A Question of Time

Depeche Mode

About A Question of Time

"A Question of Time" is Depeche Mode's seventeenth UK single, released on 11 August 1986, following the similarly titled "A Question of Lust" single. The 7" remix of "A Question of Time" runs at a slightly faster tempo and pitch than the original Black Celebration album version. A version of the remix with an even faster tempo appeared on The Singles 86–98. There is no new track for a B-side (the first Depeche Mode single, other than the Double A-Side "Blasphemous Rumours / Somebody" without one), but instead includes a remix of "Black Celebration" and various live tracks. The "New Town Remix" directly segues into the "Live Remix" on the limited 12" single. The music video for "A Question of Time" is the first DM video to be directed by Anton Corbijn, and was the start of a relationship with him and the band which still lasts to this day. It was included on the Strange video, The Videos 86-98, the DVD of The Best of Depeche Mode Volume 1 and on Video Singles Collection. 


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I've got to get to you first
Before they do
It's just a question of time
Before they lay their hands on you
And make you just like the rest
I've got to get to you first
It's just a question of time

Well now you're only fifteen
And you look good
I'll take you under my wing
Somebody should
They've persuasive ways
And you'll believe what they say
It's just a question of time
It's running out for you
It won't be long until you'll do
Exactly what they want you to

I can see them now
Hanging around
To mess you up
To strip you down
And have their fun
With my little one

It's just a question of time
It's running out for you
It won't be long until you'll do
Exactly what they want you to

Sometimes i don't blame them
For wanting you
You look good
And they need something to do
Until i look at you
And then i condemn them
I know my kind
What goes on in our minds

It's just a question of time
It should be better
It's just a question of time
It should be better with you
It's just a question of time

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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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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"A Question of Time" is part of Depeche Mode's fifth studio album, "Black Celebration," which was released in 1986.
Release Date
As a single, "A Question of Time" was released on August 11, 1986.
Music Video Classification
A music video was created for the song, which was the first one directed by Anton Corbijn, who would proceed to direct many more for the band.
Song Composition
The track was written by the band's primary songwriter, Martin Gore.
Chart Performance
"A Question of Time" reached number 17 on the UK singles chart.
Song Theme
The lyrics hold a dark theme, exploring the sinister interest an older man has for a younger girl, which is perceived as grooming.
Remixed Version
A remix of "A Question of Time" was featured on the album; it is notable for being the first remix by the band member Alan Wilder.
Genre Classification
The track is classified under synth-pop and new wave genres.
Live Performances
"A Question of Time" has become one of Depeche Mode's staple tracks during their live performances.
B-Side Track
The single's B-side track is "Black Celebration" (live).

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