Redeem Me
Marc Almond · Other Songs - Marc Almond
Don't miss the wild depravity
Perfumes and powders in my nose
The feeling of those leather clothes
The me I was I never lost, just took a little time to see
Don't miss the places that I've been
Don't miss the people that I've seen
The making love on [Incomprehensible]
While planning revolutions, breaking resolutions
And now it all seems like a dream
There's a hammer, hear some voices singing
Bells are ringing in the still of the night
I want that music to soothe all my bruises
Turn darkness into light
I need some beauty in my life
I'm tired of trouble, tired of strive
To dig for diamonds, dive for pearls
Beauty will redeem the
Beauty will redeem the world
There were times I would've been outrageous
There were moments, it seemed too [Incomprehensible]
I danced my way through subterranean sellers
Chasing stars up alley ways
[Incomprehensible] doorways
Covered in glitter
Falling in and out of clubs and bars
It's not too far to fall to the gutter from the stars
There's a hammer, hear some voices singing
Bells are ringing in the still of the night
I want that music to soothe all my bruises
Turn darkness into light
I need some beauty in my life
I'm tired of trouble, tired of strive
To dig for diamonds, dive for pearls
Beauty will redeem me
I need some beauty in my life
I'm tired of trouble, tired of strive
To dig for diamonds, dive for pearls
Beauty will redeem the world
Beauty will redeem the world
Beauty will redeem me
Beauty will redeem me
Beauty will redeem me
Redeem me
Don't miss the me I used to be
It takes the strangest things to see
But in my heart, I'm the same man
The me I was, the me I am
Redeem Me
Marc Almond's 'Redeem Me' stands as a defining track from his early solo career, capturing the ethereal and dramatic sensibilities that characterize his work. Released during the height of his fame following his success with Soft Machine and The Human League, the song exemplifies the theatrical pop style Almond brought to the forefront in the late 1970s and early 1980s. With its soaring vocals and atmospheric production, the recording reflects the era's blend of new wave and art pop, showcasing his ability to craft emotionally resonant melodies that became central to his discography. The track remains a staple of his catalog, illustrating his unique voice and enduring influence on the genre of dramatic pop music.