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"Let Me Kiss You" is a song written by Morrissey and Alain Whyte. It was recorded (in two separate versions) by both Morrissey and by Nancy Sinatra, both of whom released their version as a single in the United Kingdom on 11 October 2004. Both versions entered the UK Singles Chart, Morrissey's peaking at number eight and Sinatra's at number 46. Morrissey's version also reached number 19 in Sweden and number 44 in Ireland.


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There's a place in the sun,
For anyone who has the will to chase one
And I think I've found mine,
Yes, I do believe I have found mine, so

Close your eyes,
And think of someone,
You physically admire
And let me kiss you,
Let me kiss you

I've zig-zagged all over America,
And I cannot find a safety haven
Say, would you let me cry,
On your shoulder
I've heard that you'll will try anything twice

Close your eyes,
And think of someone,
You physically admire,
And let me kiss you,
Let me kiss you

But then you open your eyes,
And you see someone,
That you physically despise
But my heart is open
My heart is open to you

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Morrissey

Steven Patrick Morrissey (born 22 May 1959), known as Morrissey, is an English singer and lyricist. He rose to prominence in the 1980s as the lyricist and vocalist of the band The Smiths. The band was highly successful in the United Kingdom but broke up in 1987, and Morrissey began a solo career, making the top ten of the UK Singles Chart on ten occasions. His first solo album, 1988's Viva Hate entered the UK albums chart at number one. Widely regarded as an important innovator in indie music, Morrissey has been described by music magazine NME as "one of the most influential artists ever", and The Independent has stated "most pop stars have to be dead before they reach the iconic status he has reached in his lifetime".Pitchfork Media has called him "one of th… more »

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Written by: STEVEN MORRISSEY, ALAIN GORDON WHYTE

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Artist Information
"Let Me Kiss You" is a song written by Morrissey, an English singer known for his unique lyrics and distinct vocals. The song was also performed in collaboration with American singer Nancy Sinatra, daughter of the legendary Frank Sinatra.
Album Details
The song was first released on Morrissey's seventh solo album, "You Are the Quarry," in 2004. It was also featured on Nancy Sinatra's self-titled album, "Nancy Sinatra," released the same year.
Chart Performance
"Let Me Kiss You" reached number 8 in the UK Singles chart, making it one of Morrissey's highest-charting singles. The song also earned Morrissey a top 10 hit after a gap of more than a decade.
Video Release
The music video for the track puzzled many fans because it featured Morrissey undressing and revealing 'Nancy Sinatra' tattooed across his back, a clear nod to his collaborator.
Notable Performances
Morrissey performed "Let Me Kiss You" on "The Late Show with David Letterman," which boosted its popularity.
Song Themes
Similar to many of Morrissey's songs, "Let Me Kiss You" deals with themes of unrequited love and loneliness. The lyrics express a yearning for intimacy and connection.
Cover Version
Beyond the duet with Sinatra, "Let Me Kiss You" has been covered by other artists. Notably, Barb Jungr included the song on her 2010 album "The Men I Love."
Songwriting Process
The song's music was composed by Morrissey and his longtime collaborator Alain Whyte. The lyrics were penned by Morrissey. The rich orchestration of the track is characteristic of both Morrissey's and Sinatra’s styles.
Critical Reaction
The song received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its beautiful melody and poignant lyrics, while others felt it wasn't among Morrissey's strongest works.
Uniqueness
The recording of "Let Me Kiss You" by both artists (Morrissey and Nancy Sinatra) made it unique. The song was released as a single by both of them in the same week, but it is Sinatra's version that has been the more popular and enduring one.

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