Porcelain
Moby
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In my dreams I'm dying all the time Then I wake it's kaleidoscopic mind I never meant to hurt you I never meant to lie So this is goodbye? This is goodbye Tell the truth, you've never wanted me Tell me In my dreams I'm jealous all the time When I wake I'm going out of my mind Going out of my mind
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Written by: Richard Melville Hall
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10 facts about this song
Historical Background"Porcelain" is a song by American electronica artist Moby, released as the sixth single from his commercially successful fifth studio album "Play" in 2000.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its serene and soft melody, "Porcelain" was a significant commercial success. The song reached the top 5 on the UK Singles Chart and the top 15 in multiple other countries, including Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
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Music Video DetailsThe accompanying music video features Moby driving around in his car and wandering the streets of New York and Los Angeles, highlighting the reflective and atmospheric theme of the song.
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Personal SignificanceMoby has divulged that "Porcelain" is one of the most personal songs he's ever written, expressing a longing for an unattainable woman who was already with someone else at the time.
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AccoladesBecause of its vast appeal, "Porcelain" has been used in many film soundtracks, advertisements, and TV shows, cementing Moby’s status as a successful and influential musician.
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Song CompositionCombining ambient, downtempo, and trip-hop elements, the song is often praised for its emotional resonance, which is largely attributed to Moby's hauntingly beautiful vocals alongside warm synth lines and a gentle piano melody.
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Inspirations"Porcelain" was influenced by Moby's love for classical musical pieces. The melody reportedly came to him while he was sleeping and he immediately felt compelled to turn it into a song.
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Album DetailsThe song comes from the album "Play", which was the first album in history to have all of its tracks licensed for use in films, television shows, or commercials. This was a groundbreaking achievement in the music industry.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "Porcelain" for its hypnotic, emotional quality. It's often cited as a standout track from Play and is considered a defining work in Moby's career.
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PhilanthropyMoby, well-known for his veganism and activism, has profited considerably from the licensing of "Porcelain" and other songs, but uses most of his income to fund various animal rights and environmental causes.
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