Policy Of Truth
Depeche Mode · Violator
Should have hidden it, shouldn't you
Now you're not satisfied
With what you're being put through
It's just time to pay the price
For not listening to advice
And deciding in your youth
On the policy of truth
Things could be so different now
It used to be so civilized
You will always wonder how
It could have been if you'd only lied
It's too late to change events
It's time to face the consequence
For delivering the proof
In the policy of truth
Never again is what you swore, the time before
Never again is what you swore, the time before
Now you're standing there tongue tied
Uou'd better learn your lesson well
Hide what you have to hide
And tell what you have to tell
You'll see your problems multiplied
If you continually decide
To faithfully pursue
The policy of truth
Never again is what you swore, the time before
Policy Of Truth
Policy of Truth stands as a defining track from Depeche Mode's landmark 1990 album, Violator. Released during a period of immense commercial success, the song showcases the band's signature blend of dark synth-pop and driving electronic rhythms. The recording features the group's characteristic atmospheric textures and Martin Gore's introspective songwriting, exploring themes of honesty and vulnerability within a polished production framework. As part of an era that solidified the band's global status, the track exemplifies their ability to merge danceable beats with melancholic undertones. It remains a staple in their extensive discography, frequently performed live and celebrated for its emotional resonance and sophisticated arrangement. The song continues to represent the creative peak of the group's early nineties output, influencing countless electronic acts that followed.