STATEMENT SONG!| FIRST TIME HEARING Depeche Mode - People Are People REACTION

[@DoomMomDot]

the line "you're punching and you're kicking and you're shouting at me, but I'm relying on your common decency. So far it hasn't surfaced but I'm sure it exists, it just takes a while to travel from your head to your fist" is one of the best lines ever.

[@seanswinton6242]

Depeche Mode is the ultimate synth band!! This song is timeless and so appropriate for our times!!

[@Drumaier]

I like several bands but yeah Depeche Mode is hands down the ultimate synth band.

[@RobertSmith-js2kz]

@@Drumaier They laid the groundwork for a decade.

[@fredriknilsson6042]

​@@paultaylor9498even though they use real instruments its a stand out synthband. Many sounds that comes from a synth

[@johncaesar7761]

No!!! Krartwerk!!😉🤗

[@johncaesar7761]

And times in future.

[@lorilemley5348]

I have always loved this song. It was great in the ‘80’s and still relevant today!

[@Aryaba]

We lived it in the 80s and 90s.

[@kristineholcroft9163]

So true

[@patrickb4877]

At 73, I've listened to "new" music since the late '50s, and it seems like every 5 years I hear a song that sticks in my mind. Depeche Mode's "Personal Jesus" is one of those.

[@rockyshields9122]

Hands down my favorite Depeche Mode song. As an adopted Korean in an all white town in Missouri growing up in the 70's and 80's this song resonated so much.

[@Drumaier]

Hey one question from Argentina....when people say Korea without specifying North or South, we have to assume is south right? And if you want to talk about about North Korea you say North Korea...not Korea. Right? I really like Korean series and stuff from there.

[@bobblowhard8823]

Depeche Mode had SO MANY awesome songs! Highly recommended: Everything counts; Enjoy The Silence; But Not Tonight; Strange Love; Never Let Me Down Again; Personal Jesus; Just Can't Get Enough.

[@MSgt_0699]

But Not Tonight was the live-action concert spark that finally made me feel better about things in my life in 2005. Two messy deployments to Iraq for fake WMD and an ongoing messy divorce later, this song at a concert in Virginia had me feeling better about everything.

[@xzonia1]

I catch myself singing Personal Jesus all the time! They really do have quite the catalog. :)

[@elizabethfranco1284]

All of those songs

[@allendixon7700]

I remember Fred goes to Hollywood

[@allendixon7700]

Oh That was Frankie Frankie Frank he went to Hollywood and did I'm I was shut Shower singing without one

[@erickent3557]

Back then, this was NOT pop music. This had an edge, both in the intellectualism of the message, and in delivery of sound.

[@chrisoakley5830]

Well, it was a big hit on the pop charts. It certainly has elements of pop music to it.

[@Drumaier]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee I don't know, maybe too sophisticated to be considered "just" pop.

[@ingobordewick6480]

The genre they were a cofounder of is called "Synth POP"....... so......

[@erickent3557]

@@Drumaier My word choice of "intellectual" was very poor.

[@erickent3557]

@@ingobordewick6480 The point I'm trying to make is about the context of the times. In 1984, if folks back then were talking about "Pop" music, they were NOT talking about bands like Depeche Mode. The styles evoked by the term "Pop" back then was more like Lionel Richie, Matthew Wilder, Deniece Williams.

[@TraskSmith]

I don't know if you've already heard this story, but the reason why ZZ Top started using synthesizers in their 80s songs is because Billy Gibbons went to a Depeche Mode concert and was blown away by the sounds. He asked to meet the band afterward.

[@jackie_jrml]

That’s cool!!

[@triggerwarning5762]

So it's Depeche Mode's fault? Cool

[@stopbunsen]

Pretty sure a lot of people went to DM concerts and felt the same way. A lot of artists are fans of DM

[@julianhudson2374]

And OMD who were asked to tour with ZZ Top.

[@johnnypickens9228]

Wow 😲 never heard that story. Thanks 👍

[@davidvillalobos6377]

This was the way life was in the 80s amd 90s we all got along unlike today people just all about there feeling getting hurt not the old days we just didn't care we loved each other

[@jamesd5118]

Love this song. "It's No Good", "Never Let Me Down Again", "Everything Counts"...so much to discover.

