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The Smiths – Ask

Alternative · Derek Jarman · 1986 · 20M

The Smiths The Smiths – Ask

Alternative · Derek Jarman · 1986 · 20M

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The Smiths – Ask

1986 · 1980s · · · · Directed by Derek Jarman

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Ask is a 1986 single by The Smiths, known for its upbeat, jangly pop sound, contrasting with the band’s typical melancholic themes. Directed by Derek Jarman, the music video blends whimsical and surreal imagery, reflecting the song’s message about overcoming shyness and seizing life’s opportunities. Shot in black and white with symbolic visuals like children with flowers, it creates a dreamlike atmosphere.

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