Master And Servant
Depeche Mode · The Singles 81>85
We like to play you see
A game with added reality
You treat me like a dog
Get me down on my knees
We call it master and servant
We call it master and servant
It's a lot like life
This play between the sheets
With you on top and me underneath
Forget all about equality
Let's play master and servant
Let's play master and servant
It's a lot like life
And that's what's appealing
If you despise that throwaway feeling
From disposable fun
Then this is the one
Domination's the name of the game
In bed or in life
They're both just the same
Except in one you're fulfilled
At the end of the day
Let's play master and servant
Let's play master and servant
Let's play master and servant
Come on master and servant
Master And Servant
Master And Servant stands as a defining track from Depeche Mode's early synth-pop era, capturing the band's transition toward a more dynamic and rhythmic sound. Released during the mid-1980s, the recording showcases the group's signature blend of electronic textures and driving basslines that would come to characterize their extensive discography. The song reflects the thematic tensions often explored in their work, balancing melodic accessibility with a darker, more urgent production style. As part of their celebrated singles collection, it remains a testament to the band's ability to craft memorable hooks while experimenting with electronic arrangements. This track continues to resonate with listeners for its energetic performance and its role in establishing the sonic identity that propelled Depeche Mode to international prominence.