Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?- Moby Flashcards
1
Q
Structure of the song
A
The structure of the song is based mainly on 2 contrasting themes, A and B. They alternate throughout. This is
BINARY FORM
2
Q
When was this released?
A
1999
3
Q
What album is this from?
A
It is a single from Moby’s album; Play
4
Q
Drum loop
A
The song is constructed using repeated sound samples played over and over again. This is called looping.
5
Q
Technology
A
This song makes use of digitally recorded snatches of sound called samples, repeated to make loops.
6
Q
What is the time signature of this piece?
A
4/4
7
Q
Form
A
The main themes are varied throughout the song by;
- adding a countermelody on the synthesiser in section A3
- changing the texture by + or - instruments or voices
- applying affects to the voices
8
Q
Vocal samples
A
The 2 samples are taken from the son ‘King Jesus Will Roll All Burdens Away’ on a 1950’s recording of gospel music.
