Aside from the lyrics, Morrissey's contribution to the songs,via his melodies, is very valuable. Without the lyrics and vocal melody, in other words Morrissey's entire contribution, the songs would be very dull. Can anyone seriously say This Charming Man would have charted without Morrissey's input? I listened to Black Cloud today and, lyrics aside, the melody and phrasing are just amazing. Does Marr come anywhere near with his stuff?