One Caress
Depeche Mode · Songs Of Faith And Devotion
knees again
And I pray to the only one
Who has the strength
To bear the pain
To forgive all the things that
I´ve done
Oh girl
Lead me into your darknes
When this world is trying it´s
hardest
To leave me unimpressed
Just one caress
From you and I´m blessed
When you´ve think tried
every road
Every avenue
Take one more look
At what you found old
And in it you´ll find
something new
Oh girl
Lead me into your darknes
When this world is trying it´s
hardest
To leave me unimpressed
Just one caress
From you and I´m blessed
I´m shying from the light
I always loved the night
And now you offer me eternal
darkness
I have to belive that sin
Can make a better man
Well it´s the mood that I am in
That´s left us back where
we began
Oh girl
Lead me into your darknes
When this world is trying it´s
hardest
To leave me unimpressed
Just one caress
From you and I´m blessed
One Caress
Released in 1989 on Depeche Mode's landmark album Songs Of Faith And Devotion, 'One Caress' stands as a defining track of the synth-pop genre. The song features the band's signature blend of atmospheric synthesizers and driving basslines, characteristic of their late 1980s era. It explores themes of intimacy and emotional vulnerability, delivered through the distinctive vocal performance of Vince Clarke. The recording marked a pivotal moment in the group's evolution, balancing electronic innovation with organic songwriting structures that would influence countless peers and followers. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of quiet longing, cementing its place within the band's extensive catalogue of works.