I Just Want to See the Boy Happy

Morrissey

About I Just Want to See the Boy Happy

"I Just Want to See the Boy Happy" is the fourth and final single from the album Ringleader of the Tormentors by Morrissey. The single was released on 4 December 2006. The title track was written by Morrissey and Jesse Tobias. Released the day after Morrissey began a five date arena tour in the UK, the single performed respectably, considering it was the fourth off the album, peaking at number 16 in the UK singles chart. Described by NME as "Mozza at his mic-lead whipping best", the track received largely positive reviews, with the Manchester Evening News awarding it a 5/5 mark and declaring the song "reminiscent of his early work with the Smiths, this is an excellent single. " "A 12" picture disc of the track was released on 22 January 2007 which included all the B-sides on one disc and was limited to 1000 copies. 


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2006
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Lord these words I beg of you
As I kneel down at my bed
Because soon I will be dead
Let's face it soon I will be dead
And I just want to 
I want to see the boy happy
With some hope in his pale eyes
Is that too much to ask?
Before I die
I have one final dream
For my own life I don't care anything

Lord these words I beg of you
As I kneel down at my bed
Let's face it soon I will be dead
And I just want to 
I want to see the boy happy 
With his arms around his first love
Is that too much to ask? 
Before I die
I have one final dream 
For my own life I don't care anything
And I just want to 
I want to see this boy happy
Why is this such a bad thing?

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Morrissey

Steven Patrick Morrissey (born 22 May 1959), known as Morrissey, is an English singer and lyricist. He rose to prominence in the 1980s as the lyricist and vocalist of the band The Smiths. The band was highly successful in the United Kingdom but broke up in 1987, and Morrissey began a solo career, making the top ten of the UK Singles Chart on ten occasions. His first solo album, 1988's Viva Hate entered the UK albums chart at number one. Widely regarded as an important innovator in indie music, Morrissey has been described by music magazine NME as "one of the most influential artists ever", and The Independent has stated "most pop stars have to be dead before they reach the iconic status he has reached in his lifetime".Pitchfork Media has called him "one of th… more »

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Written by: JESSE ALEJANDRO TOBIAS, STEVEN MORRISSEY, STEVEN PATRICK MORRISSEY

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Date Fact
"I Just Want to See the Boy Happy" by Morrissey was released in December 2006, making it over a decade old.
Album Fact
The song is from Morrissey's eighth studio album, "Ringleader of the Tormentors," which was released in 2006.
Chart Fact
Upon its release, the song reached number 16 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing Morrissey's continued popularity in his home country.
Music Video Fact
The music video for "I Just Want to See the Boy Happy" was directed by renowned director Bucky Fukumoto and features a performance by Kristeen Young.
Lyrics Fact
Morrissey is known for his poetic lyrics which often explore themes of love, loss, and loneliness. "I Just Want to See the Boy Happy" is no exception with Morrissey stating, "For my life to end, I would need your hand."
Producer Fact
The song was produced by Tony Visconti, a notable music producer who has worked with artists like David Bowie and T. Rex.
Track Length Fact
The track is slightly over two minutes long, making it one of the shorter songs on the "Ringleader of the Tormentors" album.
Music Style Fact
The song continues the rock music style of Morrissey with its guitar, bass, drums, and his distinctive vocals.
Background Vocals Fact
The song features additional vocals from musicians Ennio Morricone and his orchestra, adding a unique element to the track.
Title Fact
The intriguing title "I Just Want to See the Boy Happy" is reflective of Morrissey's songwriting approach, often opting for longer, more descriptive titles than what is typical in pop music.

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