Didn’t see Depeche Mode - Never let me down

Could you give me some backstory for the choice? I’m only asking cause the annotation at the bottom of this lyrics page has a quote from Gore saying “The song has nothing to do with relationships. It’s about the concept of fleeing from reality and the evil awakening afterwards. Any kind of fleeing. Drugs, alcohol, or whatever” But if there’s more to it let me know. I did include Boys Say Go and Whats Your Name by Depeche Mode on there (tracks 200 and 201)

There’s many ways to interpret art. Some argue the artist’s intent is paramount. Others argue the less information from the creator, the best, as the work stands on its own. Most fall somewhere in between.

I’m on the second camp, however. And for this particular song, while escapism is the main theme, a gay relationship seems to permeate / serve as a backdrop. As I see it, anyway.