The Smiths were masters of doom and gloom, but on these five songs, their general angsty descended into deep, dark depression ...

Here are ten of the most poetic songs by The Smiths, whether tackling the demons in Morrissey's inner psyche or highlighting the darkest corners of society.

with Morrissey's forlorn vocals ... but it is by no means The Smiths' best song. Most of their better work were found on b sides and albums. One of my favourites is Wonderful Woman, a song ...