Freelove
Depeche Mode
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If you've been hiding from love If you've been hiding from love I can understand where you're coming from I can understand where you're coming from If you've suffered enough If you've suffered enough I can understand what you're thinking of I can see the pain that you're frightened of And I'm only here To bring you free love Let's make it clear That this is free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love I've been running like you I've been running like you Now you understand why I'm running scared Now you understand why I'm running scared I've been searching for truth I've been searching for truth And I haven't been getting anywhere No, I haven't been getting anywhere And I'm only here To bring you free love Let's make it clear That this is free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love Hey, girl You've got to take this moment Then let it slip away Let go of complicated feelings Then there's no price to pay We've been running from love We've been running from love And we don't know what we're doing here No, we don't know what we're doing here We're only here Sharing our free love Let's make it clear That this is free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love No hidden catch No strings attached Just free love
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Written by: Martin Gore
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11 facts about this song
Release and Album"Freelove" is a song by English electronic music band Depeorge Mode. It was released in November 2001 as the third single from their tenth studio album, "Exciter" (Record Label: Mute Records).
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SongwriterLike the majority of their songs, "Freelove" was written by Martin Gore, the primary songwriter for Depeche Mode.
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Chart PerformanceThe song scored reasonably well in the charts, reaching number 19 in the UK Singles Chart. It also climbed the charts in Germany, where it peaked at number 4.
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Video DirectionRenowned video director John Hillcoat directed the music video for "Freelove". Hillcoat has worked with artists like Bob Dylan and Nick Cave in his career.
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GenreDepeche Mode is known for their electronic music genre, and "Freelove" is no exception with its futuristic beats and synth-driven melody.
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Lyrics and ThemeThe track's lyrics are about unrequited love and the wish for the beloved to feel the same way, a recurring theme in many of Depeche Mode's songs.
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VocalsLead vocalist Dave Gahan delivers the song with his signature suave and deep-toned voice, which is a notable element of "Freelove."
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Autobiographical Undertones"Freelove" was written at a time when Dave Gahan was dealing with drug addiction and recovery issues, adding a layer of depth and emotional resonance to the song.
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Live Performance"Freelove" was performed during the "Exciter Tour". The live version of the song includes a longer intro and outro, adding a different element to the experience.
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Remix"Freelove" has been remixed several times, with notable versions from DJ Muggs, Flood, and the German duo Schiller. The Flood mix is slower and softer, while the Schiller mix adds a dance beat to it.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well-received by critics, who praised its melodious beat, emotive lyrics, and Gahan's powerful vocals.
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