I Know It's Over, But At Least There's Bass | A Smiths Reaction

[@punksterdude8290]

Great song. Sadly Andy Rourke passed away last week. You've got to do This Charming Man as a tribute to him. Bass for days on that bad boy.

[@Roger-ss2lk]

I somehow didn't know Andy died. Your words punched me in the gut. He has ALWAYS been my favorite bass player...since I listened to The Queen Is Dead. I like Simon Gallup from The Cure too. Man this is a real bummer 😥

[@sayaka8587]

Do you have a heart of stone😢 The bass, the drum beat, morrisey putting his soul into it, and Marr's guitar refrain, I've heard this so many times and still end in floods of tears,😢😭 the best Smiths song ? Not sure, but it's right up there. Take care ❤

[@renebonilla2070]

How dare you 👊🏽😀👊🏽, this is my favorite Smiths song. I think the lyrics are excellent.

[@danielledalziel9781]

It's perfect

[@sexobscura]

*Unfortunately, everybody has an opinion. That's just how the world is*

[@western-oud1898]

The best version of this song is the live performance on the “Rank” album..gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it

[@Octavian7771]

This song is a perfect example that Morrissey spoke in a way that no other lyricist spoke. He addresses uncelebrated feelings. What other lyricist would write "It's so easy to laugh, it's so easy to hate, it takes guts to be gently and kind...". The Smiths speak to me more than any other artist of the 1980's.

[@MusicCatsandCoffee]

Continuing my Smiths journey by primarily ranting about the bass. Next one: Barbarism Begins at Home. Thanks for the suggestions for some awesome Andy bass. I just filmed The Headmaster Ritual. You'll see it in a month. Have a good one! #kissmyshades 😎

[@TokajiPsychonaut]

Barbarism Begins at Home! Funky, in'it? I taught myself to play the bass part back in the 80's. It's a brain scrambler.

[@mikeford5678]

Oh you’ll love them both. Andy on Barbarism is superb, and Headmaster is my favourite of them all

[@josesanchez-os7zr]

In my humble opinion, the bass lines of the albums "Meat is murder" and "The queen is dead" are the best pop-rock lines of the last 40 years.

[@cloudbloom]

The vocals on this one are what really gets me, especially the lyrics. Thanks for covering it this is a favorite of mine🙏 *give it time it'll grow on you

[@DadgeCity]

Not heard this one for a while. As you say, great lyrics and great vocals.

[@kcospawn]

So sad that Andy died a few days ago... his bass lines are so unique and delightful... looking forward for more reactions to The Smiths.

[@artamm777]

Absolutely my favorite song, bar none. His vocals get me every time. Thanks for reacting to this.

[@LONEEAGLE_space_rock]

Girl, this is an absolute gut wrencher, bloody Brilliant.

[@AkZeal76]

Now I feel bad for recommending this song... Its probably why i'm on my own tonight

[@noahjones2545]

That bass sounds like an awkward moment of silence

[@stinkhornadrian]

Rubber Ring is bass heaven

[@curtisjones1714]

I really appreciate the reaction. That sweet bass is produced by the recently passed Andy Rourke. RIP . . . You should try Big Mouth Strikes Again.

[@PaulAguayo-l1i]

I'm so happy for you. You found the SMITHS ♡♡♡ from one square peg to another.... xoxo PS - Morrissey solo -November Spawned a Monster. Your face is honest and I'd love to watch it as you listen to this one. Cheers

[@rong2912]

Thank you for doing this one. Now I'm crying into my coffee.

[@heybofe]

Fave Smiths songs with unhappy lyrics, presented in a "Bouncy way": .... "Girl Afraid", and "Unhappy Birthday".

[@hazelrah321]

Almost like a soulful blues tune, one must hear this uninterrupted and get into that groove. When listened to properly, it really packs a wallop! Moz baring his very heart.❤

[@laurencewainwright]

It's like showing a dog a card trick.

[@8-bitromance43]

😂

[@versioncity1]

It's so nice to see someone of your age into the smiths and noticing the bass playing. I knew Andy and he always endeavoured to make his part count, he hated bass players who just did little more than play the root notes. (which so many do) - That you got it would have made him happy.

[@MercurtioCor]

Your triumphs and your charms well there in each other's arms

[@mrbenn1489]

Just stumbled upon your reactions. Very entertaining, it's like watching a long haired Hilary Swank, discovering The Smiths. Please don't stop.😁

[@manjadirkpeeters5576]

You should have listened to the live version on the Album "Rank". It's much more emotional and powerful.

[@miguelotero9218]

I love reaction videos, especially about the Smiths and Morrissey yet I keep coming back to your videos great job. Don’t forget about that joke isn’t funny anymore.

[@matthewmurphy8362]

Gotta be honest I never noticed the bass in smiths songs only the treble until you pointed itvout so thankyou for that.

[@sonicart1808]

Music should reflect all emotions, even the dark ones, but I think you get that.....thanks for a great reaction.

[@mattjohn4731]

Haha your applause track hurt my ears but your reactions are really unique and smart. Yeah the Smiths seem to fit your channel name 🎤💐

[@AB-sy5hb]

Awesome reaction! Keep ‘em coming.

[@joaquimmarques4026]

This lyrics deserve a pulitzer, and remains me of Doors, he sangs and the band follow him, "i know it's over", at least , at some point, he had something, next line "but it never really began"...

[@miguelotero9218]

When this song was out it was a form of expression to either dedicate it or record on cassette to someone. Purest for of expression to someone in the 80s and 90s. We had it good.

