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)
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Moby Lyrics
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To be, to see, to feel, to live
And I put my heart in action
To run, to go, to get, to give
'cause that's where I find satisfaction
To search, to find, to have, to hold
When I use my imagination
I think, I plot, I plan, I dream
Well I make, I write, I dance, I sing
'cause I get my thing in action
Yeah I get my thing in action
Go!
When I'm feeling really active
Well I run, I ride, I swim, I fly!
Other times when life is easy
Oh I rest, I sleep, I sit, I lie
I can take a noun and bend it
Make it a verb and really send it!
'cause I get my thing in action
And I don't know my own power
I can question; like what is it?
I can order; like go get it!
When I need I really need it
When I see I got to have it
'cause I put my thing in action
Yeah I put my thing in action
Yeah I get my thing in action
And I don't even know my power
No!
In "Verb," Moby sings about his passion for taking action and using his imagination to create and achieve. He believes that satisfaction comes from actively pursuing his goals, whether that means searching for something, achieving it, or holding onto it. Moby is someone who never wants to be passive in life; he wants to be constantly in motion and doing something, whether that means running, riding, swimming, or even writing and singing. He sees himself as someone with power, someone who can take nouns and turn them into verbs that have the ability to send a message and make a difference in the world.
Moby's lyrics are quite unique in the sense that he focuses on the power of action and imagination to create change in one's life. He is someone who wants to inspire others to pursue their passions and believe in their own power to make things happen. The song is an upbeat, fast-paced anthem that urges listeners to get up and get moving, to make their dreams a reality through the power of action and imagination.
Line by Line Meaning
I get my thing in action
I actively pursue my passions and interests
To be, to see, to feel, to live
I explore the world and experience it through all my senses, fully engaging with it
And I put my heart in action
I pour my emotions and energy into everything I do
To run, to go, to get, to give
I am motivated to achieve my goals and give back to others
'cause that's where I find satisfaction
I find fulfillment in pursuing my passions and focusing on what I love
To search, to find, to have, to hold
I seek, discover, achieve, and maintain what brings me happiness and joy
When I use my imagination
I tap into my creative side to envision new possibilities and ideas
I think, I plot, I plan, I dream
I strategize and construct detailed plans to achieve my aspirations
Turning in towards creation
I focus on building and creating, using my creativity to manifest my ideas
Well, I make, I write, I dance, I sing
I express myself through various art forms to channel my creativity and emotions
'cause I get my thing in action
I am always taking action towards my goals and passions
Yeah I get my thing in action
I am always actively pursuing my ambitions
Go!
I am driven to take action and achieve my goals
When I'm feeling really active
I am energized and motivated to engage in physical activities
Well, I run, I ride, I swim, I fly!
I engage in various physical activities to maintain my physical and mental health
Other times when life is easy
When life is not as demanding, I take it easy
Oh I rest, I sleep, I sit, I lie
I take time for self-care and relaxation to recharge my batteries
I can take a noun and bend it
I have the power to transform and manipulate words to create new ideas
Make it a verb and really send it!
I bring my ideas to life by taking action and putting them into motion
And I don't know my own power
I am not fully aware of my own potential and the impact I can have
I can question; like what is it?
I have the ability to think critically and ask questions about the world around me
I can order; like go get it!
I have the ability to take charge and make things happen
When I need I really need it
I have a strong drive and motivation to pursue what I desire
When I see I got to have it
When I see an opportunity or goal, I am compelled to take action and achieve it
'Cause I put my thing in action
I am constantly taking action towards my goals and aspirations
Yeah, I put my thing in action
I am always actively pursuing my ambitions
And I don't even know my power
I am not fully aware of my own potential and the impact I can have
No!
I am determined to discover my full potential and make a difference in the world
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Once I had my heroes
Once I had my dreams
But all of that is changed now
They've turned things inside out
The truth is not that comfortable, no
And mother taught us patience
The virtues of restraint
And father taught us boundaries
Beyond which we must go
To find the secrets promised us, yeah
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when it all gets blown away
That's when I reach for my revolver
The spirit fights to find its way
A friend of mine once told me
His one and only aim
To build a giant castle
And live inside his name
Cry and whispers sing in muted pain
A friend of mine once told me
His one and only aim
To build a giant castle
And live inside his name
Cry and whispers sing in muted pain
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when it all gets blown away
That's when I reach for my revolver
The spirit fights to find its way
Tonight the sky is empty
But that is nothing new
Its dead eyes look upon us
And they tell me we're nothing but slaves
That's when I reach for my revolver
(...but slaves)
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when I reach for my revolver
That's when I reach for my revolver
And in it sign his name
@yathinkinc
Moby asked the crowd what song he should play next at this show in Ohio and a friend of mine shouts out the name of this song. Moby replies, "oh really?, ok" and proceeded to blow the roof off the place.
@RockandrollNegro
And then everyone clapped?
@chaddeez8446
They don't call him Moby for nothing cuz there she blows😋
@ricardo3221
He's named after his great-grandfather Melvin book Moby Dick
@robmcafee9162
That whole album was incredible....I like all moby but that one was so different. Couldn't believe his evolution as a musician
@weSteh
@@robmcafee9162 it was the only good album... he just became a woke loser beta after that ...
@omarvgarcia
This song never gets old.
@ethansloan
Animal Rights is still my favorite Moby album!
@tingelingn3242
100%
@ProgBartleby
Excellent cover. Moby delivers the angst.