Why did Moz use a not very well known cover star for Southpaw? Why wasn't he on the cover?

[Belligerent Ghoul]

How famous was Boxer, Kenny Lane?

Would he have been recognized by the British Public?

What was/is Morrissey's interest in Boxing?

Was this a throw back to The Smiths' cover art?

Has Moz answered this question?

What are your theories on the Southpaw Grammar sleeve?

 

[Cock and Balls]

Moz used an obscure cover star because he knew he was making an obscure record!!

 

[Penny Lane]

These people call themselves real die hard fans and they cannot answer your question. I wish I could, but I am just passing through. I am one of those more casual Moz fans. Believe it or not, we do exist!

 

[The Thinker]

The title Southpaw Grammar is, as Morrissey says, referring to "the school of hard knocks" (southpaw being boxing slang for a left-hander). Note also that "left-handed" can also mean "homosexual".

Southpaw Grammar is Morrissey's story of working class England. It's where he came from, and he obviously felt some need to sing about it.