Free Love
"Depeche Mode" Lyrics


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If you've been hiding from love
If you've been hiding from love
I can understand where you're coming from
I can understand where you're coming from

If you've suffered enough
If you've suffered enough
I can understand what you're thinking of
I can see the pain that you're frightened of

And I'm only here
To bring you free love
Let's make it clear
That this is free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love

I've been running like you
I've been running like you
Now you understand why I'm running scared
Now you understand why I'm running scared

I've been searching for truth
I've been searching for truth
And I haven't been getting anywhere
No, I haven't been getting anywhere

And I'm only here
To bring you free love
Let's make it clear
That this is free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love

Hey, girl
You've got to take this moment
Then let it slip away
Let go of complicated feelings
Then there's no price to pay

We've been running from love
We've been running from love
And we don't know what we're doing here
No, we don't know what we're doing here

We're only here
Sharing our free love
Let's make it clear
That this is free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love
No hidden catch




No strings attached
Just free love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Depeche Mode's "Free Love" speak to the struggles that we all face when it comes to love and relationships. The song acknowledges that some people may have been hiding from love, either consciously or subconsciously, as a way of protecting themselves. It also recognizes the pain that can come from past experiences, trauma, or heartbreak, which can make it difficult to trust or open oneself up to love again.


The chorus of the song offers a solution, which is to embrace the idea of "free love." This is a love that comes with no hidden catch, no strings attached, and no price to pay. It is a love that is given freely and received without reservation. The song suggests that free love is the antidote to the fear and pain that often accompany relationships.


The second verse of the song indicates that the singer himself has been running and searching for truth in love. This line speaks to the idea that love is a journey with no guaranteed outcome, and that sometimes the search itself can be exhausting and frustrating. However, the chorus once again reminds us that free love is the answer.


Overall, the lyrics to "Free Love" encourage us to let go of our fear and embrace the idea of love that is offered freely, without conditions or expectations. It is a call to put aside our complicated feelings and surrender to something pure and simple.


Line by Line Meaning

If you've been hiding from love
If you've been avoiding love


I can understand where you're coming from
I can relate to your situation


If you've suffered enough
If you've had enough pain


I can understand what you're thinking of
I can see what you're feeling


And I'm only here
I am here solely


To bring you free love
To offer my love for free


Let's make it clear
Let's be clear


That this is free love
That my love is free of charge


No hidden catch
No secret motive


No strings attached
No strings attached (no obligations)


I've been running like you
I've been running just like you


Now you understand why I'm running scared
Now you know why I'm afraid to be exposed


I've been searching for truth
I've been looking for the truth


And I haven't been getting anywhere
And I haven't made any progress


Hey, girl
Hey, woman


You've got to take this moment
You must take this opportunity


Then let it slip away
Then we let it go


Let go of complicated feelings
Release mixed emotions


Then there's no price to pay
Then there's no cost or consequence


We've been running from love
We've been avoiding love


And we don't know what we're doing here
And we're unsure why we're here


We're only here
We're solely here


Sharing our free love
Sharing free love with no obligations


No hidden catch
No secret motive


No strings attached
No obligations


Just free love
Just love with no cost


No hidden catch
No secret motive


No strings attached
No obligations


Just free love
Just love with no cost




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARTIN GORE

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If you've been hiding from love
If you've been hiding from love
I can understand where you're coming from
I can understand where you're coming from
If you've suffered enough
If you've suffered enough
I can understand what you're thinking of
I can see the pain that you're frightened of
And I'm only here
To bring you free love
Let's make it clear
That this is free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love
No hidden catch
No strings attached
Just free love
I've been running like you
I've been running like you
Now you understand why I'm running scared
Now you understand why I'm running scared
I've been searching for truth
I've been searching for truth
And I haven't been getting anywhere
No, I haven't been getting anywhere
And I'm only here
To bring you free…



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RIP Andy Fletcher, you have shared a magical gift with the world that will last for a very long time. Thank you.

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Dave Gahan has one of the most sensuous and beautiful voices going!

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Depeche Mode have been amazing from their beginnings and still are. RIP Fletch

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Iconic song. Timeless masterpiece

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