Condemnation
Depeche Mode · Songs Of Faith And Devotion - Live
Tried
Here on the stand
With the book in my hand
Truth on my side
Accusations
Lies
Hand me my sentence
I'll show no repentance
I'll suffer with pride
If for honesty
You want apologies
I don't sympathize
If for kindness
You substitute blindness
Please open your eyes
Condemnation
Why
Because my duty
Was always to beauty
And that was my crime
Feel elation
High
To know I can trust this
Fix of injustice
Time after time
If you see purity
As immaturity
Well it's no surprise
If for kindness
You substitute blindness
Please open your eyes
Condemnation
Condemnation stands as a defining track from Depeche Mode's Songs of Faith and Devotion era, capturing the band's shift toward a darker, more aggressive sound. Originally released on the 1993 studio album, this recording showcases the group's ability to blend industrial textures with emotional intensity. The song features the distinctive interplay between Martin Gore's songwriting and the band's dynamic live performance style, which became a hallmark of their mid-nineties output. As part of a celebrated period in their discography, the track reflects the raw energy and spiritual themes that characterized their work during this time. It remains a staple in their live sets, demonstrating the enduring power of their electronic rock compositions and the depth of their musical evolution.