"The Boy with the Thorn in His Side" was released as a single on 16th September 1985, reaching No. 23 in the UK Singles Chart. This was the first single by The Smiths to be accompanied by a promotional music video which was something the band had previously resisted. It was shot in RAK Studio 3 as seen here through the control room window. Our old SSL desk, which would eventually be moved in to Studio 4, is in frame. Follow the link in our bio to watch the full music video. #rakstudios #TheSmiths