In 1997, Moodymann released his debut album, Silentintroduction, on Planet E Communications.[10] It compiled the previously released tracks from his own KDJ Records.[11] He released Mahogany Brown in 1998,[12] Forevernevermore in 2000,[13] and Silence in the Secret Garden in 2003.[14]
In 2012, he released Picture This as a free download.[15] It was followed by ABCD in 2013.[16] His self-titled album, Moodymann, was released in 2014.[17] He released Sinner in 2019,[18] and Taken Away in 2020.[19] In December 2020, Moodymann appeared as himself in the video game Grand Theft Auto Online, serving as one of the resident DJs at the newly-opened nightclub called the Music Locker.[20]
Moodymann is considered to have "developed hybrid modes of recording and performance incorporating analog and digital media—the playing of 'real' instruments with 'pushing buttons live'."[21] Philip Sherburne of Pitchfork wrote: "His sample-heavy productions have drawn on artists like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and Chic, not to mention gospel music, and his beats have always remained rooted in disco's bump and swirl."[22]
In January 2019, Moodymann released a video on Instagram, which he later removed, showing the Highland Park police holding him at gunpoint in his parked car, on his property.[23] The Highland Park police department released a statement saying that during the incident, Moodymann did not show proof of ownership of the property or even an ID, which led to the arrest.[24] Moodymann was later released after an investigation showing that he was indeed the owner of the property.[24]
I'm Doing Fine
Moodymann Lyrics
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I'm doing fine by myself
I'm doing fine by myself
I'm gonna find someone else
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me baby
Don't worry about me
When you're gone
Moving on
To another place
Baby I'm alright
I wanna drive Cadillac cars
Oh I wanna be somebody so bad
But you keep on putting your foot on me
And I
I believe
I believe I can break away and be somebody
Somehow in some way
You see
I heard somebody say one time
You can't make it if you don't try
You better, you better
You better, you better
You better, you better
You better, you better
I'm alright baby
Maybe tired
I am on my way
Don't worry about me
I'm alright baby
I'm alright baby
I'm doing fine by myself
Don't you worry bout me babe
I'm gonna find someone else
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
I'm doing fine by myself
Don't worry about me babe
Don't worry about me
I'm gonna find someone else
I'm gonna find someone else
Worry about me (You better, you better, you better, you better)
Worry about me (You better, you better)
Worry about me (You better, you better)
Worry about me (You better, you better)
Worry about me (You better, you better)
I'm gonna find someone else (You better, you better)
I'm gonna find someone else (You better, you better)
I'm gonna find someone else (You better, you better)
Don't you worry about me babe (I'm doing fine by myself)
I'm gonna find someone else (You better, you better)
Don't you worry about me babe
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry bout me
Worry about me
Worry about me
Don't worry about me
Worry about me
Don't worry bout me baby
I'm gonna find someone else
Don't worry about me
Worry about me
Worry about me
Worry about me
Worry about me
I'm gonna find someone else
Worry about me
I'm doing fine by myself
Don't worry about me
I'm gonna find someone else
I'm doing fine by myself
I'm doing fine by myself
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Worry about me
Worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Worry about me
Worry about me (You better)
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me (Worry about me)
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me baby
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me
Don't worry about me baby (Worry about me)
The lyrics of Moodymann's "I'm Doing Fine" speak to the idea of moving on and finding happiness outside of a past relationship. The repeating refrain of "I'm doing fine by myself, I'm gonna find someone else" conveys a message of independence and self-sufficiency. The verses speak to the struggle of wanting to achieve success and be "somebody" but feeling held back by someone else's actions. The lyrics suggest that despite this struggle, the singer is determined to break away and make something of themselves.
The lines "Don't worry about me, when you're gone, moving on to another place, baby I'm alright" further emphasize the idea of independence and the importance of not relying on another person for happiness. The repeated refrain of "Worry about me" encourages the listener to focus on their own journey and not concern themselves with the singer's path.
Overall, the lyrics of "I'm Doing Fine" convey a message of self-growth and empowerment, encouraging the listener to focus on their own path and not rely on others for happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna find someone else
The singer is moving on from their past relationship and looking for someone new.
I'm doing fine by myself
The singer is content with being alone and doesn't need anyone else to be happy.
Don't worry about me
The singer is reassuring their ex-partner that they are okay and not to be concerned about their well-being.
I'm alright
The artist is letting their ex-partner know that they are doing well and don't need sympathy.
When you're gone, moving on to another place, baby I'm alright
The artist is able to move forward with their life without their ex-partner and doesn't need them to be happy.
I wanna drive Cadillac cars, I wanna be somebody so bad
The singer has aspirations and dreams of success and wealth, and wants to achieve them.
But you keep on putting your foot on me and I, I believe
The singer's ex-partner is holding them back from their goals, but they have faith in their ability to overcome the obstacles.
I believe I can break away and be somebody, somehow in some way
The artist is confident that they can achieve success and become someone important, despite their current situation.
You better, you better
The artist is warning their ex-partner to not underestimate their potential.
Maybe tired, I am on my way
The artist may be exhausted from the challenges they face, but they are still moving forward towards their goals.
Don't you worry bout me babe
The singer is reassuring their ex-partner that they don't need their concern or help to succeed.
I'm gonna find someone else
The artist is determined to move on from their past relationship and find happiness with someone new.
Worry about me
The singer is challenging their ex-partner to focus on their own life instead of worrying about them.
I'm doing fine by myself
The singer is reiterating that they are content with being alone and don't need anyone else to be happy.
Contributed by Sebastian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.