This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Just give me a reason, some kind of sign
I'll need a miracle to help me this time
I heard what you said and I feel the same
I know in my heart that I'll have to change
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
How did we get to be this far apart?
How did we get to be this far apart?
I want to be with you, have something to share
I want to be here but I'm not there
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
And if you believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
I'll need a miracle to help me this time
I heard what you said and I feel the same
I know in my heart that I'll have to change
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
How did we get to be this far apart?
How did we get to be this far apart?
I want to be with you, have something to share
I want to be here but I'm not there
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
Even the stars look brighter tonight
Nothing's impossible
And if you believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
I still believe in love at first sight
Nothing's impossible
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I think Martin is trying to say that you don't have to expect everything out of life. You have to learn how to be independent and self assured to the thought that surprises come and go but its nothing new. Make your own life and expect nothing.
@Mode000 totally agree, love the version on music for the masses but the headcleanr rock mix version is the best version
Zen.
@xod Ironically, also the dangers of 'empty mind'.
a song true to life!
I think it means even the most planned moments of ur life may drastically change within a second without any prior notice. Or nothing at all may happen. Also not to hold hopes up to high cuz things almost never turn out the way we want them to. So expect nothing.
best part of depeche mode 101 film is when the fans on the bus dance to this song
I was just watching that and I kind of did not pay attention to the video but listened to the music. Thx.
The most underrated depeche mode song yet.
I love "Nothing". You know, I have always thought, as simple as it is, that this song could just be about being depressed. Utterly despondant and hollow. And/or the lines "What am I trying to do/What am I trying to say/I'm not trying to tell you/Anything you didn't know/When you woke up today" reinforces the feelings of low self-esteem and self worth that often accompany depression. Or it could have just been the gloomy state of mind that spurred the topics discussed in the song, which is not about being depressed, but more of what you have said, Mode000 and cheren28. I'm rather new to this band's music, so I assume you [other posters] know more about the band and their song meanings than I do. blegh, as for what I thought of this song's meaning, I'm just stating the obvious :o/
Oh come on. Why everybody is digging out too much. It's simply nihilistic song. And a very good one. There's no meaning and purpose in life. Life doesn't tell you what to do by itself. Life doesn't advertise anything. There's no set of rules telling you what to do and what to expect. Pure nihilism.
I laughed my ass of the first time I listened to it. Nevertheless it's one of Depeche Mode's best.
This songs makes me think of vampires. A vampire singing about why this town is so perfect for them. Depressing, unassuming, and oblivious.