Pain That I'm Used To

Depeche Mode

About Pain That I'm Used To

"A Pain That I'm Used To" is a song by English electronic band Depeche Mode. It is the opening track on their eleventh studio album, Playing the Angel (2005).


Year:
2005
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I'm not sure what I'm looking for anymore
I just know that I'm harder to console
I don't see who I'm trying to be instead of me
But the key is a question of control

Can you say what you're trying to play anyway
I just pay while you're breaking all the rules
All the signs that I find have been underlined
Devils thrive on the drive that is fueled

[Chorus]
All this running around, well it's getting me down
Just give me a pain that I'm used to
I don't need to believe all the dreams you conceive
You just need to achieve something that rings true

There's a hole in your soul like an animal
With no conscience, repentance, oh no
Close your eyes, pay the price for your paradise
Devils feed on the seeds of the soul

I can't conceal what I feel, what I know is real
No mistaking the faking, I care
With a prayer in the air I will leave it there
On a note full of hope not despair

[Chorus: x2]

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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

Release specifics
"A Pain That I'm Used To" was released as the second single of Depeche Mode's album "Playing the Angel".
Chart Performance
After its release in December 2005, it reached number 15 in the UK Singles Chart, which was modestly successful compared to some of their other releases.
Remix Versions
As with many Depeche Mode songs, there are multiple remixes of "A Pain That I'm Used To", including the "Jacques Lu Cont Remix" which was the version used for the radio release.
Music Video
The music video for the song features the band in a car chase with video effects reminiscent of Japanese anime. It was directed by Uwe Flade.
Album Significance
"Playing the Angel" was the first Depeche Mode album to feature a songwriting contribution from band member Dave Gahan. However, "A Pain That I'm Used To" was written by frequent Depeche Mode songwriter, Martin Gore.
Live Performances
"A Pain That I'm Used To" has been a popular inclusion in Depeche Mode's live setlists, featured on the "Touring the Angel" and "Global Spirit Tour". The live version is often more rock-inspired than its studio counterpart.
Genre
The song is classified under the genre of Synth-pop and Alternative dance, showing Depeche Mode's fusion of electronic and guitar-driven music.
Song Length
The original song on the album "Playing the Angel" stands at 4 minutes and 11 seconds long. However, the "Jacques Lu Cont Remix" used for the single version is a bit longer at 7 minutes and 51 seconds.
Production
Depeche Mode worked with producer Ben Hillier for the creation of "A Pain That I'm Used To", who has also worked with other notable artists like Elbow and Blur. This was part of their mutual collaboration for the entire album "Playing the Angel".
Song Reception
Reviews for the song were generally positive. Critics lauded its energy and drive, and it has remained a fan favorite since its release.

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