Richard Melville Hall (born September 11, 1965), known professionally as Mo… Read Full Bio ↴Richard Melville Hall (born September 11, 1965), known professionally as Moby, is an American musician, songwriter, singer, producer, and animal rights activist. He has sold 20 million records worldwide. AllMusic considers him to be "among the most important dance music figures of the early 1990s, helping bring dance music to a mainstream audience both in the United States and the United Kingdom." After taking up guitar and piano at age nine, he played in several underground punk rock bands through the 1980s before turning to electronic dance music. In 1989, he moved to New York City and became a prolific figure as a DJ, producer, and remixer. His 1991 single "Go" was his mainstream breakthrough, especially in Europe, where it peaked within the top ten of the charts in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Between 1992 and 1997, he scored eight top 10 hits on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart including "Move (You Make Me Feel So Good)", "Feeling So Real", and "James Bond Theme (Moby Re-Version)". Throughout the decade, he also produced music under various pseudonyms, released the critically acclaimed Everything Is Wrong (1995), and composed music for films. His punk-oriented album Animal Rights (1996) alienated much of his fan base.

Moby found commercial and critical success with his fifth album Play (1999), which, after receiving little recognition, became an unexpected global hit in 2000 after each track was licensed to films, television shows, and commercials. It remains his highest selling album with 12 million copies sold. Its seventh single, "South Side", featuring Gwen Stefani, remains his only one to appear on the US Billboard Hot 100, reaching No. 14. Moby followed Play with albums of varied styles including electronic, dance, rock, and downtempo music, starting with 18 (2002), Hotel (2005), and Last Night (2008). His later albums saw him explore ambient music, including the almost four-hour release Long Ambients 1: Calm. Sleep. (2016). Moby continues to record and release albums; his twenty-first studio album, Resound NYC, was released in May 2023.

In addition to his music career, Moby is known for his veganism and support for animal rights and humanitarian aid. He was the owner of TeaNY, a vegan cafe in Manhattan, and Little Pine, a vegan restaurant in Los Angeles, and organized the vegan music and food festival Circle V. He is the author of four books, including a collection of his photography and two memoirs: Porcelain: A Memoir (2016) and Then It Fell Apart (2019).

Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moby

Discography
Moby (1992)
Ambient (1993)
Everything Is Wrong (1995)
Animal Rights (1996)
Play (1999)
18 (2002)
Hotel (2005)
Last Night (2008)
Wait for Me (2009)
Destroyed (2011)
Innocents (2013)
Long Ambients 1: Calm. Sleep. (2016)
These Systems Are Failing (2016)
More Fast Songs About the Apocalypse (2017)
Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt (2018)
Long Ambients 2 (2019)
All Visible Objects (2020)
Live Ambient Improvised Recordings Vol. 1 (2020)
Reprise (2021)
Ambient 23 (2023)
Resound NYC (2023)

Everything
Moby Lyrics

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Yeah, everything'll be alright

C'mon!

We can make it!
We can make it!
We can make it!
We can make it!

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright

C'mon!

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Yeah, everything'll be alright

Overall Meaning

At face value, the lyrics to Moby's song "Everything" are simple and repetitive. The repetition of "everything will be alright" is a mantra-like affirmation that things will work out in the end. The use of the word "we" in the song encourages a sense of communal unity and perseverance, which can be interpreted as a call to action for listeners to work together to overcome any obstacles they may face.

However, the interesting aspect of the song's lyrics lies in the context of the album it is featured on, "Destroyed." Moby wrote "Destroyed" during a period of time in which he was struggling with mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. The album is meant to chronicle the experiences he had while touring, including feelings of isolation and detachment from his surroundings. Given this context, the lyrics to "Everything" take on a deeper meaning. They stand as a testament to Moby's innermost desire to believe that everything will be alright, and serve as a means of healing and hope for listeners who may be going through similar struggles.

In addition to its powerful message, "Everything" also features a unique sound. Moby makes use of a variety of electronic instruments to create an otherworldly soundscape, filled with distorted vocals, pulsing synths, and driving percussion. The result is a track that feels simultaneously futuristic and nostalgic, as it fuses elements of both modern electronic music and classic punk rock.

Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, everything'll be alright
No matter the challenges we face, we can overcome them and things will turn out alright in the end.

C'mon!
Let's stay motivated and keep pushing forward through any difficulties.

We can make it!
We have the power within us to overcome any obstacles and achieve success.

We can make it!
We shouldn't give up hope or lose faith in ourselves, as we are capable of achieving great things.

We can make it!
Together, we can accomplish anything we set our minds to, with determination and perseverance.

We can make it!
Let's not be discouraged by setbacks or failures, but instead let's learn from them and keep moving forward towards our goals.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Despite any setbacks or failures we encounter, we can remain optimistic that everything will work out in the end.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
We should have faith that even in troubled times, there is still hope for a brighter future.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Let's trust that life has a way of working itself out, and we should keep moving forward with positivity and optimism.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
We should stay hopeful that no matter what happens, we will find a way to make things right and come out stronger in the end.

C'mon!
Let's keep pushing forward with enthusiasm, passion, and energy, towards achieving our dreams and goals.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Let's not lose sight of our purpose or our beliefs, and trust that we are on the right path to success and happiness.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
We should stay confident and strong in the face of adversity, knowing that, in the end, everything will work out for the best.

Yeah, everything'll be alright
Despite the challenges and obstacles we may face, we should keep our spirits high and have faith that everything will be alright.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICHARD MELVILLE HALL

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