Complete List Of Depeche Mode Songs From A to Z

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Depeche Mode emerged from Basildon, Essex, England—a working-class town that significantly shaped the group’s gritty electronic sound and their introspective lyrical outlook. Originally formed in 1980 by Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Andy Fletcher, and Vince Clarke, the band started playing small clubs and local venues, quickly catching attention for their innovative synthesizer-driven pop style. Vince Clarke’s departure after their debut album in 1981 set the stage for Alan Wilder to join, a move that brought added depth to the band’s musical texture and complexity.

The group’s debut album, Speak & Spell, established their initial success in the United Kingdom, driven largely by the infectious single “Just Can’t Get Enough.” Clarke’s exit led Gore to step forward as the primary songwriter, significantly shaping the band’s artistic trajectory. With Gore at the creative helm, Depeche Mode released increasingly ambitious and darker-themed albums such as Construction Time Again (1983), Some Great Reward (1984), and Black Celebration (1986). These albums delivered iconic singles including “People Are People,” “Master and Servant,” and “Stripped,” which propelled them beyond a pop audience, solidifying their place among alternative and electronic music fans.

It was the album Music for the Masses (1987) that profoundly expanded Depeche Mode’s global reach. With massive singles like “Strangelove,” “Never Let Me Down Again,” and “Behind the Wheel,” the band conquered international markets, especially the United States, culminating in their landmark 1988 Rose Bowl concert attended by over 60,000 fans. This event was documented in the influential film and live album 101, which showcased their powerful live presence and underscored their rising global appeal.

The artistic and commercial peak of Depeche Mode arrived in 1990 with the release of Violator. The album featured definitive hits like “Personal Jesus,” “Enjoy the Silence,” and “Policy of Truth,” which dominated radio and MTV, significantly influencing the course of modern rock and electronic music. “Enjoy the Silence” particularly became a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its haunting melody and innovative production. Violator sold millions of copies worldwide, affirming the band’s status as a major force within popular music.

Subsequent albums such as Songs of Faith and Devotion (1993) revealed Depeche Mode’s willingness to evolve, blending electronic elements with a more rock-oriented sound. Hits like “I Feel You,” “Walking in My Shoes,” and “In Your Room” underscored this shift and maintained their chart success. However, this period also marked internal challenges; Alan Wilder’s departure in 1995 significantly impacted the group’s dynamic, while frontman Dave Gahan struggled publicly with substance abuse, profoundly affecting the band’s stability and creativity during the late 1990s.

Despite these challenges, Depeche Mode persisted, continuing to release powerful albums such as Ultra (1997), Exciter (2001), and Playing the Angel (2005). These records showcased resilience and artistic growth, reinforcing their deep connection with a global fanbase devoted to their authenticity and introspective songwriting. Singles like “Barrel of a Gun,” “Dream On,” and “Precious” further cemented their ongoing relevance and ability to resonate emotionally with audiences.

Depeche Mode’s impact on music has been consistently recognized through various prestigious accolades. They have earned multiple Grammy nominations over the years, including nods for Best Dance Recording and Best Alternative Music Album. Their enduring legacy was officially honored when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020, acknowledging their influential role in shaping contemporary music culture.

Beyond music, Depeche Mode has notably contributed to humanitarian and social causes. They have actively supported organizations such as Amnesty International, using their influence to advocate for human rights. The band’s persistent voice in addressing societal issues, combined with their evocative lyrics that often explore themes of isolation, spirituality, and human connection, has amplified their reputation not just as artists, but as deeply empathetic cultural figures.

Throughout their more than four-decade career, Depeche Mode has released fifteen studio albums, consistently redefining and reshaping their sound while remaining true to their core identity. Their enduring appeal rests firmly in their profound ability to blend electronic innovation with emotional sincerity, resonating deeply with listeners from diverse backgrounds. As they continue touring and creating, their legacy only strengthens, underlining the timelessness of their musical and emotional honesty.

