WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE? - THE SMITHS - 1984

"What Difference Does It Make?" is the third single by the English rock band The Smiths, released in January 1984. It became one of the band's first major chart successes, peaking at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart and later appearing on their self-titled debut album. Meaning & Lyrics The track, written by frontman Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr, explores themes of betrayal, secrets, and emotional rejection. The Narrative: The lyrics detail a narrator who went to extreme lengths ("I stole and I lied... because you asked me to") to please a friend or lover. The Twist: Once a personal secret is revealed, the other person recoils in prejudice and abandons them. The Chorus: The title question itself is a cynical exclamation of despair, followed by the bleak realization: "It makes none." The Famous Cover Art Dispute The single is famously remembered for its chaotic artwork release history: The Original: Features a photo of actor Terence Stamp on the set of the 1965 film The Collector. The Objector: Stamp initially refused permission for the band to use his image. The Alternative: The band quickly re-released the single with a parody photo of Morrissey replicating the exact same pose while holding a glass of milk instead of a chloroform pad. Stamp later relented, and the original cover was reinstated. *Give a Thumbs Up 👍🏻 If You Enjoy The Video 👍🏻* **And Please Subscribe To My Channel @Papa_Bear_Beats For FREE! ❤️💬🔔 and Don't Forget to Leave a Comment ** **My Other YouTube Channels are    / @scootermandanny   And    / @mrcaintv   *Thank You 👍🏻*