Moby plays keyboards, guitar and bass guitar. He took his performing name from the novel Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, who is his great-great-granduncle. His work, while focused in general on various forms of electronic music, have explored many other styles.
Early years
Moby used to be in a punk rock band called the Vatican Commandos, which was formed in 1980. The group evolved away from punk in 1989 for electronic music. He realized his music tastes and growth were going in a different direction than his previous band's vibe, and he broke off on his own.
His first album "The Story So Far (aka Moby)" featured the single "Go", which gained popularity in many discos, and earned a spot on the UK charts. The song is so popular that Moby still plays "Go" regularly in his sets. "Go" is a progressive track using the string line from "Laura Palmer's Theme" from the TV drama Twin Peaks.
1994-1998
His first album for the UK based MUTE Records was Everything Is Wrong (which had US distribution via Elektra) , which earned early critical praise and minor commercial success. He followed that up with a hard rock/electronic album called Animal Rights in 1996. In 1997, he released I Like to Score, a collection of music included in movies. Among those tracks was an updated version of the James Bond theme used for the James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies. However, both Animal Rights and I Like to Score had only limited success and Moby and Elektra parted company however he remained signed to MUTE.
1999-2004
After a decade's worth of music, Moby's breakthrough album was 1999's Play. Mainstream reviewers raved about his talents on the album (released on V2 Records) though some early fans were let down. The album has 18 tracks and was the first album in history to have all of its tracks commercially licensed: "Porcelain," for instance, appeared on TV commercials for Bailey's Irish Cream, Hong Kong's PCCW and Nordstrom, and Volkswagen's MKIV Jetta; "Find My Baby" was on a commercial for American Express featuring golfer Tiger Woods. The album's tracks eventually were accepted in various radio formats, but because of Play's extensive licensing, the album could have been financially successful even without radio play. In addition to fame garnered through its licensing, Play is also notable for its extensive sampling of old blues recordings collected by Alan Lomax. In a 2005 posting on his web site, Moby theorized that his eagerness to license his music is a result of "growing up in poverty."
In 2001, Moby founded the Area:One Festival. It was a popular touring rock festival that featured an eclectic range of musical genres. A second tour was organized for the following year.
In 2001 Moby also earned the ire of Eminem after calling his music misogynistic and homophobic; Eminem later satirized Moby (among others) in "Without Me," calling him a "fag" and questioning his relevance with the claim "Nobody listens to techno." Moby replied that he hadn't played techno since 1992. The two were in a confrontation at the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards, though Moby expresses respect for Eminem as an artist.
In 2002, Moby briefly had a television show on MTV, Señor Moby's House of Music, which focused mostly on more obscure electronic music. Also in 2002, Moby released 18, an album that had 18 tracks. The most popular song on the album was "We Are All Made of Stars". Moby says he wrote "We Are All Made of Stars" because of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks, which happened on his birthday.
2005
In 2005 Moby released "Lift Me Up", a single from his album Hotel, which featured, in addition to numerous remixes, UK company Digimpro's software. The program allows users to remix the song - using any or all of the samples included—and save it as an MP3 file. Thus unlimited, personalized versions of the title track were possible. Digimpro had previously seen exposure with group Erasure's single "Breathe," allowing users the same ability. Instead of his usual usage of samples, all of the vocals and instruments on "Hotel" were performed live in the studio by Moby and vocalist Laura Dawn, who is the Cultural Director of MoveOn.org.
For certain dates on Moby's 2005 European tour, Liveherenow provided concert goers with CDs of the show 10 minutes after the show finished. Other Mute Records artists like Erasure and Client have previously used this company for similar reasons.
2006
Moby has recently scored the soundtrack for Richard Kelly's upcoming movie 'The Southland Tales'. Whilst he is generally against composing music for films, he was a huge fan of Kelly's previous film 'Donnie Darko' and could not resist the offer the director gave him.
ITV in the United Kingdom use Moby's song "Lift Me Up" for their coverage of Formula One racing by using the song as the intro. and also snippets to segues for interviews and advertisements.
Also, Moby had one of his older songs used in a Original HBO series, The Sopranos. This song, "When its Cold I'd like to Die" was used in the last scene in which Tony was in his dream state.
Besides music
Moby is a vegan, non-denominational Christian and self-proclaimed "simpleton" (for his often sincere and idealistic political assessments).
Moby lives in New York City. Until recently he co-owned a small restaurant and coffee shop called TeaNY, where he occasionally waited tables. He also organized the Little Idiot Collective, a group of artists that also includes cartoonist and musician James Kochalka. He's a huge fan of the TV series "The Simpsons".
Moby's official website is at moby.com.
