Bigmouth Strikes Again
The Smiths · The Smiths Complete [2011]
Sweetness, sweetness, I was only joking when
I said I'd like to smash every tooth in your head
Sweetness, sweetness, I was only joking when
I said by rights you should be bludgeoned in your bed.
And now I know how Joan of Arc felt,
Now I Know how Joan of Arc felt,
As the Flames rose to her Roman nose
And her Walk-man started to melt.
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da
Big mouth strikes again and I've got no right to take
My place with the human race
Oh, oh, oh oh oh Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da, Big mouth strikes again
And I've got no right to take my place with the
Human race.
And now i know how Joan of Arc felt,
Now i know how Joan of Arc felt,
As the Flames rose to her roman nose
and her hearing aid started to melt
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth strikes again and i've got no right to take
My place with the human race
Oh,oh,oh oh Big mouth la da da da da (etc)
I said I'd like to smash every tooth in your head
Sweetness, sweetness, I was only joking when
I said by rights you should be bludgeoned in your bed.
And now I know how Joan of Arc felt,
Now I Know how Joan of Arc felt,
As the Flames rose to her Roman nose
And her Walk-man started to melt.
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da
Big mouth strikes again and I've got no right to take
My place with the human race
Oh, oh, oh oh oh Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da, Big mouth strikes again
And I've got no right to take my place with the
Human race.
And now i know how Joan of Arc felt,
Now i know how Joan of Arc felt,
As the Flames rose to her roman nose
and her hearing aid started to melt
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth la da da da da
Big mouth strikes again and i've got no right to take
My place with the human race
Oh,oh,oh oh Big mouth la da da da da (etc)
Bigmouth Strikes Again
Released on The Smiths' 1986 album Meat Is Murder, 'Bigmouth Strikes Again' stands as a defining track of the Manchester indie scene. Written by Morrissey and performed by Johnny Marr, the song blends Morrissey's signature melancholic vocal delivery with Marr's intricate guitar work to create a hauntingly beautiful piece. The track explores themes of emotional vulnerability and the complexities of relationships, characteristic of the band's introspective songwriting. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's ability to craft songs that resonate deeply across generations, cementing The Smiths' legacy as pioneers of alternative rock and post-punk revival.