[@allanfarran364]

Love this lady’s reaction

[@yorcogal9800]

Death of a Disco Dancer is a great song

[@kylewoolsey6635]

"It takes strength to be gentle and kind." Only Morrissey could put that into a verse. Obviously, his strength was failing him, as he recognized this was utter delusion. Maybe it's something his mother told him, and now he wants to die because it wasn't applicable in this case. Not sure. Great song. Andy's bass playing just walks you along, as Morrissey bemoans his life choices. I think it was Morrissey who also said "Love was just a miserable lie "-see Miserable Lie, and later wanted "advice." What a complicated soul!

[@MusicCatsandCoffee]

What a poet. What a head of hair. Love it. ☺️

[@joeappleby8818]

there is a live version from an album called rank that is soooo much better than the studio version. i hope you get a chance to hear it some time.

[@jay-bt2lu]

i love your channel

[@rodneygriffin7666]

If you've never felt like this in your life, then you've never truly lived life at all.

[@leighcaster8015]

The Headmaster Ritual and Cemetry Gates also have awesome basslines Andy Rourke is such a great bass player

[@thoru4367]

Please do Rubber Ring by them you'll not be disappointed

[@BassistInATutu]

Definitely do Girfriend in a Coma. Also Paint a Vulgar Picture - a nicely cynical take on a dead pop star! lol

[@DapperZach]

"Panic" is a great song. But more upbeat (as much as the Smiths are upbeat)

[@drunk-mangaming2744]

you like the bass? listen to Barbarism begins at home.....epic

[@Stiglr]

... but don't sleep on Rusholme Ruffians, also on "Meat Is Murder". A lot going on in that tune, too!😀

[@gerryrr93]

Top 5 smiths song

[@nickgoodson9918]

Please please please listen to 'Sweet & Tender Hooligan'

[@daviddeath6029]

Please do girlfriend in a coma my darling 😅

[@Stiglr]

It's serious. (Kinda)

[@creepycraig73]

Johnny Marr taught Andy.

[@tugboat25]

I listened to "I Know It's Over" way back in the day in my backyard. My father walked by and said "What are you listening to?" "It makes me want to kill myself". HA!! PS: For a great bassline try The Jam "Town Called Malice" You'd dig that one.

[@allenrpn]

React to Last Night I dreamt that somebody loved me .

[@kilo1981]

You need to listen to "What difference does it make". Trust me 😜

[@lindacoy7165]

These lyrics…I live for funny and clever. Good looking doesn’t hurt either 😂. Maybe he’s rude to waiters and that’s why he’s alone. 🚩🚩🚩

[@andythecrimson8877]

🤣😂

[@oscillatewildly6553]

Thanks for your reaction. You'll love Jeane by The Smiths. If I know it's Over tugged at one of your heartstrings then congratulations you're not a psychopath! If you can relate to his pain that's a good thing or if you relate for other reasons then this song is good to listen to, and I'd never exclude it from any playlist. Loving your reactions, usually I get annoyed when people keep pausing although you, at least, seem to know instinctively when to pause. Although, personally, I think it's best to listen to the songs and not let that analytical part of the brain take over if you know what I mean. Having said that you're more preceptive than many others I've seen (those people who recite Wikipedia to "break it down" for us!!) the way the song made you feel is a far better guide than the last update on Wikipedia.

[@briancohenthepfjmassive.4769]

I know it's over was written about a man he loved who was getting married. Unrequited love song.

[@Isambard1966]

UnfortunatelyAndy passed away last week.

[@williamr3840]

Did you mention the bass? :0)

[@sebastienbouche7069]

The Beatles, then The Smiths then... well... 3 minute boys at their best.

[@BlueSky...]

Andy Rourke knows it's over, R.I.P.

[@Stiglr]

Love to hear the bass called out on this tune. It's not a particularly busy line, but it's just .... TASTY. A lot of restraint and use of rests. Side One of "The Queen Is Dead" has to qualify as the single most depressing album side in history. You just can't be a good mood after listening to this.... The Smiths were at the heights of their powers with this one.... And, you are astute to notice that this tune, unlike many other Smiths songs, just goes full on for the shoegazer effect, and isn't "ironically cheerful" like, say, Cemetry Gates or Frankly, Mr. Shankly (and many others on other Smiths albums).

[@dddarbyii]

We have problems

[@michaelreagan6696]

Joyride Chevelle

[@timcliffsmith]

As others have mentioned, the live version on Rank is far superior to the studio version. Still a great song though.

[@simonkaye7268]

She needs you more than she loves you..... Morrissey soooo gets women....its men who are the true romantics..... Keats , Yeates, Wilde, Morrissey and me (well, used to be ....but not anymore...its been spoiled)

[@trendydelquendy]

Ugh, I mean it's brilliant. Outside observer #autism song.

[@scottflowe2875]

My least favorite Smiths song . And it's great !

[@dddarbyii]

Please sister don't ever presume that Morrissey is singing about females,...... You make the same mistake every hetero makes.... Always about you. There are other people in this Earth 🌍🌍🌎🌍🌎🌎🌍

[@DapperZach]

One of my least favorite songs from the Smiths. It is a little too mawkish and even Morrissey's voice kind of loses it's way toward the end

[@lawrencefine5020]

Jesus Christ, that's one depressing song. Not good for the psyche. HAPPY SONGS.

[@Stiglr]

Which Smiths tune IS "good for the psyche", I ask you?

[@Mr.Wrong1]

​@@Stiglr EVERY SINGLE ONE

[@aryannajay1034]

You’ll never have happy songs without sad ones. And yeah the song is depressing but that’s the point because no one is happy all the time, everyone feels emotions and sometimes those emotions make use feel like we would rather die than face them. It’s a human need to want to be wanted by someone and it’s horrible knowing you don’t have that or atleast you think you don’t.

[@justinsossa2957]

This band sucks Found that out in one song

[@thomasmoroney1079]

Awful! Sorry just my opinion ✌️