February 11, 1987 –
Morrissey’s favorite Smiths’ song went to No.1 in the UK indie charts with Shoplifters Of The World Unite, on this date.
In 1997, Morrissey told KROQ that this song was penned during what he believes to be The Smiths’ finest period: “Very, very witty single and a great moment for The Smiths in England. I think it was probably the best days of our career. It was just a very funny time and a time of very sparky rebellion, and this song, more than any, I think, exemplifies that. I like it.“
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