The Smiths are a British rock band, formed in Manchester in 1982. The band consisted of Morrissey as the lead vocalist, Johnny Marr as the guitarist, Andy Rourke as the bassist, and Mike Joyce as the drummer. The band's fusion of jangly guitar pop and literate, introspective lyrics helped establish the sound of the British indie pop scene of the '80s.

If you're looking to learn to sing like Morrissey, there are a few tips and tricks that you will find helpful. Morrissey is known for his distinctive, baritone singing voice, which features a lot of vibrato and a unique, almost conversational style of delivery. Here's how you can learn to sing like him:

1. Practice your vibrato: One of the most distinctive features of Morrissey’s voice is his use of vibrato. You can practice this by starting with a sustained note and then gradually manipulate it so that it "wobbles" slightly. Use the vibrato video from Singing Carrots to help you.

2. Enunciate clearly: Morrissey is known for his unique style of singing, which often involves enunciating his words in a very precise and distinctive manner. If you want to sing like him, you will need to work on your diction and try to enunciate more clearly.

3. Develop a conversational style: Morrissey’s singing style is often described as conversational - it sounds almost as if he is talking to you. To develop this style, practice singing as if you are speaking the words.

4. Experiment with vocal register: Morrissey often sings in a lower register than other singers, but he is capable of hitting high notes. Experiment with your own range to figure out what works for you.

To practice singing like Morrissey, you can try out the Singing Carrots vocal range test to determine your vocal range, the pitch accuracy test to assess your pitch accuracy, and the vocal pitch monitor to see your notes on a virtual piano. The pitch training exercises will also be useful in developing your singing technique.

When it comes to song choice, "There is a Light That Never Goes Out" is a classic example of Morrissey’s vocal style, featuring his distinctive baritone delivery and emotive vibrato. "Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now" is another example of his conversational singing style, while "Hand in Glove" showcases his ability to hit high notes.

As you practice and develop your singing technique, be sure to also check out other Singing Carrots resources to enhance your skills. The articles on voice registers and vocal break, open mouth and throat, resonance in singing, and singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking can all be helpful. Additionally, the video on chest voice/voice registers provides useful insights into Morrissey’s unique vocal range.

Overall, learning to sing like Morrissey involves a combination of vocal technique, diction, and emotive style, which can be developed through practice and the use of relevant Singing Carrots resources.