Lilian
Depeche Mode
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Oh, Lilian Look what you've done You've stripped my heart Ripped it apart In the name of fun Oh, Lilian I'm a poor man's son And precious jewels Weren't found in schools Where I came from Pain and misery Always hit the spot Knowing you can't lose What you haven't got Oh, Lilian I should have run I should have known Each dress you own Is a loaded gun Oh, Lilian Oh, Lilian I need protection I hear your voice And any choice I had is gone Oh, Lilian Once I begun I couldn't stop Till every drop Of blood was sung Pain and misery Always hit the spot Knowing you can't lose What you haven't got Oh, Lilian Look what you've done You stripped my heart Ripped it apart In the name of fun Oh, Lilian Oh, Lilian Oh, Lilian Oh, Lilian
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Written by: Martin Gore
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Lilian" is a song by British electronic music band, Depeche Mode. It was named after band member Martin Gore's daughter's nanny, as he thought her life appeared very tragic and wrote the song as more of a tribute to her.
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AlbumThe song appears on the band's 11th album, "Playing the Angel," which was released in October 2005. It is the 11th track on the album.
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CompositionThe song has a distinct, upbeat electronic sound prevalent throughout. Certain aspects of its composition, such as the bassline and synthetic strings, draw comparisons to the earlier Depeche Mode aesthetic.
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Single Release"Lilian" was never released as a single in the UK, but it had a single release in the rest of Europe in June 2006. It was the fourth and final single released from the album.
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Chart performanceDespite not being a UK single, "Lilian" charted well in other areas of Europe. It reached number 18 in Sweden, number 27 in Italy, and number 1 on the US Dance Club Songs chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Lilian" was directed by Uwe Flade, who also directed the videos for "Precious" and "A Pain That I'm Used To". It features technicolor scenes of the band performing under dramatic, shifting lights.
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Critics ReviewMany critics praised the song's technique and structure, highlighting its melodic power and the emotive vocal performance.
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Live Performances"Lilian" has been performed live by Depeche Mode during the "Touring the Angel" and the "Delta Machine Tour".
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LicensingThe song has been utilized in a variety of licensing contexts, including its use in the popular video game FIFA 06.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered this song, including Chab, whose dance cover was successful on the US Hot Dance Club Play chart.
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