Released in as part of the breakthrough album Play , "Porcelain" is one of Moby's most iconic tracks, known for its ethereal atmosphere and melancholic lyrics. Song Meaning and Inspiration
This widely recognized version shows Moby sitting passively in the backseat of a driverless car as it travels through towns, forests, and fields, narrowly avoiding crashes along the way. Technical Details and Samples Moby - 'Porcelain' (Official Video)
This version features extreme close-ups of a human eye, with reflections of Moby singing and various life scenes—babies, children, and adults—flickering within it. Released in as part of the breakthrough album
The signature string melody is a reversed sample from the musical cue "Fight for Survival" by Ernst Gold, originally composed for the 1960 film Exodus . Moby - 'Porcelain' (Official Video)