We start with an obvious one, but it's a classic. In 1989, Depeche Mode released this single from their then-upcoming album 'Violator', which went on to become a fan favourite. At the time, the band's ...

In 1989, the electronic music band Depeche Mode had their biggest hit: “Personal Jesus.” It sounded like a sardonic twist on authentic faith, musing about living life “second best,” but no worries, ...

According to Martin Gore, who is cited in “Pop a la Mode” (Vol. 6, no. 4) , the songwriter for the track, “It’s a song about being a Jesus for somebody else, someone to give you hope and care. It’s ...