Strangelove
Depeche Mode; Martin L. Gore Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

There'll be times
When my crimes
Will seem almost unforgivable
I give in to sin
Because you have to make this life livable

But when you think I've had enough
From your sea of love

I'll take more than another river full
Yes, and I'll make it all worthwhile
I'll make your heart smile

Strangelove
Strange highs and strange lows
Strangelove
That's how my love goes
Strangelove
Will you give it to me?

Will you take the pain
I will give to you?
Again and again
And will you return it?

There'll be days
When I'll stray
I may appear to be
Constantly out of reach
I give in to sin
Because I like to practice what I preach

I'm not trying to say
I'll have it all my way
I'm always willing to learn
When you've got something to teach
And I'll make it all worthwhile
I'll make your heart smile

Pain, will you return it?
I'll say it again, pain
Pain, will you return it?
I'll say it again, pain

Pain, will you return it?
I'll say it again, pain
Pain, will you return it?
I won't say it again

Strangelove
Strange highs and strange lows
Strangelove
That's how my love goes
Strangelove
Will you give it to me?

Strangelove
Strange highs and strange lows
Strangelove
That's how my love goes
Strangelove
Will you give it to me?

Strangelove
Strange highs and strange lows
Strangelove
That's how my love goes
Strangelove
Will you give it to me?

I give in
Again and again
I give in
Will you give it to me?
I give in
I'll say it again
I give in
I give in
Again and again
I give in
That's how my love goes
I give in
I'll say it again

I give in
I give in

Overall Meaning

The song Strange Love by Depeche Mode is a reflection on life, its challenges and imperfections, expressed through the lens of love. The lyrics reveal the singer's vulnerability as he confesses to his sins and admits that he gives in to temptation as a way to make his life more livable. He acknowledges that sometimes his actions may seem unforgivable, but he also promises to make it all worthwhile and to make the heart of his loved one smile. The chorus of the song expresses the strange highs and lows of love and asks the question of whether the loved one will give in and accept the pain that comes with it.

The lyrics show a fascinating blend of vulnerability and strength. The singer admits to his weaknesses and imperfections, but also shows determination to make things work and make his loved one happy. This can be interpreted as a reflection of the complexity of human nature, our struggles and desires, and the balancing act that we often have to perform to navigate through life.

Overall, Strange Love is a powerful song about love, desire, and the challenges that come with them. It is an exploration of the human spirit, its yearnings, and its complexities.

Line by Line Meaning

There'll be times
There will be moments when I make mistakes that will seem almost impossible to forgive.

When my crimes
When I mess up and do something wrong.

Will seem almost unforgivable
My errors may appear impossible to pardon.

I give in to sin
I surrender myself to wrongdoing.

Because you have to make this life livable
As a way to cope with the difficulties of life.

But when you think I've had enough
When you believe that I can't handle any more difficulties or hardships.

From your sea of love
In the midst of your affection and caring.

I'll take more than another river full
I will handle more than what seems possible and turn it into something meaningful.

Yes, and I'll make it all worthwhile
And, in doing so, make everything of value.

I'll make your heart smile
I will bring joy and happiness to your heart.

Will you give it to me?
Will you entrust me with your love?

Will you take the pain
When I cause you discomfort or troubles,

I will give to you?
Will you accept it from me?

Again and again
Repeatedly, without any limit.

And will you return it?
Will you forgive me despite everything, and keep loving me?

There'll be days
There will be times when I am distant.

When I'll stray
When I'll veer off the path and become lost.

I may appear to be
I might look like I'm,

Constantly out of reach
Out of reach, untouchable or unreachable.

I give in to sin
I surrender myself to wrongdoing.

Because I like to practice what I preach
To lead by example and follow my words of wisdom.

I'm not trying to say
I'm not intending to imply.

I'll have it all my way
That I must always be in charge and that everything must go my way.

I'm always willing to learn
I'm open to new ideas and willing to learn from others.

When you've got something to teach
When you have knowledge to pass on.

Pain, will you return it?
Addressing pain as though it is a living being, this could mean asking whether pain will eventually pass or continue to remain.

I won't say it again
I won't repeat myself anymore.

I give in
I succumb and surrender.

Again and again
Repeatedly, without any limit.

That's how my love goes
That's how I express my love.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martin Gore

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS