Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad by Moby

Question 1

Where are the vocal samples taken from?

Answer 1

A 1950’s gospel choir.

Question 2

Name the instruments used?

Answer 2

Vocals, Piano, Synth Pad Strings, Drum percussion loop

Question 3

What is the chord progression used for the verse?

Answer 3

A minor, E minor, G, D

Question 4

What are the chord progressions used in the chorus?

Answer 4

C, Aminor, C, A minor

F, C, F, C

Question 5

What year was this piece released?

Answer 5

1999

Question 6

Name 4 effects used in the Moby?

Answer 6

4 from: Delay, Reverb, Retriggered, EQ/Telephone effect, Echo

Question 7

What lyrics are sung in the verse and then chorus?

Answer 7

Verse: Why does my heart feel so bad
Chorus: These open doors

Question 8

Describe the texture of the Moby?

Answer 8

The intro of the Moby has a thin texture with just the piano which builds up through verse 1 with the introduction of the vocals. The chorus and verse 2 have a thick texture and the outro in thin. The texture is homophionic overall.