[@vincentp149]

An anthem for the ages. Rings as true as the day it was written! "I can't understand what makes a man hate another man, help me understand."

[@seanswinton6242]

My sentiments exactly!

[@greglegakis4177]

We as people don't really hate other people. We just hate things they do, say or represent that we consider offensive or immoral.

[@vincentp149]

@@greglegakis4177 That's a justification. Martin Gore asks, "So we're different colours and we're different creeds, and different people have different needs. It's obvious you hate me though I've done nothing wrong. I've never even met you, so what could I have done?", to which you have answered, "We just hate things they do, say or represent that we consider offensive or immoral."

[@powerbadpowerbad]

@@greglegakis4177 Tell that to black citizens of america,who have been oppressed,hung,killed since they came here.

[@greglegakis4177]

@@powerbadpowerbad Ya whatever

[@rickycole6327]

Their biggest hit songs like these always make me think of the 1980s and the one time phenomenon MTV

[@mkmstillstackin]

For me and my buddies, this was probably THE top anthem song of our teenage years. We even had a garage synth band where we tried to mimic sounds like DM' and similar bands. Thanks for doing this!.....Rip Andy!.....By the way, my buddies and I were all black American, but, none of us cared that D-mode were white and British, as the song implies.

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

Another black dude who was in Bands here!! I grew up in a mostly white area but went to school with just about every color and creed and just loved people! I had so many different friends to enjoy! This needs to be revived as our Anthem in this world.. And yes, Depeche was definately an inluence for us too until the Grunge Era hit.

[@mkmstillstackin]

@@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary good stuff! grunge no doubt changed the game.

[@janinebedfordl]

But do you know the weird thing? Martin Gore was less white and British than everybody (himself included) thought. He found out about seven years after this came out that his father was an African-American dude, a GI who was stationed in England for a few years

[@mkmstillstackin]

@@janinebedfordl Holly Cow, how interesting. No, I never heard any of this before. We always joked about my one buddy being a David Gahan doubleganger despite being a different color. But who knew he might possibly have shared more lineage with Gore rather than Gahan. Lol Thanks for that info.

[@csn10]

@@janinebedfordl I was just about to make this comment, and add that Dave Gahan's (vocals) dad is Malaysian.

[@hellokimmy68]

Even though the band is now down to just Dave, the lead singer and Martin, the blond guy who sings backup and provides keyboards, (and is the primary songwriter) they are still going after all these years. I've loved them for 40 years and FINALLY get to see them in NYC next month! My favorite band in the world. Thanks so much for getting back to them.

[@Agg1E91]

"I can't understand what makes a man hate another man..." I find that verse, and the way it's delivered, comes to mind more and more lately. So sad.

[@Spiderific]

I get so freaking excited when I see a new Depeche Mode reaction. I grew up with this band. They were awesome in the club, but they also helped me get through my teen and college years. Their whole catalogue is fantastic. ✌️

[@rickmclaughlin9710]

This was the song that made me fan of Depeche Mode in the 80s. The message is so strong and clear. It was great growing up in the generation right after the civil rights movement. We benefitting because no one cared about if someone looked or acted different. This was a great time of healing that lasted until about 2020. Unfortunately, then certain idealistic and political groups started creating division. Instead of embracing how our differences can unite us, they instead fuel hatred and resentment by pushing equity over equality. We need more people to stand up and say you can not tell me who to love and hate (not that we should hate anyone.) Sorry not trying to preach politics, just never expected to see us regress backwards in my life, I just hope I life long enough to see a rehealing where we all realize "People are People."

[@angusd1234]

Can't believe this song is 40 years old & still kickin' it! Trailblazing 80s band. Gem in music history. Up there with New Order. Unique sounds created, by hitting glass jars with rocks, random metal objects and strings. Deep, meaningful lyrics. Visionary Artistic Genius.

[@talon8537]

This song was my first exposure to Depeche Mode. Never in a million yrs would have guessed that I was a ticket holder in the audience at Texas Stadium just 6yrs later

[@dionbram]

This sums up the 80s/90s mentality perfectly. We were taught this in school and this song is just its musical representation. We need to go back to that.

