Hand in Glove

The Smiths

About Hand in Glove

"Hand in Glove" is a song by the English rock band the Smiths, written by singer Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr. It was released as the band's first single in May 1983 on independent record label Rough Trade. It peaked at No. 3 on the UK Indie Chart but did not make the top 75 of the UK Singles Chart, settling outside at No. 124. A remixed version of the song was featured on the band's debut album, The Smiths, in 1984. That same year, a cover version recorded by singer Sandie Shaw featuring Smiths members Marr, Andy Rourke and Mike Joyce as backing musicians reached No. 27 on the UK Singles Chart. 


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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, oh

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, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

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The Smiths

The Smiths were an English alternative rock band, formed in Manchester in 1982. Based on the song writing partnership of vocalist Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr, the band also included bassist Andy Rourke and drummer Mike Joyce. Critics have called them the most important alternative rock band to emerge from the British independent music scene of the 1980s. The group was signed to the independent record label Rough Trade Records, on which they released four studio albums, several compilations, and numerous non-LP singles. Although they had limited commercial success outside the UK while they were still together, and never released a single that charted higher than number 10 in their home country, The Smiths won a significant following, and remain cult an… more »

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Written by: Steven Morrissey, Johnny Marr

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15 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Hand in Glove" was the first single by The Smiths, the legendary English indie rock band formed in Manchester in 1982.
Release Year
The song was first released as a single on 13 May 1983 by independent record label Rough Trade Records.
Songwriting Duo
The song was written by lead singer Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr, who were the songwriting team behind The Smiths.
Artwork Controversy
The cover artwork, selected by Morrissey, featured a semi-nude man, causing controversy upon its release.
Critical Acclaim
Despite not initially reaching mainstream chart success, "Hand in Glove" has been critically acclaimed and seen as a turning point in indie music. It is often cited as one of The Smiths' most iconic tracks.
Radio Success
After being promoted by DJ John Peel on BBC Radio One, the song gained significant popularity and recognition.
Live Performances
The Smiths opened their live shows with "Hand in Glove" quite often and it became one of their trademark songs.
Cover Versions
"Hand in Glove" has been covered by many other artists, including Scottish singer Sandie Shaw, who reached the top 30 in the UK Single Charts in 1984 with her version.
Theme
The song has been interpreted as a declaration of romantic but platonic love between two friends who will battle "against the world" together.
Chart Performance
Although the song did not achieve significant commercial success, peaking at number three on the UK Indie Chart, it did establish The Smiths' presence in the music industry.
Music Video
Unlike some of their other popular songs, "Hand In Glove" did not feature a traditional music video.
Signature Sound
The song is noted for its jangly melody and melancholic lyrics, which would become a signature sound for the band.
Legacy
"Hand in Glove" marked the beginning of The Smiths' influential career in the '80s and helped shape the future of alternative rock and indie music.
Re-releases
The song was later included on The Smiths' debut studio album 'The Smiths' (1984) and their compilation albums “Hatful of Hollow” (1984) and “Louder Than Bombs” (1987).
Album Recording
Oddly enough, the song was one of the very few that were recorded for the debut album in an actual studio, as most of the tracks were recorded at BBC sessions.

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