Strangeways, Here We Come

The Smiths

Strangeways, Here We Come

RELEASED: September 21, 1987
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. A Rush and a Push and the Land Is Ours 3:00 2. I Started Something I Couldn’t Finish 3:47 3. Death of a Disco Dancer 5:26 4. Girlfriend in a Coma 2:02 5. Stop Me If You Think You’ve Heard This One Before 3:33 6. Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me 5:06 7. Unhappy Birthday 2:45 8. Paint a Vulgar Picture 5:35 9. Death at One’s Elbow 2:02 10. I Won’t Share You 2:51
Historical Archive
Strangeways, Here We Come is the fourth and final studio album by English rock band The Smiths, released in September 1987. The album marked a departure from their previous work, showcasing a more polished sound and a shift towards pop-oriented melodies. It features notable tracks like 'I Started Something I Couldn't Finish' and 'Girlfriend in a Coma', which reflect the band's signature blend of melancholy lyrics and jangly guitar riffs. The album is often regarded as a high point in The Smiths' discography and has been praised for its lyrical depth and musical innovation, solidifying their legacy as one of the most influential bands of the 1980s.