Ever wondered what happens when human awkwardness reaches its zenith? Welcome to a quintessentially Morrissey scenario: two individuals, paralyzed by shyness, flirt with existential misery more than with each other. "Girl Afraid" lays bare the insecurities of Young Love—capitalized for *dramatic effect*. Here, Girl ponders the inscrutable abyss that is Boy's intentions, while Boy sweats over his wallet and wonders if Girl even likes him. Spoiler: she doesn’t, and he knows! Their mutual staring contests in the downstairs room epitomize missed connections. One word: ouch. In this pas de deux of apprehensive glances and unspoken desires, The Smiths remind us that sometimes, the only thing standing between two people is a mountain of self-doubt and a complete lack of eye contact.
