DICKENS MEETS THE SMITHS

The Smiths were an English rock band of the eighties who specialised in miserablist lyrics from their front man Morrissey.  Familiarity with their music may enhance appreciation of the following song found on youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqO0idjammg&feature=youtu.be&list=PLCRqrfbt_QsqefCs9j0mnnsDx0n1VQDnX