Everything Counts (Live)
Depeche Mode · The Singles 86>98
The handshake seals the contract
From the contract there's no turning back
The turning point of a career
In Korea being insincere
The holiday was fun-packed
The contract, still intact
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
It's a competitive world
Everything counts in large amounts
The graph on the wall
Tells the story of it all
Picture it now see just how
The lies and deceit gained a little more power
Confidence - taken in
By a suntan and a grin
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
It's a competitive world
Everything counts in large amounts
The grabbing hands grab all they can
Everything counts in large amounts
From the contract there's no turning back
The turning point of a career
In Korea being insincere
The holiday was fun-packed
The contract, still intact
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
It's a competitive world
Everything counts in large amounts
The graph on the wall
Tells the story of it all
Picture it now see just how
The lies and deceit gained a little more power
Confidence - taken in
By a suntan and a grin
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
The grabbing hands grab all they can
All for themselves - after all
It's a competitive world
Everything counts in large amounts
The grabbing hands grab all they can
Everything counts in large amounts
Everything Counts (Live)
Depeche Mode's "Everything Counts" stands as a defining anthem of the synth-pop era, originally released on their 1998 compilation "The Singles 86>98." The track exemplifies the band's signature blend of electronic textures and emotive vocals, capturing the reflective mood characteristic of their late-1980s and 1990s discography. Often performed live, the song highlights Martin Gore's songwriting prowess and the group's ability to craft atmospheric soundscapes that resonate across generations. Its enduring popularity underscores its status as a staple within the band's catalog, representing a pivotal moment in the evolution of electronic music and the enduring legacy of their work.