MORRISSEY
Morrissey, The Met, Philadelphia, PA 9/23/25.
Seeing Morrissey live has always been a bucket-list experience for me, so when I found out he was coming to The Met in Philly, it was a no-brainer—I had to be there.
Instead of an opening act, the show began with a video montage featuring scenes from various eras of cinema. It was a unique and nostalgic way to set the mood before the main event. When Morrissey finally stepped onto the stage, the entire crowd jumped to their feet, erupting in cheers for the legendary frontman.
He opened with one of The Smiths’ most beloved songs, “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out,” instantly igniting the room. Everyone was singing along, word for word. Throughout the performance, Morrissey carried a bunch of orange flowers, occasionally reaching out to the crowd with them—a classic, poetic gesture.
When he launched into “Suedehead,” he amped up the energy, whipping his microphone cord around and shaking hands with fans in the front rows. Philly got an unexpected treat with “How Soon Is Now?”—a legendary Smiths track with its unmistakable intro, which had the entire venue buzzing.
Midway through the set, Morrissey joked around with the crowd, teasing that it wouldn’t be a proper Morrissey show without poking a little fun at his audience. He kept the hits coming with “Shoplifters of the World Unite,” another fan favorite that turned into a massive singalong.
After leaving the stage, the crowd roared for an encore—and Morrissey delivered, returning for two more songs, including “I Won’t Share You,” which hadn’t been played live since 2019. It was a special moment to cap off an unforgettable night.
Overall, the show was everything I hoped it would be. Seeing such an iconic indie rock figure live, especially in a venue as intimate as The Met, was truly incredible.
Shot and Written by Jonah van Bemmelen
