I didn’t expect us to be around after 25 years.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that Martin Gore, an English musician, was surprised that his musical group or band was still active and performing after 25 years. This implies that he didn't think the group would last that long or continue to be successful over such an extended period of time. The quote reveals that he had low expectations about the longevity of his musical career and the ability of his band to remain together and popular for a quarter of a century.
About Martin Gore
Martin Gore is a renowned English musician and songwriter who is one of the founding members of the electronic rock band Depeche Mode. He is the band’s main songwriter, guitarist, and keyboardist, and occasionally provides lead vocals. Gore is known for his flamboyant and androgynous stage persona, as well as his lyrical themes that tackle issues related to solitude, loneliness, and the human condition.
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I studied German at school. I lived in Berlin for two years and had a German girlfriend for five years, so I don’t find speaking German particularly difficult. Singing was slightly more difficult.
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There haven’t been many credible electronic covers records.
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I lead two totally separate lives. There are times when I have to slip into rock star mode.
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I tend to like songs that are very emotional, that strike a chord with me emotionally.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
Music is really all about experimentation and lots of trial and error. It’s just mind-numbingly boring until you hit on something that works well.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
Our music over the years has been very cinematic. It’s surprising we never really got into film soundtracks.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
Record covers helped me discover a lot of music that I wasn’t aware of.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I wasn’t ever a massive David Essex fan, but I liked a few of his tracks, and Stardust was one of them.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I always hate explaining away songs, because for me they mean something, and for other people, they’ll mean something absolutely different.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
The majority of the time I’m at home with my family, I play football three times a week.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
Anything that I write comes from the soul.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I didn’t write songs for a very long time.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I will be the focal point for however long I decide to play. Half of me likes that idea and half of me doesn’t, but once the adrenaline kicks in, I’ll probably really enjoy it.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
Once I’d chosen the songs, it seemed like it would just be a question then of recording them. But it’s a case of trying to re-invent the songs; taking them in different directions.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I’m not particularly prolific.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I didn’t expect us to be around after 25 years.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
There are definite reference points to older Depeche Mode records.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I like their darkness but I also like the pop-side of the Velvet Underground.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I don’t write poems and put them to music. Just let things flow.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
When people meet me I think they’re surprised to find out I’m not always angst-ridden.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I sit down and create atmospheres, start playing guitar or piano and just sing whatever comes out of my mouth.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
I do a cover of a Velvet Underground song, and they were one of the most important bands, for me.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
It creates a conflict of interest – what songs would I use for me, and what would I use for the band.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode
People are People still gets played to death on ’80s stations. It was our first big break in America. It’s not exactly my favorite song.
English songwriter, musician, singer, record producer, remixer, and DJ; founding member of Depeche Mode