Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others
The Smiths
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From the ice-age to the dole-age There is but one concern I have just discovered : Some girls are bigger than others Some girls are bigger than others Some girl's mothers are bigger than Other girl's mothers Some girls are bigger than others Some girls are bigger than others Some girl's mothers are bigger than Other girl's mothers As Anthony said to Cleopatra As he opened a crate of ale : Oh, I say : Some girls are bigger than others Some girls are bigger than others Some girl's mothers are bigger than Other girl's mothers Some girls are bigger than others Some girls are bigger than others Some girl's mothers are bigger than Other girl's mothers Send me the pillow... The one that you dream on... Send me the pillow... The one that you dream on... And I'll send you mine
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Written by: STEVEN MORRISSEY, JOHNNY MARR
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Title and ReleaseThe song "Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" is by the English rock band The Smiths. It is featured on their third studio album "The Queen Is Dead" which was released in 1986.
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Song LyricsLyricist Morrissey is known for his cryptic and unique lyrics. In regards to “Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others,” Morrissey explained in an interview with Spin magazine, "It’s about how women's bodies are truly in their hands, not the hands of fashion dictators".
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Composition and InstrumentationThe music was composed by the band's guitarist, Johnny Marr. Marr's guitar orchestration uses a capo on the second fret, with the main guitar riff being described as a dreamy melody that complements Morrissey’s lyrics.
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ReceptionThe song has received positive reviews from music critics, praising its unique lyrical approach to body positivity and acceptance.
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Live Performances"Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" is one of the less frequently performed songs by The Smiths. However, it continues to be a fan favorite.
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Music GenreThe song, like the majority of The Smiths' music, falls under the indie rock and post-punk genre, which was a prominent movement of the 1980s.
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Album Contribution"Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" is the closing track on "The Queen Is Dead" album, which is often considered one of the best albums of the 1980s and The Smiths' greatest achievement.
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ControversyThe song sparked mild controversy upon release with some radio stations reluctant to play it due to its candid discussion of women's bodies, reflecting society's discomfort with body-positive messages.
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InfluenceDespite not being a single, the song has been covered by a number of other artists, including the American band Death Cab for Cutie, showing its enduring influence.
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Subtle MessagingMorrissey's lyrics for the song also subtly satirize society's resistance to discuss or acknowledge the realities of physical differences, using his well-known blend of humor and social commentary.
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