The Phenomenon of Why the Mexicans Love The Smiths

[BluntForceTrama]

Its a massive generalization that is inexplicably true. For years people have been talking about how Mexicans are arguably the base of all fans of The Smiths and or Morissey.



Its because they identify with the bands pathos and the sad boy phenomenon. Cumbia, tejano, bando banda ......are lyrically depressed topics but comes wrapped in the gayness and silliness of the accordions and organ flutes.

Morrissey and Mexico fit together like hand in glove. Is that really so strange? | Raf Noboa y Rivera

If you ask me, the reason this handsome devil is so popular among Latinos is his mastery of melancholy

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I have enjoyed The Smiths for a very long time can't say I like all of their catalog but I am a fan. The Mexican thing is a known quantity amongst peers and those who have followed them before.

 

[Tone C]

Really?

Well , Heaven Knows They're Miserable Now...

 

[MDoza]

Because they are better than the Beatles?

 

[Beechwood]

Wow, I never would have guessed.

 

[Law Talkin’ Guy]

I thought this thread was going to be about Will Smith and family

 

[nonoob]

Because they are better than the Beatles?

Heard Day Tripper or Taxman? Beatles can rock.​

 

[Wrath of Foamy]

Really?

Well , Heaven Knows They're Miserable Now...

That's the song that runs through my head when I'm at work...

...that and the Green Hill Zone tune...

 

[fungi]

Because they are better than the Beatles?

Show me who isn't better than the Beatles?
Not many...

 

[Streeter]

Never noticed that. I know alot seem to love Static X . Never knew about the Smiths tho

 

[badascan]

You try to be a tiny man and not love the Smiths...

 

[KBE6EKCTAH_CCP]

Show me who isn't better than the Beatles?
Not many...

Honestly, while the Beatles absolutely have shitty voices and questionnable performance on instruments, they created very catchy songs designed for the masses and were the first to do it.

 

[Kowboy On Sherdog]

 

[Jackonfire]

Mexrrissey was pretty much my introduction to this phenomenon. It definitely works.

Here's a short film with the band talking about the connection with Morrissey/the Smiths and Mexico




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Everyday is Like Sunday

 

[Xuh]

Imagine holding hands with Alexa Grasso while listening to The Smiths watching the sun set in the barrio

 

[Shane-O-Mac]

I never knew this was a thing. Genuine shock.

 

[ColemanwastheGOAT]

You guys haven't seen Cholo Goth before? That shit is hilarious.

 

[Pliny Pete]

Fuck outta here with this bullshit, those two homosexuals in that video dont represent my people, another terrible take from @BluntForceTrama

 

[ObsoleteSoul]

You guys haven't seen Cholo Goth before? That shit is hilarious.

The lack of cholo goth chicks is highly disappointing....

 

[chill doggie]

What kind of Mexicans? Californians and hipsters from Mexico City?
I grew up in Mexico, they weren’t particularly popular.

I really got into them when I was in my late teens, and I didn’t know anyone that was specially into them. The Cure was much more famous.
What stands out to me is Johnny Marr’s complex melodic chord shapes, off-beat rhythms and time signatures. He’s really one of the most articulate guitarists ever, while never being over indulgent.

Another band I was surprised to learn had a stereotype of a big Mexican fan base is Iron Maiden. Which I do like as well lol.
I asked this white dude if he liked them (turns out his mom is Mexican which I didn’t know) and he replied annoyed “Why? Because I’m Mexican???”
I was like what the fuck is going on??

 

[StonedLemur]

"Get the fuck outta here before I make you my bitch" ~Magic

Thats what he says right there sir lol.