[@tinkler4]

This song actually got me into Depeche Mode. The different sounds the beat and the message, that still exist today. Amazing 80’s classic!

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you will Love their "Everything Counts"!!! The band is still going strong.

[@kevinashby291]

Has a great video to it too, shot in Berlin during the Cold War before the Berlin Wall was teared down.

[@michaelb4103]

💯

[@wompa70]

Love you guys. It’s sad to me how many of my fellow GenXers have forgotten that “people are people.”

[@stopbunsen]

Agree. So much hate around these days

[@AnnahRoberts76]

As a GenXer myself I agree 💯

[@chrisleneil]

Co-Signed from another GenXer!

[@Michelle-gf9bu]

I slept outside of Ticket Master back in the day to see these guys! Their music is a double edged sword, you can either relax and meditate or dance your butt off!!

[@Kim-dm4yb]

This is definitely my favorite song from Depeche Mode. Still relevant today, even more than ever!! Wow this brings back so many memories! I'm so lucky to have grown up in the 80s, I feel it was the best time for music (well 70s and 90s were awesome too, but growing up in the 80s was just a special time). 💜❤✌🏻

[@jacqueline4514]

YES!!!! This was Depeche Mode’s first US hit; then you have to hear songs from their “Music For The Masses” album; “Strangelove” (there’s a club banger version) Never Let Me Down Again”, “Behind The Wheel”. Was blessed to see them twice in concert; 88 and circa 95, and going to see them this year at Madison Square Garden or Philly ❤

[@mikemorris8748]

I had forgotten about this song over the many many years. This song should be made extremely popular again now.

[@markbermudez8067]

Been on this channel since Jay’s solo days and have NEVER commented! This is my top song of the 80’s, the era I grew up in. HUGE dance/club banger! Love the channel.

[@NOLAgenX]

DM have stood the test of time. Still putting out new music (just last month) and still touring. Thanks for another reaction of them!

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

This was my Coming Out Of High School Song!! Great Classic that helped kick off the Awesome Big 80s!!

[@nathanclarke2777]

This song is still needed! This is from the early 80's and we need to get it through our heads cause we are all brothers and sisters of each other!

[@andymageen5308]

So much truth in this song. If we could only realize the reality that we are simply one species, human, and that’s the end of the story. ✌️

[@armynurseboy]

​@stickman and humans are hard wired to be tribal.

[@mosesruiz9813]

Depeche Mode will be touring!!! You guys need to check out songs "Enjoy The Silence" and my all time favorite "Strangelove".

[@disconnexionsdotcom]

@@armynurseboy People even fight amongst people in their own tribe or culture.. it's crazy.

[@hp9697]

Policy of Truth!

[@sadfaery]

I love this band, I love this song, and it's always a joy to see Depeche Mode reactions.

[@petercourtien4581]

One of my top 5 favorite bands. I’ve seen them live 4 times. Amazing concerts. 😎❤️

[@darrenandrews9812]

Vince Clarke went to the same school as me in Laindon Essex England Dave gahan went to barstable school Basildon just around the corner followed depeche mode since their first album speak and spell.

[@arthurplane9682]

Favorite Song by them! Strip the music away, and you get a Powerful Poem Univerally Relevant to every age! Thanks!!! Luv Ya Guys!

[@sazguest]

Equally impactful today as 40 odd years ago ❤😢

[@jay-bt2lu]

my favourite band, hands down. their evolution has been extraordinary. lose their primary lyricist after their first album. martin gore picks up the ball and runs with it. their experiment in the mid 80s to find their sound. they got darker and, in my opinion, their best era. songs like 'blasphemous rumours', 'black celebration', 'stripped', 'never let me down', 'behind the wheel'. then the break out with the album violator. 'enjoy the silence', 'policy of truth', 'personal jesus'. they are still making music today with a new release called 'ghosts again'. this bring me back to their early 90s sound. all around an amazing, ever evolving band!

[@csn10]

Ministry's Everyday is Halloween, also from 1984, shares a simiilar message and even more experimental synth effects that will blow you away. I'm saying this as a huge Depeche Mode fan!

