I hope this isn't a duplicate post, but I don't remember seeing this here

Morrissey: I was quizzed by the FBI


SINGER Morrissey says he was quizzed by the FBI and Special Branch over his outspoken criticism of the US and British governments.

The former Smiths frontman, who has previously branded American President George Bush a terrorist and denounced the war in Iraq, said the experience showed neither country was a democratic society.

He told the NME: "The FBI and the Special Branch have investigated me and I've been interviewed and taped and so forth."

The singer, who lives in Los Angeles, added: "They were trying to determine if I was a threat to the government, and similarly in England.

"But it didn't take them very long to realise that I'm not.

"I don't belong to any political groups, I don't really say anything unless I'm asked directly and I don't even demonstrate in public."

Explaining what he thought had prompted the move, the 46-year-old said: "My view is that neither England or America are democratic societies. You can't really speak your mind and if you do you're investigated even though it's just a basic process that must be done."

In 2004 Morrissey urged American voters to get rid of President Bush, saying he had turned the US into the most "neurotic and terror-obsessed country on the planet".

He sparked controversy earlier that year when he reportedly told a concert in Dublin he wished the current president had died instead of Ronald Reagan.
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Now COME ON, aren't there enough real threats in this world without wasting time interviewing the Moz??

The Bush administration is so damn paranoid.If a rock star makes a negative comment about them,they bring in the FBI to investigate.This is hilarious

DavidEye said:

I know, right?

I could see if they thought he was behind some animal lab attack or sumptin, but thinking he's a THREAT to the government?

Irish blood English heart this I'm made of
there is no man on earth I'm afraid of
and no regime can buy or sell me

I guess if we arent all living in fear, the machine hasnt properly done its job.

why aren't they investigating Madonna? She's made some incredibly harsh comments about Bush,even comparing him to Saddam Hussein

and why not investigate Kanye West? And Bruce Springsteen?


Hell,just investigate anyone who disagrees with them.

endorphin74 said:

resisitng the global elite is the only real threat they're concerned with.

DavidEye said:

What makes you think they haven't done that already?

lilgish said:

good point, you know ALL there phones are tapped...damn dangerous rock stars!

minneapolisgenius said:

co-

I hope he just becomes all the more scathing and bitter because of it.

I don't know, he's influenced millions of nerds in England & America, that could potentially be a huge threat.

NDRU said:

HEY!

GangstaFam said:

perhaps we'll get a song on the new album...or at least a bside

endorphin74 said:

"Pigs, Snitches & Bitches Will Never Reign In My Bleeding Heart"

GangstaFam said:

That's perfect! I knew you'd come up with a good one!

endorphin74 said:

This could be a new contest a la my "Name Mariah's next album" one. The possibilities are endless!

"Copper Is A Cheap Metal For A Reason"

GangstaFam said:

I like that one even better

"The FBI Wants Me, But No One Else Ever Will"

endorphin74 said:

All jokes aside, young nerdlings grow to be powerful adults. All except me, so far.

endorphin74 said:

Such a sadsack! He brings in on himself. But that's what makes his work so great.

"May The Most Unqualified, Uneductated & Ugly Man Win!"

GangstaFam said:

Brilliant Gangsta!!! Uh does this mean you've gotten some sleep after the insane Detriot/Chicago/Fort Gratiot/Detroit/Fort Gratiot escapades so you are sharp as a tack or does it mean you've still had no sleep so are in a psychotic dreamstate? We better talk soon. Licensing is DONE ~ no citations!!!!!

OK, @ 1st glance, I thought this topic read "Morrissey OUTTED by the FBI"

JANFAN4L said:

I think ol' boy was outed a looooong time ago!

JANFAN4L said:

"Morrisey, why are you so fucking depressed? We are the fucking feds, and not even us are that down. Get a grip man."

MoonSongs said:

Probably some of both, I'm afraid.

2freaky4church1 said:

personally i dont understand why people think morrissey is depressed..lyrically speaking his lyrics are very witty and yes the way he sings them is all gloomy..but if you actually check out what thier saying..he is trying to be funny other than consumed by sadness..its like with his sexuality people are hellbent to get morrissey out of the closet..well he isnt george michael or elton john to be stereotypes for that sexuality..perhaps its personal..which i quite frankly enjoy..cause could you imagine morissey come out on stage all limpwristing and stuff..i think we dont have to be so stereotypical sometimes..lol..perhaps im getting to much out of that lol..i know its meant to be funny..i just wanted to say whats on my mind..

endorphin74 said: