The Smiths signed to the independent label Rough Trade Records in 1983 and released their first album, The Smiths, in 1984. They based their songs on the songwriting partnership of Morrissey and Marr. Their focus on a guitar, bass, and drum sound and a fusion of 1960s rock and post-punk was a rejection of the synth-pop sound that was predominant at the time. Several Smiths singles reached the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart, and all their studio albums reached the top five of the UK Albums Chart, including the number-one album Meat Is Murder (1985). They achieved mainstream success in Europe with The Queen Is Dead (1986) and Strangeways, Here We Come (1987), both of which entered the top 20 of the European Albums Chart.
Internal tensions led to the Smiths' breakup in 1987, followed by public lawsuits over royalties. Their live album Rank (1988) reached the top 10 in Europe. Since the band's dissolution, the members have refused offers to reunite and have all separately stated that the band is finished and will never reunite.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Smiths
Studio albums
The Smiths (1984)
Meat Is Murder (1985)
The Queen Is Dead (1986)
Strangeways, Here We Come (1987)
Hand In Grove
The Smiths Lyrics
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The sun shines out of our behinds
No, it's not like any other love
This one is different - because it's us
Hand in glove
We can go wherever we please
And everything depends upon
And if the people stare
Then the people stare
Oh, I really don't know and I really don't care
Kiss my shades
Hand in glove
The good people laugh
Yes, we may be hidden by rags
But we've something they'll never have
Hand in glove
The sun shines out of our behinds
Yes, we may be hidden by rags
But we've something they'll never have
And if the people stare
Then the people stare
Oh, I really don't know and I really don't care
Kiss my shades...oh...
So, hand in glove I stake my claim
I'll fight to the last breath
If they dare touch a hair on your head
I'll fight to the last breath
For the good life is out there somewhere
So stay on my arm, you little charmer
But I know my luck too well
Yes, I know my luck too well
And I'll probably never see you again
I'll probably never see you again
I'll probably never see you again
Oh
Hand in Glove by The Smiths is a song about a special kind of love that the singer shares with someone else. The lyrics talk about how the couple is different from any other love and how they can go wherever they please as long as they stand close to each other. The song also touches upon the issue of social norms and how the singer doesn't care about public perception or people staring because they have something special that others don't. The lyrics are romantic and somewhat rebellious, as they push back against social constructs and the idea of status and appearance.
The song's chorus emphasizes the special bond between the couple, with the repeated line "hand in glove." The singer declares that they would fight to protect the other person's safety and happiness, even if it means going against social norms. The final lines of the song touch upon the uncertainty of life and how the singer may never see the person again, but still cherishes the memories they shared together.
Overall, Hand in Glove is a heartfelt love song that celebrates individuality and true connection between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Hand in glove
Together, united as one
The sun shines out of our behinds
We believe we are the source of hope and positivity
No, it's not like any other love
This love is unique and special because it's between us
This one is different - because it's us
Our love is special because it's between you and me
We can go wherever we please
We have the freedom to go anywhere we want
And everything depends upon
Our success depends on
How near you stand to me
How close we are to each other
And if the people stare
And if people stare at us
Then the people stare
We don't mind if they stare
Oh, I really don't know and I really don't care
We don't pay attention to what people think of us
Kiss my shades
We don't care if people criticize us, I'll continue to wear my sunglasses
The good people laugh
Happy people around us are enjoying their lives
Yes, we may be hidden by rags
We might not be dressed in the finest clothes
But we've something they'll never have
But we have something special, which they can never possess
So, hand in glove I stake my claim
I promise to stand by your side
I'll fight to the last breath
I'll fight to keep this relationship alive
If they dare touch a hair on your head
I'll protect you no matter what
For the good life is out there somewhere
There's a better life waiting for us
So stay on my arm, you little charmer
Stay with me, you lovely person
But I know my luck too well
But I know my fate too well
And I'll probably never see you again
And it's unlikely that I'll see you again
Oh
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVEN MORRISSEY, JOHNNY MARR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@denniswood7503
Hand in glove
The sun shines out of our behinds
No, it's not like any other love
This one is different, because it's us
Hand in glove
We can go wherever we please
And everything depends upon
How near you stand to me
And if the people stare
Then the people stare
Oh, I really don't know and I really don't care
Kiss my shades
Hand in glove
The good people laugh
Yes, we may be hidden by rags
But we've something they'll never have
Hand in glove
The sun shines out of our behinds
Yes, we may be hidden by rags
But we've something they'll never have
And if the people stare
Then the people stare
Oh, I really don't know and I really don't care
Kiss my shades
So, hand in glove I stake my claim
I'll fight to the last breath
If they dare touch a hair on your head
I'll fight to the last breath
For the good life is out there somewhere
So stay on my arm, you little charmer
But I know my luck too well
Yes, I know my luck too well
And I'll probably never see you again
I'll probably never see you again
I'll probably never see you again
@andyrharris
RIP Andy Rourke. Amazing bassline in this song.
@MartianTom
More of a bass spiral and helter skelter. Terrific playing. Mike Joyce commented on this, saying Andy's playing was in a world of its own.
@Voxac100b
@@MartianTom Mikes comments were a lovely tribute so much so that I wanted to listen to this one again
@gparkerarkerdoo
Yes Andy is the best and we can always hear him. I’m in the middle of covering this with a more electronic feel but wanted to play his opening bassline as a tribute. Would love to post it soon.
@daveytriplesix4165
his basslines are always amazing. not just in this song.
@jon110
“But I know my luck too well
And I'll probably never see you again”
@helenbecker4901
That is such a true line if you know what I mean, and applies to so many of the REAL good people in our lives; it is so sad.
@dazauto1400
Well after 1987 that was partially true.
@rqneo5361
Lies! The songs about Marr
@orlandusbarrow8692
I know my lot too well.