In My Heart
Moby
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Lord I want To be up In my heart Be Oh Just in my heart, oh Lord Just in my heart, oh Lord
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Written by: RICHARD MELVILLE HALL
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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22 facts about this song
Artist Information"In My Heart" is a song by American DJ, singer-songwriter, musician, and producer Moby.
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Album InformationThis song is from Moby's acclaimed seventh studio album, "18," which was released in May 2002.
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Chart PerformanceWhile not released as a single, the album "18" was a massive commercial success, reaching number one in several countries, including the UK album chart and the Billboard Electronic Albums chart in the United States.
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CollaborationsThe song features vocals from the Shining Light Gospel Choir.
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Genre DiversityKnown for his eclectic style, Moby combines a wide range of genres in "In My Heart," incorporating elements of gospel, electronic, and rock music.
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Video AccompanimentAn animated video was released for "In My Heart," combining abstract visuals and a whimsical style to represent the song's emotional themes.
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Grammy NominationWhile "In My Heart" was not individually nominated, the album "18" was nominated for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the 46th Annual Grammy Awards.
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SamplesThe track utilizes a heavy sample of the 70s gospel soul track “Lord, Don’t Leave Me” by The Davis Sisters.
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Inspirational ContentMoby revealed in interviews that much of the album "18," including "In My Heart," was inspired by his experiences with 9/11 and the aftermath in New York City.
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Advertisements and FilmsThe song has been played in several commercials globally and in a few movie soundtracks, including "Before We Go" (2015), directed by Chris Evans.
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Song Origin & Release"In My Heart" is a song by American electronica musician Moby. It was released as the fourth single from his sixth studio album, "18" in 2002.
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Music GenreThe song is in the electronic genre but it also borrows heavily from gospel music, reflecting Moby's versatility as a musician.
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Song StructureUnlike many songs that follow a typical verse-chorus structure, "In My Heart" features a repeating loop of a sample from The Shining Light Gospel Choir's track "I'm His Child".
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Music VideoThe music video for "In My Heart" is a collection of tour footage, featuring Moby's travels and performances around the world.
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Remix VersionSeveral remixes of the song were made. The most notable is the Ferry Corsten remix, which gave the song a more upbeat, energetic dance feel.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not reaching high chart positions, "In My Heart" has been consistently popular among fans and has remained a staple of Moby's live performances.
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Use in MediaThe song was used in several films and TV shows, including the ending scene of the 2008 movie "Baby Mama".
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Musical ComponentsThe song is composed solely using electronic instruments and synthesizers, aligning itself with Moby's signature style.
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Shining Light Gospel ChoirThe choir that provided the sample used in "In My Heart" were actually credited in the song title on the UK release of the single.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has been praised for its uplifting message and its fusion of electronic elements with gospel music.
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Moby's InspirationMoby cited his Christian faith as a key influence in the creation of songs like "In My Heart".
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Social ImpactsThe song inspired many listeners with its positive message of love and unity, reflecting Moby's aim to create music that gives hope to people in difficult times.
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