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Only When I Lose Myself

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This CD single is very good, no doubt about it. The song Surrender almost killed me, that's how good I think it is. Yet the title song isn't quite as good as the Ultra stuff, although it's not a bad song. The instrumental track isn't too bad, but instrumentals can't interest me too much, they never do. I need lyrics and voices. Surrender should have been the A-side, no doubt about it. I can't wait for a new album, which will hopefully be released before 2000...let's now hope the third world war will come a little later...what about never, than we'll have many more beautiful albums

"it's Only when I lose myself in some one else,that I find myself." Who else could say that so well besides DM?Nobody.This may be a new song,but I must say it's a classic in my muzik collection.And not just for "OWILM" but for the b-side "Surrender" it must be the most passion-flavouring songs i've ever heard come out of David's voice.If you don't buy it for the great mixes of "OWILM" but it for "Surrender",you will be satisfied.

This single was long forthcoming and is well worth the wait. Since the last album, Depeche Mode have turned their direction to melodious, soft tunes, which have brought great, undeserved criticism from some of their old fans. "Only when I loose myself" is a typical Depeche Mode track with noisy synths and heavy bassline, but definetly modernized by their softer tunes. The lyrics are introverted, similar to "Somebody" and "Shake the disease", and Dave Gahan's voice carries its message beautifully. Sadly, thou, there is no new great Album to accompany this single, but just a Greatest Hits compilation. Personally, this single is the greatest single for me since "Never let me down again" in 1987. I guess, we've all grown up since :-) If you are a fan, it's a must have. If you are just getting into the group's music it's a prime candidate. if you love pop, you should not miss it. 6 stars, if I could :-)

This is a CD I can't seem to take out of my car!!! I must have listened to it a hundred times. The title song relaxes me and clears my mind, something I need every now and then. The lyrics to the title song are so passionate. They truly tell how powerful attraction can be for another person. Excellent!!!

Only When I Lose Myself is a great song, which should have been on an album. In fact, it would have been the highlight of Ultra. But instead it was tossed on a single as an afterthought. This song is sexy and sensual, as is expected of Depeche Mode. Dave Gahan's voice on this track is beautiful, especially when he hits the word 'heaven'.

As amazing as this single is, the real treat is Surrender, which, without a doubt, should have been on an album. It would have been right at home on albums like Violator and Songs Of Faith And Devotion, and could have easily been the standout of Ultra and Exciter. This is as sexy as any Depeche Mode song, and I think those who like World In My Eyes will love this song. The music is bluesy and throbs under your skin, and the bassline is superb. This CD is worth it for this song alone, which is bound to become a DM classic.

But that's not all you're getting. There's two remixes of OWILM, the Dan The Automator remix being the best (the music is barer, and Dave's voice really shines here because of it). There's also Headstar, an instrumental, which is one of the better DM instrumentals, as well as a remix of it.

This is an outstanding CD and, overall, easily one of the best DM singles out there.

Depeche Mode outdo themselves on this single. Dan the Automator begins the CD with a fine hip-hop sound to "Only When I Lose Myself." "Headstar" and "Surrender" are excellent tracks, and should have been A sides. While many singles are generally weak compilations with incomplete remixes, DM gets fine help on this single. Well worth the money!

All the songs here are at least worth listening to, but it's "Surrender" that makes this single a must-have. It is a gorgeous song, sexy and slinky, powerful... I can't say enough good things about this song. The first time I listened to it, I was stunned--not because I was shocked that DM could make a song like this but because it wasn't included on Ultra. This is definitely one of my Top Ten favorite Mode songs of all time. It's a shame more people probably won't hear it because it's on a single. If you liked "Freelove", "When the Body Speaks", or "Breathe" off their new album, Exciter, then this song will also move you. It has a similar torchsong intensity, but is possibly even more sensual than the newer songs.

While many singles are awful attempt at generic dance tunes, this one hardly goes that route. Instead, the original mixes and remixes on this album seem to be an attempt at taking the listener to another world. Much of the sound is somewhat dark and moody, but certainly not as dark as some of DM's more recent work. At times, it is hard NOT to listen.

I wondered why "Surrender" was not a A side song. It would have fit in on their latest album. "Headstar" original mix was very good as well, typical DM sound with an edge of urgency. Overall, the single is very much worth the money.

I bought this CD, after reading many positive views by amazon reviewers.

I have to say I am a bit disappointed with "Only When I Lose Myself." I dont know what it is about the song I dont like, I cant put my finger on it. If I had to say at this moment what it was it would be the background music. The words are beautiful!

Even better yet this CD Single offers "Surrender" Awesome song! Should have been on the A Side or even an album! If you going to buy this CD it is worth it in $$ alone for Surrender! Heavenly Surrender Once Again, Yeah!

Buy it !!! Fantastic song. It's so deep , so dark, it seems to talk about Dave's life. Better than any other track from ULTRA.