[@csn10]

Oh, and please go down the Echo & the Bunnymen rabitt hole (or bunny hole I guess). They won't disappoint, especially Live from the Royal Albert Hall 1984: Never Stop, With a Hip, Crocodiles, No Dark Things... and studio versions of The Killling Moon, Bring on the Dancing Horses, Lips like Sugar

[@greglegakis4177]

If you're going to request Ministry then it's got to be "Revenge" and "Effigy" that come first. Those two were arguably their best, most mainstream songs.

[@csn10]

@@greglegakis4177 I can 't argue with those great suggestions... on the typo as well :) Can't wait for Jay to discover the other side of Ministry as well: N.W.O, Stigmata, Jesus built my hot rod...

[@MSgt_0699]

My band of life has always been Depeche Mode. Grew up on them in the 1980s, supported their bad records of late, and heading to their probably last concert this November in Denver for their latest and maybe last album. LOVE my band.

[@emilywilhite5807]

Man I wish I could see that show. I’ve only seen them once (early 90s) but they aren’t coming anywhere near me.

[@MSgt_0699]

@@emilywilhite5807 Seen them in Virginia, got screwed in L.A., Texas, Denver, and soon in Denver again, over the last 17 years. My wife refuses to let me miss a concert. "Just Can't Get Enough."

[@orcoastgal]

Yessss finally! I knew you'd like this one. Back in the day, they called them 'industrial' ... I'm sure you can see why.

[@fabian4ever69]

Awesome song by an awesome band!!! They were VERY POPULAR when I was in college in the late 80s and early 90s.

[@luckymandran]

YES!!!! You made me so happy posting this today! Great band! Great song! Greater message!

[@amandagarten9793]

LOOOOOVE DEPECHE MODE!! ... now why has it just now occurred to me that you haven't reacted to any Within Temptation? They're more current, but all of their songs *especially their newest one Dont Pray For Me* are phenomenal. Angels, Somewhere, All I Need, The Truth Beneath The Rose, Mother Earth, and soooooo much more!!!! I saw you guys reacted to a Nightwish song a couple years ago, so i figured that you wouldn't mind looking into Within Temptation. Love your reactions!! ok i'll go now

[@dawnngray278]

Showing my age 😂..discovered…this band on MTV..could only buy their album in the import section at the record shop…amazing discography.!

[@herobreaker9011]

Fantastic reaction -- keep going down that rabbit hole! Next up for Depeche Mode: "Never Let Me Down Again", "In Your Room", "Somebody", "Everything Counts" -- and I'm SHOCKED you have not yet reacted to one of their best songs "Personal Jesus"!!

[@philvallee645]

@Eric Kent you are so right. When this came out, you could only buy it as an import in North America and you definitely had to be into British New Wave to have even heard of them in the early 80s. Their sound was poppy in their early days but got darker and more atmospheric as time went on. An iconic group that epitomize the 80s for me.

[@domn1c]

This group was the shiznit when I was growing up. So poignant with this message that everyone in the world should relate to even in this very day. Thanks for reacting to this iconic song and equality anthem 🤗

[@mauricecohen3830]

Depeche Mode has been making music for over 40 years and still going strong. Their newest album comes out this month. Ghost again is the first single and is great.

[@mokumboi19]

I knew you two would love this song. My favorite Depeche Mode song is Never Let Me Down Again, a total banger.

[@retroreactions....]

YES! More DM again!...my all time favorite band since 1987 when I was 12...thanks for that....As many here are stating, Blasphemous Rumours and Somebody are the way to go next....Somebody will make Amber melt I'm certain!

[@LeahT6317]

Now you need to listen to "Strange Love" It's another track with that hard techno club drum sound! I use to play both "People or People" and "Strange Love" in the dance and R&B clubs because both had killer drums and that driving synth bass! Back in the day they use to release several versions so they could be played in all clubs case in point listen to "Strange Love" then listen to "Strange Love 88" or "Strange Love blind mix" there was even a Pain remix.The great thing about the 80's you got a wide range of remixes. Not many people know groups like Bananarama and Robert Palmer release new jack swing versions of their songs!

