DEPECHE MODE - I FEEL YOU

Released: February 15, 1993

Charted:  UK: #8   US: #37 

"I Feel You" is a song released as the 27th UK single of the band, and the first single from their 1993 eighth studio album, “Songs of Faith and Devotion”. “I Feel You” has been a staple in Depeche Mode’s live performances since its release, captivating audiences with its powerful energy and emotional resonance.

"I Feel You" is a song about the power and beauty of unconditional love. It speaks to the strength of a bond between two people, bringing them closer and deeper together with each passing moment. The lyrics describe the feeling of being embraced and taken away when the other person is around, and the joy that it brings to the relationship. It is a celebration of the love between two people and the promise of what lies ahead. This track can be interpreted as an exploration of the human condition. It delves into the innate need for connection, the way we are affected by others, and how these experiences shape our understanding of ourselves

"The whole 'Songs Of Faith And Devotion' project started off with the basic principle that we wanted to become more live, spontaneous and have a lot more performances involved. So that whole album turned out to be the rockiest that we've ever wanted to achieve. 'I Feel You' is probably the pinnacle of that and it's about the closest we're going to come to sounding like a real authentic rock band." (Martin Gore)

Dave Gahan in Rolling Stone: And then 'I Feel You' came on, while listening to Martin's demo tape: That was the moment when I looked into the mirror with the broomstick and started miming air guitar. I was ready to do something with some purpose, and suddenly things started to fall into place."