Complete List Of Depeche Mode Songs From A to Z

Agent Orange – Music for the Masses – 1987
All That’s Mine – Delta Machine – 2013
Always – Delta Machine – 2013
Always You – Memento Mori – 2023
Alone – Delta Machine – 2013
I Am You – Exciter – 2001
And Then… – Construction Time Again – 1983
Angel – Delta Machine – 2013
Any Second Now – Speak & Spell – 1981
Any Second Now (Voices) – Speak & Spell – 1981
A Pain That I’m Used To – Playing the Angel – 2005
Barrel of a Gun – Ultra – 1997
Before We Drown – Memento Mori – 2023
Behind the Wheel – Music for the Masses – 1987
Big Muff – Speak & Spell – 1981
Black Celebration – Black Celebration – 1986
Black Day – Black Celebration – 1986
Blasphemous Rumours – Some Great Reward – 1984
Blue Dress – Violator – 1990
The Bottom Line – Ultra – 1997
Boys Say Go! – Speak & Spell – 1981
Breathe – Exciter – 2001
Breathing in Fumes – Black Celebration – 1986
Broken – Delta Machine – 2013
But Not Tonight – Black Celebration – 1986
But Not Tonight (extended remix) – Black Celebration – 1986
Caroline’s Monkey – Memento Mori – 2023
The Child Inside – Delta Machine – 2013
Clean – Violator – 1990
Come Back – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Comatose – Exciter – 2001
Condemnation – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Condemnation (Paris mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Corrupt – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Cover Me – Spirit – 2017
Cover Me (alt out) – Spirit – 2017
Damaged People – Playing the Angel – 2005
The Darkest Star – Playing the Angel – 2005
The Dead of Night – Exciter – 2001
Death’s Door (Jazz mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Don’t Say You Love Me – Memento Mori – 2023
Dream On – Exciter – 2001
Dreaming of Me – Speak & Spell – 1981
Dressed in Black – Black Celebration – 1986
Easy Tiger – Exciter – 2001
Enjoy the Silence – Violator – 1990
Eternal – Spirit – 2017
Everything Counts – Construction Time Again – 1983
Everything Counts (Reprise) – Construction Time Again – 1983
Fail – Spirit – 2017
Fail (Cinematic cut) – Spirit – 2017
Fly on the Windscreen – Final – Black Celebration – 1986
Fragile Tension – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Freelove – Exciter – 2001
Freestate – Ultra – 1997
Get Right with Me – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Ghosts Again – Memento Mori – 2023
Going Backwards – Spirit – 2017
Goodbye – Delta Machine – 2013
Goodnight Lovers – Exciter – 2001
Halo – Violator – 1990
Happens All the Time – Delta Machine – 2013
Heaven – Delta Machine – 2013
Here Is the House – Black Celebration – 1986
Higher Love – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Hole to Feed – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Home – Ultra – 1997
Ice Machine – Speak & Spell – 1981
I Feel Loved – Exciter – 2001
I Feel You – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
I Feel You (Life’s Too Short mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
If You Want – Some Great Reward – 1984
I Sometimes Wish I Was Dead – Speak & Spell – 1981
In Chains – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Insight – Ultra – 1997
In Sympathy – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Introspectre – Playing the Angel – 2005
In Your Room – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
In Your Room (Apex mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
In Your Room (Zephyr mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
It Doesn’t Matter – Some Great Reward – 1984
It Doesn’t Matter Two – Black Celebration – 1986
It’s No Good – Ultra – 1997
I Want It All – Playing the Angel – 2005
I Want You Now – Music for the Masses – 1987
Jazz Thieves – Ultra – 1997
Jezebel – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
John the Revelator – Playing the Angel – 2005
Judas – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Junior Painkiller – Ultra – 1997
Just Can’t Get Enough – Speak & Spell – 1981
Just Can’t Get Enough (Schizo mix) – Speak & Spell – 1981
The Landscape Is Changing – Construction Time Again – 1983
Leave in Silence – A Broken Frame – 1982
Lie to Me – Some Great Reward – 1984
Lilian – Playing the Angel – 2005
Little 15 – Music for the Masses – 1987
Little Soul – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Long Time Lie – Delta Machine – 2013
