This Charming Man

The Smiths, 1983, from This Charming Man. Solo by Johnny Marr.

Marr's bright, interlocking guitar lines are the song's real star, stacking chiming overdubs into one unforgettable hook.

This Charming Man by The Smiths is #4 in our ranking of the best The Smiths guitar solos. The solo is played by Johnny Marr and the song was released in 1983.

In our lists

• The Best The Smiths Guitar Solos — #4
• The Best Johnny Marr Guitar Solos — #2

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