Remaster) — Only You (2008

It preserves the "basement" feel of the original recording at Blackwing Studios while cleaning up tape hiss and leveling the dynamics.

The remaster brought out the nuances of Vince Clarke's pioneering synth work and Alison Moyet's soulful, blues-tinged vocals. Only You (2008 Remaster)

The song reached #2 on the UK Singles Chart in 1982. It has since been covered by countless artists, most famously as an a-cappella Christmas #1 by The Flying Pickets . Where to Listen It preserves the "basement" feel of the original

Vince Clarke wrote it as a peace offering to Depeche Mode, but after they declined it, he teamed up with Moyet. Their chemistry was instant, despite the duo only being together for 18 months. It has since been covered by countless artists,

While some interpret the lyrics as Clarke's feelings about leaving his former band, Moyet’s delivery transformed it into a poignant story of longing and memory—"looking from a window above" at a lost love.