[@bethshadid2087]

This should be the anthem of the world. Great song 🤗

[@finndog67]

Mine and my wife's favorite band (although she's also a huge Duran Duran fan) are wedding song is "somebody" from this group and is a great song

[@ValentinasWatching]

This is actually one of my favorite Depeche Mode songs. Such a great message 💕

[@michelesturtevant4187]

So relatable for today. Haven’t heard this song in forever ❤

[@karenpower1643]

Such a relevant song - even moreso today

[@genaroperez81]

For sure one of my favorites. The entire "Violator" album is classic. My fav DM song is "Policy of Truth".

[@FlamesCagney]

Been waiting for this song. Good one. Was great to see you light up when you "Got it".

[@storiedworlds6261]

The song that introduced me to DM. It never gets old.

[@johnathandavis3693]

They recently appearred on the Colbert Show and performed "Personal Jesus", and they KILLED IT. (The video is up on YT) The guys are all in their mid-60's now, and they sounded GREAT...

[@darcyferrier775]

quintessential 80's

[@theresamariegoesplaces9688]

Sending love to everyone reading this ❤

[@paumercado19]

Woooh that 80's sound is very distinct. I've heard this played in many events and dancefloors. Ahhh those were the days when a teenager was just a teenager. Good ole days.

[@xzonia1]

Such a great song! Very 80's, too. :) Hard to believe Depeche Mode will release their 15th album in a few weeks, and they're touring this year. Well earned! X)

[@joelhahn2501]

"Personal Jesus" is tops on the very long "must hear" list of DM songs, but the next time you _need_ to feel some true romance, reach for "Somebody"--you might tear up a little, but you WILL NOT regret it!

[@salleebone1894]

Great song, great message for everyone. Thanks for playing such an influential song for the ages.

[@someoneoncesaid6978]

One of their best, from back in the early days when they were more industrial, using sampled real-world sounds to make great music. They've always been about love and inclusion, while also often having an upbeat message. Another one along the same lines is Walking In My Shoes, which was released almost 10 years later. It show how much their sound grew while still giving relatable messages.

[@CBGB_1977]

Depeche Mode has been one of my favorite bands since I was in junior high.

[@Lemons66]

Personal Jesus is my favorite Depeche Mode song

[@METerrell]

This was their first hit song in the US. One of my favorites by them is Suffer Well.

[@danrumble74]

Another great one👍 "Strange Love" may be my favorite of theirs 😎

[@jennifermorris6848]

Love this band. Love this song. In this one they created sounds and built them into the sound track. The OG sampling. My hubby and I are going to see them in April. Touring with new music.

[@jeffparadysz8057]

This came out while I was in college and was very impactful. Another similar band that you should check out is Bronski Beat-Small Town Boy, the lead singer has an amazing falsetto.

[@suzannesmith2452]

“Love is the Answer”, England Dan & John Ford Coley. Written by the awesome Todd Rundgren!!

[@jonstreng7850]

I just love the positive message of this song. I'm never going to understand why people shun people. Well said Amber!🎉

[@Jillyconjem]

I can pinpoint the moment I first heard this in 1984. It was playing on MTV in my living room, and I was in my bedroom. I had to go to the tv to see who it was. I went out and bought everything they’d done so far. I saw them for the first time in 1987, and then I saw them a ton more times through to their Tour of the Universe in 2009. This song changed my life; definitely for the better. Having DM in my life since then, I’m so thankful for them. 💜💜💜

[@steved1135]

Statement song indeed. This band was far ahead of its time in both mindset and musicianship. They quite literally changed the entire music landscape in the very early 80's. There's a vast catalogue to investigate here.

[@TheIgisas]

That's why I love them!

[@gpreactions3194]

During early April 1984, Depeche Mode managed to reach no. 4 with this track. The top ten on the week of their chart entry was: 1 - Lionel Richie - Hello 2 - The Weather Girls - It's raining men 3 - Nena - 99 red balloons 4 - Break Machine - Street dance 5 - Banarama - Robert De Niro's waiting 6 - Phil Fearon & Galaxy - What do I do 7 - Kool & The Gang - Joanna/Tonight 8 - Culture Club - It's a miracle 9 - Sade - Your love is king 10 - Nik Kershaw - Wouldn't it be good Also this week.. Van Halen -Jump Billy Joel - An innocent man Depeche Mode - People are people UB40 - Cherry O baby Wang Chung - Dance hall days Madonna - Lucky star The Thompson Twins - You take me up The Special AKA - Nelson Mandela John Lennon - Borrowed time Scritti Politti - Wood beez (Pray like Aretha Franklin) Michael Jackson - PYT (Pretty young thing) Just to add. Great reaction. Bern years since I've heard this xx

[@audracrawford8836]

One of the great techno pop groups of my day… great dance music!!

