Everything Is Wrong
Moby · 1995
46 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A tapestry of ambient soundscapes layered with melancholic melodies and rhythmic grooves that evoke both euphoria and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hymn Start here — This track stands out with its uplifting melody and gospel influences, creating a sense of transcendence that resonates deeply throughout the album.
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Feeling So Real — An energetic anthem that captures the euphoric highs of early 90s rave culture, blending house beats with infectious vocal hooks.
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What Love — With its haunting lyrics and ethereal production, this song encapsulates themes of longing and desire, showcasing Moby's lyrical depth.
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God Moving Over the Face of the Waters — A sprawling instrumental piece that serves as a reflective climax to the album, highlighting Moby's ability to convey emotion through sound alone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Moby's blend of ambient textures and beats creates a distinctive sound that rewards repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong beat in 'Hymn', followed by tracks that gradually introduce more ambient textures and layered vocals.
- The final track, 'When It's Cold I'd Like to Die', shifts to a slower tempo and features minimalistic instrumentation, providing a reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
- introspective moments for deep reflection
- uplifting tracks for emotional release
- textures for focused listening
- short bursts of cathartic energy
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification hits
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped solidify Moby's presence in the electronic music scene.
- Themes
- mid-90s club culture· cinematic soundscapes
- Career context
- By the time 'Everything Is Wrong' was released in March 1995, Moby had already gained recognition with his debut album, but this sophomore effort solidified his presence in the electronic music scene. It followed a period of experimentation with various genres, showcasing an artistic maturation as he began to blend elements of ambient, techno, and rock more cohesively.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Massive Attack· Thievery Corporation· Air
Tracklist
- 1 Hymn Start here 3:17
- 2 Feeling So Real 3:21
- 3 All That I Need Is to Be Loved 2:43
- 4 Let's Go Free 0:38
- 5 Everytime You Touch Me 3:41
- 6 Bring Back My Happiness 3:12
- 7 What Love 2:48
- 8 First Cool Hive 5:17
- 9 Into the Blue 5:33
- 10 Anthem 3:27
- 11 Everything Is Wrong 1:14
- 12 God Moving Over the Face of the Waters 7:21
- 13 When It's Cold I'd Like to Die 4:13
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Moon Safari
Air
Shares a lush ambient texture and cinematic quality, for reflective listening.
Dummy
Portishead
Combines downtempo beats with introspective lyrics, echoing a similar emotional depth.
Blue Lines
Massive Attack
Merges electronic soundscapes with soulful vocals, resonating with Moby's atmospheric approach.
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