People Are People
Depeche Mode · The Singles 81>85
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
So we're different colours, and we're different creeds
And different people have different needs
It's obvious you hate me, though I've done nothing wrong
I've never even met you, so what could I have done?
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
Now you're punching and you're kicking and you're shouting at me
I'm relying on your common decency
So far it hasn't surfaced, but I'm sure it exists
It just take a while to travel from your head to your fist
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand
People Are People
Released in 1981, 'People Are People' stands as a defining track in Depeche Mode's early synth-pop evolution. The song features the distinctive vocal delivery of Vince Clarke, who co-wrote and produced the recording alongside Martin Gore and the band. It serves as a pivotal moment in their discography, showcasing the group's signature blend of electronic instrumentation and emotive songwriting that would characterize their subsequent work. The track was included on 'The Singles 81>85', a compilation that highlighted their breakthrough period. Its enduring appeal lies in its atmospheric production and the way it established the sonic template for modern electronic music, influencing countless artists who followed. The song remains a staple of their catalog, often performed live to demonstrate the band's commitment to their original artistic vision.