Industry Jun 17, 2026
The Smiths' 'The Queen Is Dead' 40th Anniversary Analysis
A track-by-track breakdown of the celebrated album's most "Morrissey" lyrics, from "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" to "Bigmouth Strikes Again." Breaking Down the Morrissey-est Moments on The Sm
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Consequence of Sound
A retrospective analysis examines the most characteristic "Morrissey-est" lyrical moments from The Smiths' album "The Queen Is Dead" in honor of its 40th anniversary. The breakdown covers notable tracks such as "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" and "Bigmouth Strikes Again." Originally reported by Consequence of Sound.