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Morrissey Drops Controversial Single Inspired by Notre-Dame Fire

2/7/2026

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Steven Patrick Morrissey (British singer-songwriter) releases a new single, "Notre-Dame," inspired by the 2019 Paris fire.
The track omits a controversial lyric about terrorism and implies a cover-up of the fire's cause.
Morrissey's album, "Make-Up Is A Lie," is set for release on March 6 through Sire/Warner.
Critics have mixed views; Morrissey continues his European tour after health-related cancellations, with Denmark on February 13.

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Steven Patrick Morrissey (British singer-songwriter) releases a new single, "Notre-Dame," inspired by the 2019 Paris fire.
The track omits a controversial lyric about terrorism and implies a cover-up of the fire's cause.
Morrissey's album, "Make-Up Is A Lie," is set for release on March 6 through Sire/Warner.
Critics have mixed views; Morrissey continues his European tour after health-related cancellations, with Denmark on February 13.