Depeche Mode "People Are People"

While "Personal Jesus" was the song that made me fall in love with Depeche Mode, in the Spring and Summer of 1984 little Michael heard a song that he liked called "People Are People."

Mind you, I was only 10 years old, so at that point I mostly listened to the pop stations on the radio, or whatever station my parents had playing, either at home or in the car. Agin, that was mostly pop if my mom was listening to anything, and oldies (most Motown) if my dad was playing music.

But even at such a young age this song made an impact on me. Enough so that when my friend, Matt, received 101 for Christman in 1989, I asked to borrow his tapes because I remembered liking "People Are People" back when I was a kid, a whole five years previous.

So while "Personal Jesus" is the song that grabbed a hold of me, and really, never let go, "People Are People" was the song that started my affinity for Depeche Mode, I just did not realize it when I was 10.

I know the band isn't keen on playing this live anymore, but it will always hold a special place in my heart.

I've included the live version from 101 as that's what pulled me back in. 

Enjoy!