Released in March 1993, Songs of Faith and Devotion is Depeche Mode's eighth studio album, marking a bold departure in the band's sound. Tracks such as "I Feel You", "Walking in My Shoes", and "In Your Room" explore themes of faith, love, and redemption and feature a grittier, more organic sound, blending live instrumentation with electronic textures. The album debuted at N° 1 in both the U.S.A. and the U.K..