The Smiths – William, It Was Really Nothing

I wasn’t so sure about The Smiths the first time I heard them. Morrissey’s voice wasn’t what I was used to. My best friend had bought the 12″ of How Soon is Now* and after repeated listens, I decided that actually, I need to hear more.

Back down to Plastic Fantastic I went. It’s crazy to think that it has been 40 years since these songs first came out. Hatful of Hollow is a compilation album but at the time I didn’t realize that. No matter, l would end up picking up the other albums over the next year.

The Smiths helped describe my life and gave me endless quotes to trade with my friends. Plus Johnny Marr’s signature sound, what’s not to love?

*I was so sure that it was the How Soon is Now 12″ but according to discogs, the lead track was actually Barbarism Begins at Home.