Monday, April 19, 2021

Song of the Day: "I Don't Mind If You Forget Me" by Morrissey



Is there any better album that Morrissey's solo debut Viva Hate? What an explosion of energy, defiance and wit. I'm currently listening to some of the B-sides off the album, courtesy of YouTube for the first time in like 15 years. 

"I Don't Mind If You Forget Me" was a favorite when I was young and holds up wonderfully. I love the wasp-like guitar, the fast trotting drums and, as per se, the words of singer/songwriter Morrissey, who is my personal patronus. There's something liberating and healing about the final refrain: "Rejection is one thing, but rejection from a fool is cruel." 

--Sarah Torribio


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