A cult‑favourite compilation capturing The Smiths at their melodic and defiant peak, The World Won’t Listen gathers singles, B‑sides and essential cuts from 1985–1987. Morrissey’s wry title nods to the band’s frustration with the industry, yet the collection has endured as one of their most beloved releases.

This 2012 heavyweight reissue is pressed on 180‑gram vinyl, housed in glossy inner sleeves with printed lyrics, and cut at Optimal Media. A definitive edition of one of the most iconic compilations in British indie history.

Track Listing

1. Panic
2. Ask
3. London
4. Bigmouth Strikes Again
5. Shakespeare’s Sister
6. There Is a Light That Never Goes Out
7. Shoplifters of the World Unite
8. The Boy with the Thorn in His Side
9. Money Changes Everything
10. Asleep
11. Unloveable
12. Half a Person
13. Stretch Out and Wait
14. That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore
15. Oscillate Wildly
16. You Just Haven’t Earned It Yet, Baby
17. Rubber Ring
18. Golden Lights

Features

180‑gram audiophile reissue
2×LP compilation
Glossy inner sleeves with printed lyrics
Pressed by Optimal Media GmbH
Lacquer cut by F.A.
Includes Steve Lillywhite mix of Ask
Rhino Records edition

Information

Artist: The Smiths
Title: The World Won’t Listen
Format: Vinyl, 2×LP, Compilation, Reissue, 180g
Label: Rhino Records
Country: UK / Europe / US
Released: 26 March 2012
Barcode: 0825646658817
Genre: Indie Rock / Alternative