Steven Patrick Morrissey, known professionally as simply Morrissey, is an English singer and lyricist most well known as the lead vocalist and songwriter for eighties jangle pop band The Smiths. However, he’s also widely successful solo career since the group disbanded in 1987.

He is most notable for his biting, darkly humorous lyrics and smooth high baritone vocals that often carry a tone of emotional desire and self-deprecation.

He began his musical career as the frontman of the 1970s punk band The Nosebleeds, before linking up with Johnny Marr in 1982 to form The Smiths as the principal singer and lyricist.