How Soon Is Now?

About How Soon Is Now?

“How Soon Is Now?” is a 1984 song written by Morrissey and Johnny Marr and first released by their band The Smiths. Johnny Marr described it as “possibly our most enduring record. It’s most people’s favourite, I think”, however, it is not generally considered to be representative of the band’s style. Originally a B-side with "Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want" on the 12” single version of “William, It Was Really Nothing” in 1984 .

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About this song

Credited to

The Smiths

Album

Noche De Los Espantos Terror Musical · Track 23 of 25 · Longest track on the album

Released

July 4, 2024

Duration

6:48

On Last.fm

647,331 listeners on Last.fm

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From the album: Noche De Los Espantos Terror Musical