This Charming Man
The Smiths · 1983
23 min · 7 tracks · indie rock · new wave · post-punk
Jangly guitars and introspective lyrics intertwine in a vibrant exploration of youthful longing and romantic misadventure.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of youthful energy
- headphone detail hunting for nuances
- romantic misadventures in vibrant tones
- front-loaded excitement and charm
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, expansive albums
- seek slow, contemplative experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 31, 1983, 'This Charming Man' marks The Smiths' breakthrough single, showcasing their signature sound just months after the band's formation. Positioned as their first major release, it established Morrissey and Johnny Marr as leading figures in the indie rock scene of the early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cure· Joy Division· Echo & the Bunnymen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Charming Man (Manchester) 2:42
- 2 This Charming Man (London) 2:47
- 3 This Charming Man (New York vocal) 5:35
- 4 This Charming Man (New York instrumental) 4:19
- 5 This Charming Man (Peel session) 2:44
- 6 This Charming Man (single remix) 2:46
- 7 This Charming Man (original single version) 2:42
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