Morrissey is seeking to cut all ties to his previous band, The Smiths.
Although the English singer-songwriter is known as a solo success, he went public with his plans to sell his financial stake in the influential rock band, saying he’s “burnt out by any and all connections” to his former bandmates.
Morrissey announced his decision on his website, revealing he has “no choice” but to sell his interests in The Smiths — including all rights to the music, lyrics and recordings of the hitmakers — to anyone who would buy them. He even wants to put The Smiths’ name, associated artwork and merchandise on the market.
“I have had enough of malicious associations,” he wrote in a post titled “A Soul for Sale” on Wednesday. “With my entire life I have paid my rightful dues to these songs and the