| "Hairdresser on Fire" | ||||
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| Song by Morrissey | ||||
| A-side | "Suedehead" | |||
| Released | 15 February 1988[1] | |||
| Recorded | October – December 1987 | |||
| Genre | Alternative rock | |||
| Length | 3:49 | |||
| Label | HMV (UK) | |||
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| Producer(s) | Stephen Street | |||
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"Hairdresser on Fire" is a song by Morrissey, first released as a B-side to his debut solo single "Suedehead". Co-written by Morrissey and producer Stephen Street, the song features lyrics expressing Morrissey's frustration with being unable to see his hairdresser.
In addition to its appearance on the "Suedehead" single, "Hairdresser on Fire" has appeared on the American release of Morrissey's debut solo album Viva Hate, as well as his 1990 compilation album Bona Drag. Since its release, the song has seen critical acclaim for its jangly, string-inflected music and Morrissey's witty lyricism. It has since become a fan favorite, appearing on multiple compilation albums and as well as multiple iterations of Morrissey's live setlists.