Sister I'm a Poet
Morrissey
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All over this town Yes, a low wind may blow And I can see through everybody's clothes With no reason To hide these words, I feel And no reason To talk about the books I read But still, I do That's 'cause I'm a... Sister I'm a... All over this town Along this way Outside the prison gates I love the romance of crime And I wonder : Does anybody feel the same way I do? And is evil just something you are Or something you do? Sister I'm a... Sister I'm a... All over this town All over this town They pull over In their Citroen vans Not to shake your hands With Meths on their breaths And you with youth on your side All alone...lone...alone, waiting at the lights But not this time Sister I'm a... Sister I'm a... All over this town... All...oh Oh All over this town
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Written by: STEPHEN BRIAN STREET, STEVEN MORRISSEY, STEVEN PATRICK MORRISSEY
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10 facts about this song
About the ArtistMorrissey, named Steven Patrick Morrissey, is an English singer and lyricist.
- He is noted for his unconventional and witty songwriting, especially highlighting themes of loneliness, romantic longing, and social isolation.
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Performance Details"Sister I'm A Poet" has been performed extensively in concerts, both during Morrissey's time with The Smiths and as a solo artist.
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Song FeaturesThe song isn’t included in any of Morrissey’s official studio albums.
- It's defined by its dark, moody undertone and introspective lyrics which are Morrissey's songwriting signatures.
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Release Information"Sister I'm A Poet" was initially a B-side track, released in 1988 as part of the "Everyday Is Like Sunday" single.
- In 2009, the song got a wider release when it was included in the compilation album "Swords".
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Lyrics ContentThe song showcases Morrissey's talent for poetic and thought-provoking lyrics.
- It plays with themes of love, disillusionment, and the griminess of city life.
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Influence and Popularity"Sister I'm A Poet" is one of Morrissey's lesser-known songs, but it enjoys a cult following among his fanbase.
- Despite its limited commercial success, it is widely appreciated by fans for its lyrical profundity and emblematic Morrissey-style narration.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, reflecting its influence and popularity within the music industry.
- British indie folk band, The Leisure Society, is one notable group who has performed a version of the song.
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Music VideoTo date, there is no official music video for "Sister I'm A Poet".
- However, several live performances of the song are available online.
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Live PerformanceIts powerful live renditions are known to energize audiences, particularly during the 1991 "Kill Uncle" tour.
- On many occasions, Morrissey would finish the song by falling to the stage floor in a dramatic flourish.
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Critical ReceptionThe song’s status as a B-side has perhaps undervalued its worth, but it couples the classic Morrissey hallmarks of unkempt honesty, despairing irony and insightful social comment.
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