Today’s video of the day is the Depeche Mode – "Walking in My Shoes" released in 1993.
Depeche Mode released “Walking in My Shoes” in April 1993 at a critical moment in their career. The band formed in Basildon in 1980 and rose through synth-pop innovation. Early albums like Speak & Spell and Construction Time Again defined their electronic identity. However, the group evolved toward darker themes with Black Celebration and Violator. By the early 1990s, Depeche Mode embraced a heavier, more spiritual tone. That shift reached its peak on Songs of Faith and Devotion, their eighth studio album.
“Walking in My Shoes” appears early on Songs of Faith and Devotion and sets its emotional core. Martin L. Gore wrote the song with empathy and reflection in mind. The lyrics ask listeners to withhold judgment and seek understanding. Musically, the track blends distorted piano, layered samples, and live drums. This sound marked a bold step away from pure synth-pop. Instead, it connected to the raw textures heard later on Ultra. As a result, the song bridges their electronic past with a more organic future.
Anton Corbijn directed the video and delivered one of the band’s most striking visuals. The imagery draws from Dante’s Inferno and explores guilt, temptation, and redemption. Band members appear as symbolic figures moving through surreal landscapes. These visuals match the album’s spiritual weight and inner conflict. Moreover, the video strengthened Depeche Mode’s long collaboration with Corbijn. “Walking in My Shoes” remains a live favorite and a fan touchstone. It reflects the band’s willingness to confront flaws while pushing their sound forward.
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