We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful cover

We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful

Morrissey · 1992

14 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock

A sardonic blend of jangle pop and alternative rock, echoing Morrissey's signature wit and melancholy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of sardonic wit
  • energetic tracks for quick listens
  • live performances with raw charm
  • playful irreverence in every song

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer immersive albums
  • seeking deep emotional complexity

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1992, Morrissey was transitioning from his successful solo debut 'Viva Hate' to a more complex artistic identity. This EP followed the commercial success of his first album, showcasing live performances that highlighted his charisma and lyrical prowess during a time when he was cementing his status as a solo artist post-Smiths.
Stylistic neighbors
The Smiths· Pulp· Echo & the Bunnymen

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful 2:29
  • 2 Suedehead (live) 3:54
  • 3 I've Changed My Plea to Guilty (live) 3:13
  • 4 Pregnant for the Last Time (live) 2:32
  • 5 Alsatian Cousin (live) 2:20

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