A Question of Lust

Depeche Mode

About A Question of Lust

"A Question of Lust" is Depeche Mode's sixteenth UK single, released on 14 April 1986. It is the second Depeche Mode single with Martin Gore on lead vocals, after "Somebody", and the first to be released in its own right. However, the 12" single was released as a double A-side with "A Question of Time" in the US, like "Somebody". The single hit number 28 in the UK single charts. In West Germany, the single became a top ten hit on the sales chart.


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1986
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Fragile
Like a baby in your arms
Be gentle with me
I'd never willingly do you harm 

Apologies
Are all you seem to get from me
But just like a child
You make me smile when you care for me
And you know 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together 

Independence
Is still important for us though (we realize)
It's easy to make
The stupid mistake
Of letting go (do you know what I mean?) 

My weaknesses
You know each and every one (it frightens me)
But I need to drink more than you seem to think
Before I'm anyone's
And you know 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together 

Kiss me goodbye
When I'm on my own
But you know that I'd rather be home 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together 

It's a question of lust
It's a question of trust
It's a question of not letting what we've built up
Crumble to dust
It is all of these things and more
That keep us together

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Depeche Mode

Depeche Mode ( /dɨˈpɛʃ/) are an English electronic music band formed in 1980 in Basildon, Essex. The group's original line-up consisted of Dave Gahan (lead vocals, occasional songwriter since 2005), Martin Gore (keyboards, guitar, vocals, chief songwriter after 1981), Andy Fletcher (keyboards) and Vince Clarke (keyboards, chief songwriter 1980–81). Clarke left the band after the release of their 1981 debut album, Speak & Spell, and was replaced by Alan Wilder (keyboards, drums, occasional songwriter) with Gore taking over songwriting. Wilder left the band in 1995; Gahan, Gore, and Fletcher have since continued as a trio. more »

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Written by: Martin Gore

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Release Information
"A Question of Lust" is a song from the English electronic music group Depeche Mode. It was released as the second single from their fifth studio album, "Black Celebration," in 1986.
Lead Singer
Unlike most songs by Depeche Mode where Dave Gahan is the lead vocalist, "A Question of Lust" features Martin Gore on lead vocals. Martin Gore is the primary songwriter of the group but only occasionally serves as the lead singer.
Chart Performance
The song did not perform as well commercially as some of Depeche Mode's other big hits, but it still achieved moderate success. It reached number 28 in the UK Singles Chart and number 8 in the Swedish Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "A Question of Lust" is a low-key affair compared to some of the band's more cinematic offerings. It features a down-to-earth performance by the band members, encapsulating the dark and melancholic feel of the song.
Song Meaning
The lyrics of "A Question of Lust" explores themes of love and desire, which could be interpreted as desire that is not yet fulfilled, making it a reflection of lust. However, the song's lyrics are open-ended enough for differing interpretations.
Influence
The song's brooding synth-pop sound has been influential, inspiring a number of electronic and alternative music artists in the years since its release.
Cover Versions
Notably, the song has been covered by bands such as Goldfrapp and Nouvelle Vague, shining a new light on its lyrics and style.
Use in Popular Culture
Over the years, "A Question of Lust" has been used in various films and TV shows, establishing the song's cultural legacy.
Live Performances
The song is occasionally performed live by the band, usually featuring Martin Gore on vocals. The live renditions of the song often enhance the raw emotion and sentiment in the lyrics.
Innovation
"A Question of Lust" was one of the first songs to showcase Depeche Mode's developing sound, combining brooding synthesizers with emotionally rich lyrics that set them apart from other electronic music bands of the time.

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