The Smiths – “William, It Was Really Nothing" (1984) original German first press
  $   200

 


$ 200 Sold For
May 17, 2026 Sold Date
Apr 30, 2026 Start Date
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Description

The Smiths – “William, It Was Really Nothing" (1984) original German first press (free shipping / no tariffs)

 

This is the rare West German 1984 12" maxi-single of The Smiths' "William, It Was Really Nothing" on the Intercord label (INT 125.219). This limited edition is noted for its distinctive splatter or marbled purple vinyl, making it an instant early days collectible. It features the same songs and original sleeve as the U.K version with an uncredited photo of man on a bed (pondering the morning after) taken from a 1982 print advertisement for A.D.S. speakers. Legal action by the speaker company forced the band to change the sleeve for subsequent pressings of the single. 

 

Recorded at JAM studios in July 1984, and produced by studio virtuoso John Porter, William was the band's fifth single reaching #17 on the U.K charts.

 

 

This is a chance to own a great vintage Smiths' collectible.

 

 

Side One

  1. William, It Was Really Nothing

 

 

Side Two

  1. How Soon Is Now?
  2. Please Please Please Let Me Get What I want

 

 

Matrix / Runout 

(Side one): DM B-1528 A-1/84S I I

(Side two): DM-B-1528 B-1/84S I I

 

 

Condition

  • Sleeve - Very Good+ (split seam)
  • Vinyl - Very Good+ (surface scuffs)
  • From a smoke-free home
  • Please review photos carefully as they form part of the description

 

Packaging

Record will be carefully packaged and shipped in a in a sturdy cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.

 

Important Notes

This is a vintage item and is sold as-is.

The photographs show the exact record you will receive.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions prior to purchase.

 

Seller Note

I am currently listing several original Smiths and Morrissey vintage items— please see my other listings if you are interested.


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