All That I Need Is to Be Loved

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About All That I Need Is to Be Loved

"All That I Need Is to Be Loved" is a song by American multi-genre musician Moby. It was first featured on the 1993 EP Move as "All That I Need Is to Be Loved (MV)" and was later released as a 12" vinyl single. The song "Where You End" from Hotel (2005) contains a sample from this. It was only released on vinyl, and there was no music video made for the song. In the UK it was only released as a promotional 12" single. A much shorter version, a hardcore punk-techno hybrid sometimes called the "House of Suffering" or "H. O. S" mix, was then featured on his 1995 studio album Everything Is Wrong. "All That I Need Is To Be Loved" is the only Moby single which is released from another single or EP. 


Year:
1994
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All that I need is to be loved
Can't you take this out of me
All I want is to be near you
Oh my God, how can I love thee?

All that I need is to be loved
Can't you take this out of me
All I want is to be near you
Oh, my God, how can I love thee?
Oh, my God...

No one on earth can be what I need
No one on earth can feel what I must feel

All that I need
All that I need
All that I need
All that I need
All that I need
All that I need
All that I need is to be loved

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Moby

Richard Melville Hall (born September 11, 1965), known by his stage name Moby, is an American musician, DJ, and photographer. He is well known for his sample-based electronic music, vegan lifestyle, and support of animal rights. Moby has sold over 20 million albums worldwide.Allmusic considers him "one of the most important dance music figures of the early '90s, helping bring the music to a mainstream audience both in the UK and in America." more »

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Written by: RICHARD MELVILLE HALL

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"All That I Need Is to Be Loved" was created by American musician, singer, and songwriter Moby. He is known for his eclectic style and unique blend of electronic music with various genres.
Album Release
The song was released in 1993 as part of Moby’s second studio album 'Ambient.' The album had a significant shift in style from his previous work, focusing mainly on ambient music.
Genre Classification
The song falls under the Techno genre, which showcases Moby's various musical influences. Techno is a form of electronic dance music that emerged in Detroit, Michigan, in the United States in the mid-to-late 1980s.
Two Song Versions
There are two versions of "All That I Need Is To Be Loved." The second version is called the "Hard Trance Version," indicating a faster pace and more intense rhythm.
Lyrics and Mood
As the title suggests, the lyrics emphasize a deep craving for love and affection. The song is intense and relentlessly energetic, much like a cry for understanding and connection.
Instrumental Use
This song is uniquely almost entirely instrumental, with the title line being the only lyrics. This repetition of the musical phrases and the mantra-like deliverance of the lines give the song its distinctive character.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised the song for its raw emotion and intense musicality. However, like many songs that fall into the Techno genre, it remains fairly underground and is not one of Moby's mainstream hits.
Live Performances
"All That I Need Is to Be Loved" has been featured in many of Moby's live performances. Even in live settings, the song retains its intense, high-energy pulse.
Expanding Musical Range
This song is a prime example of Moby's versatile musical style, responding to his rock, punk, and classical training and showcasing his ability to experiment with different sounds and rhythms.
Cover Versions
Although "All That I Need is To Be Loved" hasn't been widely covered by other artists, it remains a staple in Moby's discography and is frequently sampled and remixed in electronic and dance music.

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