Death At One's Elbow
The Smiths · The Smiths Complete [2011]
Don't come to the house tonight
Oh Glenn
Oh Glenn
Don't come to the house tonight
Oh Glenn
Because there's somebody here
Who really really loves you
Oh Glenn
Stay home
Be bored
(It's crap, I KNOW)
Tonight
Oh Glenn
Oh Glenn
Don't come to the house tonight
Oh Glenn
Oh Glenn
Don't come to the house tonight
Because there's somebody here
Who'll take a hatchet to your ear
The frustration it renders me
Hateful, oh ...
Oh, don't come to the house tonight
Oh, don't come to the house tonight
Because you'll slip on the
Trail of all my sad remains
That's why, that's why
GOODBYE MY LOVE, GOODBYE MY LOVE
GOODBYE MY LOVE, GOODBYE MY LOVE
GOODBYE MY LOVE, GOODBYE MY LOVE
Death At One's Elbow
Released on The Smiths' 2011 complete discography, 'Death At One's Elbow' stands as a quintessential example of Morrissey's lyrical wit and Johnny Marr's jangly guitar work. The track exemplifies the band's signature blend of post-punk energy and melodic pop sensibilities, featuring Morrissey's characteristic delivery that balances melancholy with dark humor. As part of their extensive catalog, the song reflects the band's exploration of suburban ennui and social observation during their peak creative period. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture a specific mood without relying on explicit narrative, allowing listeners to project their own interpretations onto the hauntingly beautiful recording.