Boys Say Go!
Depeche Mode Lyrics


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Boys say go
Boys say go
Boys say go
Boys say go

You don't understand
This is in demand
And I think that I have to show you

Try to look inside
Take me for a ride
In the day and the night, get to know you

Boys meet boys, get together
Boys meet boys, it's forever
Don't say no
Boys say go

I can run away
If you never stay
And the rain and the pain and the sorrow

I'm not very sure
When you close the door
If the end is the same as tomorrow

Boys meet boys, get together
Boys meet boys, it's forever
Don't say no
Boys say go

(Boys)
(Boys)
(Boys)
(Boys)
(Boys say go)

You don't understand
This is in demand
And I think that I have to show you

Try to look inside
Take me for a ride
In the day and the night, get to know you

Boys meet boys, get together
Boys meet boys, it's forever
Don't say no
Boys say go

(Go go go go go go go go)
(Go go go go go go go go)
(Go go go go go go go go)




(Go go go go go go go go)
(Go go go go go go go go)

Overall Meaning

The song "Boys Say Go!" by Depeche Mode is an early new wave track that explores themes of gender and sexual identity. The lyrics seem to be addressed to a person who is hesitant to explore same-sex attraction or possibly even homosexuality. The chorus, "Boys meet boys, get together, Boys meet boys, it's forever" repeats, suggesting that same-sex attraction and relationships are a natural and potentially permanent part of life.


The verses reflect a sense of uncertainty and fear associated with exploring one's sexuality. The singer asks to be taken on a journey of self-discovery, but is unsure of the outcome. Lines like "I'm not very sure / When you close the door / If the end is the same as tomorrow" reveal a sense of doubt and anxiety about what might happen if they pursue this attraction.


The use of repetition throughout the song creates a sense of urgency and insistence. The repetition of the title phrase "Boys say go" further emphasizes the importance of exploring one's sexuality and not being held back by fear or social norms.


Overall, "Boys Say Go!" is an early example of Depeche Mode's experimentation with themes of sexuality and gender, which would become even more pronounced in their later work.


Line by Line Meaning

Boys say go
The song title is repeated throughout the song and seems to be a call to action for boys to unite and take action.


You don't understand
The singer believes that his message is not being understood by others, and feels the need to explain it further.


This is in demand
The singer believes that his message and call to action is needed by others and is popular enough to be in demand.


And I think that I have to show you
The singer believes that he has a responsibility to share his message and show others how to take action.


Try to look inside
The singer encourages others to look within themselves to understand the message and take action.


Take me for a ride
The singer is willing to accompany others on the journey towards taking action and achieving change.


In the day and the night, get to know you
The singer wants to spend time with others, whether during the day or night, and get to know them better in order to work towards achieving change together.


Boys meet boys, get together
The singer is emphasizing the need for boys to unite and work together towards taking action and achieving change.


Boys meet boys, it's forever
The singer believes that the bond between boys who work together towards a common cause will be unbreakable and long-lasting.


Don't say no
The singer is urging others not to refuse or turn down the call to action and the opportunity to work together.


I can run away
The singer acknowledges that it is possible for him to leave behind the struggle for change if he is not fully committed to it, but also recognizes the consequences of doing so.


If you never stay
The singer is referring to others who may not remain committed to the cause of change and leave, making it harder to achieve progress.


And the rain and the pain and the sorrow
The singer acknowledges the hardships and difficulties that come with trying to achieve change and that there may be setbacks and moments of sadness and pain.


I'm not very sure
The singer is uncertain about the outcome of the struggle and whether it will be successful or not.


When you close the door
The singer is referring to the possibility of others closing themselves off from the struggle, making it harder to achieve progress.


If the end is the same as tomorrow
The singer is questioning if the future will be the same as today if there is no action taken to achieve change.


(Go go go go go go go go)
These repeated lines can be interpreted as a call to action, urging others to take action and work towards achieving change.




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Written by: Vince Clarke

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