Girlfriend in a Coma
The Smiths
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Girlfriend in a coma, I know I know, it's serious Girlfriend in a coma, I know I know, it's really serious There were times when I could Have murdered her But you know, I would hate Anything to happen to her No, I don't want to see her Do you really think She'll pull through Do you really think She'll pull through Do Girlfriend in a coma, I know I know, it's serious My, my, my, my, my, my baby, goodbye There were times when I could Have strangled her But you know, I would hate Anything to happen to her Would you please Let me see her Do you really think She'll pull through Do you really think She'll pull through Do Let me whisper my last goodbyes I know, it's serious
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Written by: STEVEN MORRISSEY, JOHNNY MARR
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Girlfriend in a Coma" by The Smiths was released on 10th August 1987.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and has been certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry.
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AlbumThe song is part of their fourth and final studio album, "Strangeways, Here We Come."
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Controversial LyricsThe song stirred controversy because of its lyrics implying a wishful death for a girlfriend, presented with a cheery undertone.
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Music VideoThe original music video was developed using snippets of a 1962 British film called "The Leather Boys," as the band's lead singer, Morrissey, refused to appear in it.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre known as indie pop and post-punk.
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SongwritersMorrissey and Johnny Marr, the two key members of The Smiths, co-wrote "Girlfriend in a Coma."
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous bands and artists including Mojo Nixon, The Divine Comedy, and Million Dead.
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Inspiration behind the SongWhile there isn't a specific inspiration reported for the song, some speculate that it may have been influenced by Morrissey's obsession with 1960s cultural motifs.
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Unique Song TitleAs per the producer, Stephen Street, the title of the song was one of the most unusual he’d ever worked on.
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Critical ReceptionDespite its controversial subject matter, "Girlfriend in a Coma" was generally praised by critics for its witty lyrics and catchy tune.
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Length of the SongWith a runtime of just over two minutes, it is one of The Smiths' shortest songs.
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