I Sometimes Wish I Was Dead
Depeche Mode · Speak & Spell
New sound all around
You can hear it too
Getting hot, never stop
Just for me and you
Playing on my radio and saying that you had to go
New day turn away
Wipe away the tear
New night, feel right
Knowing that you're here
Dancing with you all the time, and don't you think that it's a crime
Back street never meet
Never say goodbye
I know where you go
But I don't know why
You say that it's from above, and I say this is modern love
You can hear it too
Getting hot, never stop
Just for me and you
Playing on my radio and saying that you had to go
New day turn away
Wipe away the tear
New night, feel right
Knowing that you're here
Dancing with you all the time, and don't you think that it's a crime
Back street never meet
Never say goodbye
I know where you go
But I don't know why
You say that it's from above, and I say this is modern love
I Sometimes Wish I Was Dead
Released on Depeche Mode's 1989 album Speak & Spell, 'I Sometimes Wish I Was Dead' stands as a defining track of the synth-pop era. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of electronic instrumentation and introspective lyricism, exploring themes of existential dread and emotional vulnerability. With its driving rhythm and haunting vocal delivery, the recording captures the melancholic yet driving energy characteristic of the late 1980s. It remains a staple of the group's discography, illustrating their ability to craft atmospheric soundscapes that resonate with listeners seeking both musical innovation and deep emotional connection.