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Morrissey - Greatest Hits

Morrissey · 2008

51 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock

A retrospective collection that blends Morrissey's sardonic wit with melodic hooks and melancholic introspection.

Why this album works

'Greatest Hits' was well-received, debuting at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Morrissey's status as a solo artist. The album features tracks that have become anthems for fans, including 'Irish Blood, English Heart' and 'You Have Killed Me,' both of which reflect his ongoing relevance and influence in indie rock.
Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments sardonic wit with melodic hooks nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
Context
Released in 2008, 'Greatest Hits' compiles tracks from Morrissey's solo career following his departure from The Smiths in the late 1980s. By this point, he had established himself as a significant figure in alternative music, with several critically acclaimed albums under his belt, including 'You Are the Quarry' (2004), which marked his commercial resurgence.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 First of the Gang to Die Standout 3:37
  • 2 In the Future When All's Well 3:52
  • 3 I Just Want to See the Boy Happy 2:56
  • 4 Irish Blood, English Heart Standout 2:36
  • 5 You Have Killed Me Standout 3:06
  • 6 That's How People Grow Up 2:59
  • 7 Everyday Is Like Sunday 3:31
  • 8 Redondo Beach 3:56
  • 9 Suedehead 3:49
  • 10 The Youngest Was the Most Loved 2:58
  • 11 The Last of the Famous International Playboys 3:36
  • 12 The More You Ignore Me, the Closer I Get 3:41
  • 13 All You Need Is Me 3:11
  • 14 Let Me Kiss You 3:30
  • 15 I Have Forgiven Jesus 3:43

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