The Queen is Dead' but it's a strong 4 from me.
Gets points for maintaining utter desolation without ever becoming cheesy and patchy like their earlier work. My favourite Smiths album by a very long margin.
it was alright- first encounter with the smiths and was expecting much worse, drearier I think.. but this was better than I thought. nothing I’ll be rushing to go back to though
Yes I like the Smiths
Front to back kleenex banger
REALLY loved this one, sonically beautiful, easy 4, want to push to 5 but saving my first 5 for something insane
Despite being familiar with every other the Smiths lp (and even their first singles compilation Hathful of hollow) I had never listened to this album for some reasons. I'm glad I did now, because this is unexpected peak. The Smiths are a band I really like, even tho their sound didnt evolve much (which is fine since they've got 4 albums), but this feels different. Morrissey shines as usual and the instrumentals were, idk, very fuckin good. Solid with many highs and no lows.
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Like bad teeth and vinegar on your fries, probably it’ve been better for us all if this album had just stayed home in jolly old.
Approached this ready to dislike and was initially pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed the music, especially the guitar. But whenever I tuned into morriseys lyrics any goodwill immediately evaporated. Unhappy birthday cemented this as a 2 for me.
Didn’t do it for me.
"Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me" is a standout track, I love the loving intro. I thought it was a pure instrumental track and was satisfied, but it only got better halfway through. Bit jarring to follow it with Unhappy Birthday, which was... not my favorite. Overall a pretty fine record, not the Smiths album I would have chosen but not bad
Definitely the most un-Smithsy Smiths album I've heard. But I'm not sure that makes it that good. Not sure why it was included on this list -- they curated an incredibly distinctive sound that is missing on this record. There definitely were a few good songs, and I mostly enjoyed it. Not blown away though.
Not that I think it’s the greatest thing in the world but I don’t understand all the seething hate for Morrisey’s singing Stylistically, I think it’s pretty alright. I enjoyed some of it, didn’t hate any of it and I can understand it’s not really for everyone. Really tows a line. I think in other hands these could really be bangers, but ive always liked Last Night I Dreamt, and Paint A Vulgar Picture was pretty catchy.
Always loved The Smiths, this is so, so good. A solid 5 stars from me, it brings such wonderful memories ;-)
Bra skit.
Boring Slow Beautiful singing Good Lyricism
This one was ok and I think of the Smiths on this list, probably my favorite. 3 or 3.5
It’s The Smiths!
It’s The Smiths. Of course it’s here. It’s the sound of 80s alternative emo rock. Not entirely partial to their sound/lyrics and Morrisey’s weird sing/talking. The music seems strangely not in sync with him. Maybe that’s part of the charm? Not for me.
3/5
This wasn't as amazing as I was hoping. Maybe it would grow on me?
8/10 Fav: I Started Something I couldn't finish Last night I dreamt somebody Loved me I Won't Share you
Best Song: A Rush and a Push and the Land is Ours. I like the chorus, even if it's lyrically a bit of a mess. Worst Song: Death at One's Elbow. What are we cosplaying a western for? Overall: If you've heard one song by The Smiths, you've heard them all. A brisk 30 minutes that ends up feeling long just because of how repetitive it is. The only thing that happens the longer you listen, is you start to get the sense that Morrissey is bitterly unrelatable. "Has the perrier gone straight to my head?" C'mon now.
The singing rarely changes, the beats are stale, and the music is boring. What a slog of an album. Favorite Song: "Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me"
Not my favorite. The songs all sound very similar
All tracks great lil weaker towards end
3.5
The Smiths - "Strangeways, Here We Come" [1987] I'm sorry I just don't get the absolute love for this band. Mainly due to Morresey's vocals which to me is not much more than a whiny drone. Musically I can get into them but his vocal delivery almost always kills it for me. I think this album starts off pretty well with the first three song "Death of a Disco Dancer" being my favorite with the band build up towards the end. After that its just the same old Smiths that I don't think is bad, I just hear nothing compelling in it. "Unhappy Birthday", though I kinda like the lyrics, the delivery made my eyes roll. And "Paint a Vulgar Picture" it just sounds like he starts singing winding and wavering in wind. I went cross-eyed listening to it. "Death at Ones Elbow" is a great late entry, but overall not enough to pull it out of the overall blah that is The Smiths. (6.7) ★★★
I am not a big fan of The Smiths. I don't like Morrisey's voice, but there are some cool guitar work on the album. 3 stars
like the Smiths a bit, but for me, their best stuff is singles and B-sides. Their album cuts usually leave a lot to be desired. My favorites here are "Girlfriend in a Coma", "Stop Me if You've Heard This One Before", and "Death at One's Elbow". Most of the rest I could live without. 3 stars