Slow
Depeche Mode (Delta Machine 2013) Lyrics

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Slow, slow
Slow as you can go
So I can feel all I want to know
Slow, slow
I go with your flow

Let the world keep it's carnival pace
I’d prefer to look into your beautiful face

What a waste

And the starts continue to fly by
I don’t have one desire to understand why
I don’t try

Slow, slow
Slow as you can go
I want my sense to overflow
Slow, slow
It doesn’t show

I don’t need a race in my bed
When speed’s in my heart and speed’s in my head
Instead

It’s tempting for fools to rush in
When something’s so good why should we rush and fail?
It’s the same

Slow, slow
Slow as you can go
That’s how I like it
I like it

I don’t need a race in my bed
When speed’s in my heart and speed’s in my head
Instead

Slow, slow
Slow as you can go
That’s how I like it
I like it

That’s how I like it
That’s how I like it

Overall Meaning

The song "Slow" by Depeche Mode talks about the importance of slowing down and savoring the moment. The opening line "Slow, slow, slow as you can go" sets the tone for the song, emphasizing the importance of taking time and going at a slower pace. The singer wants to feel all they want to know and go with the flow. Instead of keeping up with the fast-paced world, the singer prefers to look into their lover's beautiful face and relish in the moment.

The chorus repeats the importance of taking things slow and overflowing with sensations. The second verse emphasizes that the singer doesn't need a race in their bed when speed is in their heart and head. It's a reminder that sometimes, going slow and taking the time to enjoy the moment is more important than rushing and failing. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the idea that slowing down is how they like it.

Line by Line Meaning

Slow, slow
Emphasis on the need for slowness

Slow as you can go
As slow as possible for deeper understanding

So I can feel all I want to know
Deeper feelings require slower pace

I go with your flow
Adapting to partner's speed

Let the world keep it's carnival pace
Rejecting fast-paced societal norms

I’d prefer to look into your beautiful face
Choosing to savor intimacy instead of distractions

What a waste
Fast pace is a waste of precious experiences

And the starts continue to fly by
Time passes quickly regardless of pace

I don’t have one desire to understand why
No need to overanalyze when enjoying the moment

I don’t try
Relaxing and letting go of control

I want my sense to overflow
Desire for deeper sensory experience