“My parents were worried about me, certainly when I became so deeply interested in music and people like the New York Dolls who, at the time, were very peculiar indeed.”

British singer-songwriter and frontman of The Smiths, Morrissey is known for his poetic, melancholic lyrics that blend wit with social commentary. His work often explores themes of alienation, love, and working-class life, shaped by his distinctive voice and sharp observational style.