Lie Down in Darkness
Moby
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Mmmmm Will be no more Mmmmm Mmmmm Mmmmm Mmmmm Now that you're gone, the dawn of Now that you're gone The sun will be no more Mmmm The sun, will be, no more Mmmmm Will be, no more Now that you're gone, the dawn of Now that you're gone The sun, will be, no more Mmmmm The sun, will be, no more Mmmmm The sun, will be, no more Mmmmm Will be, no more Will be no more Mmmmm No more No more Mmmmm The sun Will be, no more Mmmmm Will be, no more
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Written by: Joy Alieta Grant, Justin Wayne Kielty, Richard Melville Hall
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Lie Down in Darkness" is a popular song by the American musician Moby, released as the third official single from the studio album, "Destroyed.", in 2011.
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Inspirational SourceMoby drew his song's title from William Styron's 1951 novel, "Lie Down in Darkness". He shared his fondness for the southern Gothic book.
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CompositionThe song features Moby's trademark electronic sound with ambient elements and synths, blended with sorrowful string arrangements and haunting vocals.
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Collaboration"Lie Down in Darkness" includes the vocals of Joy Malcolm, a British singer, and songwriter known for her work in UK's drum and bass and jazz scenes.
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VideoThe music video for the song was directed by UK directors Luke Seomore and Joseph Bull, it features a sorrowful and dark narrative that complements the song's melancholic theme.
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AcclaimThe track was praised for its cinematic qualities and Moby's ability to evoke emotional responses through his music. It was also recognized by many music critics as a highlight of the "Destroyed" album.
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RemixesThe song has been remixed by several well-known artists and DJs, including Paul van Dyk and Chris Liebing, which further catapulted its popularity within the electronic music scene.
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Live PerformancesMoby often plays "Lie Down in Darkness" during his live performances, sometimes adding variations to the arrangement, creating a new and unique experience for concert-goers.
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Literary InspirationMoby, a known book lover, confessed that many tracks on the "Destroyed" album, including "Lie Down in Darkness", were inspired by his various late-night reading sessions.
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Vinyl Release"Lie Down in Darkness" was included in the vinyl version of the album "Destroyed", appealing to the analog-loving fans of Moby.
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