[@jasonsabbath6996]

Probably my #2 all time band behind Mettalica. They literally got me through high school and my angsty, tortured, and illness filled teen years! I listened to their music repeatedly all through the 80s and 90s!

[@josephparker4022]

Me too! (What are the odds🤪)

[@30.06onaGrassyKnoll]

god i miss the 80s and 90s...kids these days will never know how beautifully simple life was...

[@UnhandyCandy280]

@@30.06onaGrassyKnoll Now they can look it up on their phones. LOL. I see folks at shows watching all on their screens while filming it... stay at home for screens.... live children, live.

[@SharonC225]

Depeche Mode has some great songs. This song and Personal Jesus are my favorite.

[@rebeccawilson9933]

One of my all time favorites. The message is so true, unfortunately even more so now. I was just talking to a friend about this and todays world is so full of hate, hate between people that have never met.

[@meganyounger4842]

I saw them in St. Louis in 93, amazing live!

[@johnberg9497]

I saw them in Saint Petersburg, FL that same tour/year (my friends from work and I got front row!) & Saw them a 2nd time for The Sounds of the Universe tour

[@bruceborneman]

A beautiful message and my favorite song by them!

[@petoasaurus]

I've lived abroad and you guys are so right - people are the same all over. Great reaction. Love you guys.

[@leticiaworboys9927]

Man this song brings me back to highschool!! Such fun and great times!!

[@jimmyjames6267]

One of the Best bands of the 80s listen to more, they have a bunch of great music!

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I love this song, my favorite Depeche Mode song! The message is on point too! It’s one of their earlier hits (1984)!❤❤

[@johnthompson3522]

This was my introduction to them in the 80s. Loved them ever since

[@bjdefilippo447]

Great memories of enjoying their music in college. Thanks to whoever suggested them. I recommend "Somebody" and "Waiting for the Night" for their softer side, "Blasphemous Rumours" for SMH moments, and "In Your Room" when you want to crank something up to 15.

[@raythomas4812]

They re from the same town as me - Basildon - and I saw them on the train when they were travelling to London to do top of the pops - they got off a Laindon and walked past my house ...that was a long time ago ! love their music - fav is strange love

[@ThaneOfEurmal]

First DM song I ever heard, and it made me a life-long fan. Oh, "Just Can't Get Enough" was the final single to be written by founding member and keyboardist, Vince Clarke. He then went on to start Yaz (Yazoo in the UK) and Erasure - listen to Just Can't Get Enough and then Stop! or Blue Savannah. Which means it's time to get into Yaz. I'd start with Goodbye '70s.

[@danjmcs]

Such a great band and song that definitely helped set the table for the sounds of others to come. March 30th in Las Vegas! Will be the first time seeing them without Fletch on keyboards, but really looking forward to the show #RIPFletch

[@ninawildr4207]

Finally some DM!!!! Ty ty ty!!!😀

[@keetahbrough]

i discovered Depeche Mode at summer camp.. wow what an experience. Forever associated with hot summer nights and insects lol.. but People Are People was THE SONG OF THE SUMMER! xo

[@highheartwellness]

Great reaction! Fun to see you grooving to DM synth and appreciating the message. Another underrated DM song with a strong message is "Precious" about divorce and the affect it has on kids.

[@parileseadams]

My favorite DM album is: Ultra. They are older, different sound. Key songs to check out are: It's no Good and Home. Love you two!! And hell yes watch Maximum Overdrive on your movie channel! I'm Kimberly from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma ❤️

[@txheadshots]

Ok, I didn’t think I could love Amber more.. but her talk at the first break ❤️❤️❤️