Dave subsequently penned a couple of tracks on Depeche Mode's next album, the 2005 effort Playing the Angel. The latter half of 2007 saw the release of his second solo LP, Hourglass, which saw a dirtier, more electronic, groove-orientated sound come through in his solo work. It was decided that he would not tour to promote the album's release, instead concentrating on his day job: the recording of the next Depeche Mode effort, Sounds of the Universe released in April 2009. The album sees more of his songs released under the DM brand, as well as a co-write with main songwriter, Martin L. Gore on the B-side Oh Well.
Miracles
Dave Gahan Lyrics
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And they happen every day
I don't believe in Jesus
But I'm praying anyway
I want to accept the truth, I really do
I believe, I'm just afraid of losing you
And I've watched them on TV
I've seen it in the movies
They say the truth will set you free
I want to appect the truth, I really do
I believe, I'm just afraid of losing you
I'm just afraid of losing you
The lyrics of Dave Gahan's song "Miracles" contain a contradiction between disbelief in miracles and prayer to Jesus. The singer admits that he has seen evidence of miracles in different media and is inclined to believe in them, but he also feels scared of losing someone close to him. He expresses an inner struggle to reconcile his skepticism with his desire to accept the validity of spiritual experiences.
One interpretation of the song is that it reflects the tension between rational thinking and emotional needs. The singer questions the notion of supernatural events but still recognizes their possible significance. He seeks to find meaning in his relationship with his loved one in the face of uncertainty and mystery. By appealing to Jesus, he reveals a sense of longing for some kind of personal connection beyond the mundane world.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't believe in miracles
I hold skepticism towards the idea of miracles.
And they happen everyday
Despite my skepticism, I acknowledge that amazing things happen frequently.
I don't believe in Jesus
I do not believe in the religious figure of Jesus Christ.
But I'm praying anyway
Despite my lack of belief, I am hoping and asking for something positive to happen.
I want to accept the truth
I desire to embrace honest facts and insights.
I really do, I believe
I am genuinely committed to the idea of believing in something.
Just afraid of losing you
I am hesitant to pursue truth because I fear losing someone important to me.
I read it in the paper
I have encountered information and news from print media.
And I've watched them on TV
I have witnessed events through televised news and entertainment.
I've seen it in the movies
I have received messages and insights from films and other motion pictures.
They say the truth will set you free
It is commonly believed that honesty and facts can provide freedom.
I'm just afraid of losing you
Once again, I am scared to pursue the truth and potentially lose someone important to me.
I'm just afraid of losing you
This line is repeated to emphasize the persistence of the storyteller's fear.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: CHRISTIAN EIGNER, DAVID GAHAN, ANDREW PHILPOTT
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