Activism
Moby is a well known advocate for a variety of progressive causes, working with MoveOn.org, and PETA, among others. He created MoveOn Voter Fund's "Bush in 30 Seconds" contest along with singer Laura Dawn and MoveOn Executive Director Eli Pariser.
He also actively engages in nonpartisan activism. He has performed benefit concerts for the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function, promoting music therapy. Moby also serves on the Board of Directors of Amend.org, a nonprofit that implements injury prevention programs in Africa.
He is an advocate of network neutrality and he testified before the US House committee debating the issue in 2006.
Why Does My Heart Feel So Bade
Moby Lyrics
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Why does my soul feel so bad?
Why does my heart feel so bad?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
Why does my heart feel so bad?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
Why does my heart feel so bad?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
Why does my heart feel so bad?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
He'll open doors
Why does my heart feel so bad?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
Moby's song Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad? seems to be about a person who is struggling emotionally and spiritually. The repeated question, "Why does my heart feel so bad? Why does my soul feel so bad?" suggests that the person is in a state of confusion and questioning why they are feeling so down. The chorus of "He'll open doors" is a ray of hope, with the promise that there is someone or something out there that can help alleviate the pain.
One interpretation of the lyrics is that the person is seeking a spiritual or religious solution to their problems. The repetition of "He'll open doors" could refer to the idea that someone is waiting to welcome them with open arms, whether that be a higher power or an individual who can provide guidance and support. At the same time, the person seems to be struggling with doubt, asking why they are feeling so bad if there is indeed some sort of divine force that can help them.
Another interpretation is that the person is unhappy with their current situation and is looking for a way out. The repeated "He'll open doors" could refer to the idea that opportunities are out there, waiting to be taken. However, the person is struggling to find the motivation or direction to make a change, leading to feelings of confusion and despair.
Overall, the lyrics of Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad? capture the complexities of emotional turmoil and the search for meaning and hope during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Why does my heart feel so bad?
What is the cause of this intense emotional pain I am experiencing in my heart?
Why does my soul feel so bad?
What is the reason for the deep sadness and despair I'm feeling within my soul?
He'll open doors
He can provide opportunities or solutions that can help me overcome my current struggles
He'll open doors
He has the ability to provide me with new possibilities and help me climb out of my current situation
He'll open doors
He can be the solution to my emotional pain and provide a way out of my current circumstances
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Richard Melville Hall
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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American English: masterpiece
Arabic: رَائِعَةٌ
Brazilian Portuguese: obra-prima
Chinese: 杰作
Croatian: remek djelo
Czech: mistrovské dílo
Danish: mesterværk
Dutch: meesterstuk
European Spanish: obra maestra
Finnish: mestariteos
French: chef d’œuvre
German: Meisterstück
Greek: αριστούργημα
Italian: capolavoro
Japanese: 傑作
Korean: 걸작
Norwegian: mesterverk
Polish: arcydzieło
European Portuguese: obra-prima
Romanian: capodoperă
Russian: шедевр
Latin American Spanish: obra maestra
Swedish: mästerverk
Thai: งานชิ้นเอก
Turkish: şaheser
Ukrainian: шедевр
Vietnamese: kiệt tác
@rarebird_82
Had this album as a teen, im now 41, this was and still is THE track, arguably his best work since "GO". The piano beautifully illustrates the long lonely road of depression, isolation, loneliness, grief etc. Stirs up images of solitude, walking by yourself in winter, feeling alone in a busy room, that sort of thing. Then, at the last minute, the wonderfully uplifting crescendo of "keeep holdin' on" bursts through, giving a reassuring feeling of hope, a breakthrough moment, a light in the darkness, saving us from despair. Excellent piece of music, a soundtrack to a thousand recoveries no doubt 🤍
Keep holding on.
@seb_from_glasto
Nicest comment I've read, and I'm trying not to be soapy
@lucieahmed7924
Lost my dad recently and this song is uplifting and says everything I'm feeling at the same time. Love you dad. X
@hermanbekkema1582
Walk tall, Lucy, and remember that he's loving you too from somewhere.
@adamk.u.t8556
I offer you my condolences from the Middle East - Iraq: Life is difficult without a heart that sympathizes with you: We are all your brothers
@pearsekinchella560
Your soul feels so bad because You love. It's a dreadful thing. Loving. Dreadful and wonderful. And you're going to get hurt. That's life for you.
@tracybrown6319
Big hugs 2 u xx 💚
@assemblyish
Lost mine in November same ❤ great tune
@tracybrown1567
Just luv this song ,lost my youngest and oldest son and there dad within 5yrs ,and this I play alot .💔💔💔
@bkind1622
May you find some peace in all the hurt and pain Tracy. ❤️🙏