Hole to Feed
Depeche Mode
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We are here, we can love We share something I'm sure that you'll mean the world to me When you get, what you need It's no way of knowing What you get is another hole to feed Your name was the one that was always chosen Your words and the kindness that set me free Words can leave you broken inside You'll have to decide I'm hanging onto my pride We are here, we can love We share something I'm sure that you'll mean the world to me The shame as a hole that has kept us frozen You open my eyes to the world I could believe This world has left me broken inside I'll have to decide I'm hanging onto my pride Words can leave you broken inside You'll have to decide I'm hanging onto my pride We are here This world can leave you broken inside I'll have to decide I'm hanging onto my pride We are here, we can love We share something I'm sure that you'll mean the world to me The shame as a hole that has kept us frozen You open my eyes to the world I could believe
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Written by: Christian Eigner, David Gahan, Andrew Phillpott
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Hole to Feed" is by Depeche Mode, a British electronic music band formed in 1980.
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Album DetailsThe song is from the band's twelfth studio album, "Sounds of the Universe".
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Release DateThe song was released on 17th August 2009, as the album's third single.
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Songwriters"Hole to Feed" was written by the band's member Dave Gahan along with Christian Eigner, and Andrew Phillpott.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised its electronic sound and Gahan's powerful vocals.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hole to Feed" was directed by Eric Wareheim, previously known for his work on the television show "Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job."
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Unique NatureThe song is particularly unique as Depeche Mode rarely releases a Dave Gahan’s song as a single.
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Controversial VideoThe music video is slightly controversial due to its imagery which includes multiple mouths coming together to form one, large mouth. It’s been seen as a commentary on society's unending hunger and desire.
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Chart RankingsWhile it did not make a significant impact on the UK Singles Chart, "Hole to Feed" did well in Spain where it reached number one on the Spanish Singles Chart.
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Live PerformancesThe song was also part of the setlist during Depeche Mode's Tour of the Universe, where it was regularly performed.
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