Love, in Itself – Construction Time Again – 1983
The Love Thieves – Ultra – 1997
Lovetheme – Exciter – 2001
Macro – Playing the Angel – 2005
Master and Servant – Some Great Reward – 1984
The Meaning of Love – A Broken Frame – 1982
Mercy in You – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Miles Away/The Truth Is – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Monument – A Broken Frame – 1982
More Than a Party – Construction Time Again – 1983
My Cosmos Is Mine – Memento Mori – 2023
My Favourite Stranger – Memento Mori – 2023
My Joy – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
My Joy (Slow Slide mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
My Little Universe – Delta Machine – 2013
My Secret Garden – A Broken Frame – 1982
Never Let Me Down Again – Music for the Masses – 1987
Never Let Me Down Again (Aggro Mix) – Music for the Masses – 1987
Never Let Me Go – Memento Mori – 2023
New Dress – Black Celebration – 1986
New Life – Speak & Spell – 1981
No More (This Is the Last Time) – Spirit – 2017
Nodisco – Speak & Spell – 1981
Nothing – Music for the Masses – 1987
Nothing to Fear – A Broken Frame – 1982
Nothing’s Impossible – Playing the Angel – 2005
Oh Well – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
One Caress – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
A Pain That I’m Used To – Playing the Angel – 2005
Peace – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
People Are Good – Memento Mori – 2023
People Are People – Some Great Reward – 1984
Perfect – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Personal Jesus – Violator – 1990
A Photograph of You – A Broken Frame – 1982
Photographic – Speak & Spell – 1981
Pimpf – Music for the Masses – 1987
Pipeline – Construction Time Again – 1983
Pleasure, Little Treasure (Glitter Mix) – Music for the Masses – 1987
Poison Heart – Spirit – 2017
Poison Heart (Tripped mix) – Spirit – 2017
Policy of Truth – Violator – 1990
Poorman – Spirit – 2017
Precious – Playing the Angel – 2005
Puppets – Speak & Spell – 1981
A Question of Lust – Black Celebration – 1986
A Question of Time – Black Celebration – 1986
Rush – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Sacred – Music for the Masses – 1987
Satellite – A Broken Frame – 1982
Scum – Spirit – 2017
Scum (Frenetic mix) – Spirit – 2017
Secret to the End – Delta Machine – 2013
See You – A Broken Frame – 1982
Shame – Construction Time Again – 1983
Shine – Exciter – 2001
Should Be Higher – Delta Machine – 2013
Shouldn’t Have Done That – A Broken Frame – 1982
Shout! – Speak & Spell – 1981
The Sinner in Me – Playing the Angel – 2005
Sister of Night – Ultra – 1997
Slow – Delta Machine – 2013
So Much Love – Spirit – 2017
So Much Love (Machine mix) – Spirit – 2017
Somebody – Some Great Reward – 1984
Sometimes – Black Celebration – 1986
Something to Do – Some Great Reward – 1984
Soothe My Soul – Delta Machine – 2013
Soul with Me – Memento Mori – 2023
Soft Touch/Raw Nerve – Delta Machine – 2013
Spacewalker – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
Speak to Me – Memento Mori – 2023
Stories of Old – Some Great Reward – 1984
Strangelove – Music for the Masses – 1987
Stripped – Black Celebration – 1986
Suffer Well – Playing the Angel – 2005
The Sun & the Rainfall – A Broken Frame – 1982
The Sweetest Condition – Exciter – 2001
Sweetest Perfection – Violator – 1990
The Things You Said – Music for the Masses – 1987
To Have and to Hold – Music for the Masses – 1987
To Have and to Hold (Spanish Taster) – Music for the Masses – 1987
Told You So – Construction Time Again – 1983
Tora! Tora! Tora! – Speak & Spell – 1981
Two Minute Warning – Construction Time Again – 1983
Uselink – Ultra – 1997
Useless – Ultra – 1997
Wagging Tongue – Memento Mori – 2023
Waiting for the Night – Violator – 1990
Walking in My Shoes – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Walking in My Shoes (Grungy Gonads mix) – Songs of Faith and Devotion – 1993
Welcome to My World – Delta Machine – 2013
What’s Your Name? – Speak & Spell – 1981
When the Body Speaks – Exciter – 2001
Where’s the Revolution – Spirit – 2017
World Full of Nothing – Black Celebration – 1986
World in My Eyes – Violator – 1990
The Worst Crime – Spirit – 2017
Wrong – Sounds of the Universe – 2009
You Move – Spirit – 2017