Hand in Glove
The Smiths
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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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Written by: Steven Morrissey, Johnny Marr
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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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.
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Release YearThe song was first released as a single on 13 May 1983 by independent record label Rough Trade Records.
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Songwriting DuoThe song was written by lead singer Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr, who were the songwriting team behind The Smiths.
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Artwork ControversyThe cover artwork, selected by Morrissey, featured a semi-nude man, causing controversy upon its release.
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Critical AcclaimDespite 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.
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Radio SuccessAfter being promoted by DJ John Peel on BBC Radio One, the song gained significant popularity and recognition.
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Live PerformancesThe Smiths opened their live shows with "Hand in Glove" quite often and it became one of their trademark songs.
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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.
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ThemeThe song has been interpreted as a declaration of romantic but platonic love between two friends who will battle "against the world" together.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough 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.
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Music VideoUnlike some of their other popular songs, "Hand In Glove" did not feature a traditional music video.
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Signature SoundThe song is noted for its jangly melody and melancholic lyrics, which would become a signature sound for the band.
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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.
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Re-releasesThe 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).
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Album RecordingOddly 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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