| Depeche Mode – But Not Tonight Lyrics | 15 years ago |
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This has been one of my faves since 1986. The following is what I have thought it meant since I first heard it when I was 18 years old. He is crying in his amazement of being able to STOP drug use (even if it was for a short time). And the decision was HIS this time & NOT someone else influencing him (because YOU have to want to STOP). I think the “rain & being wet” signifies withdrawals…..that would explain why he can still see the “moon & stars”. He is going through withdrawals, but welcomes them this time because he really wants to STOP the drug use. My theory for the “eyes being red & mistaken for dead”, this was the turning point that helped him make the decision to STOP this time because he overdosed to the point of near death (or something as tragic). He is experiencing his senses without chemicals & now has HOPE to carry on & it feels GREAT ! My eyes well up with tears when I hear Dave's mesmerizing voice on this tune.....Enjoy the Silence... |
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