1) Finnish singer Ilkk… Read Full Bio ↴Danny is a mononym of at least seven artists:
1) Finnish singer Ilkka Lipsanen
2) American rapper
3) Swedish singer Danny Saucedo
4) USA exotica band
5) Daniel Siulapwa from Zambia
6) Danny is a Japanese emo punk rock 3 piece band from Japan.
7) Danny portuguese afrobeat artist.
1) A mononym of Ilkka Lipsanen (b. 24 Sept 1942, Pori, Finland) is a Finnish singer and guitarist. He started his career with the band Islanders who released a couple of singles, among them Danny's first recording which was in English: East Virginia by Joan Baez in 1964. During his national service Danny switched to his native Finnish and recorded two hits, "Kauan" ("Downtown" by Petula Clark) and "Piilopaikka" ("You've Got Your Troubles"). After the army in 1966 Danny launched his own management company D-Tuotanto and started his hugely popular and spectacular "Danny-Shows" which toured around Finland every summer all the way to the late 1970s, with a different theme every year and an entourage of other well-known singers and entertainers. During the 1960s Danny recorded a number of hits, among them "Kesäkatu" (Loving Spoonful's "Summer In The City"), "Vähän ennen kyyneleitä" ("El angel de la guarda"), "Tuuliviiri", "Rebecca" and "Se eikö todista että muutuin" ("If I Promise").
Some of the best known hits for Danny in the 1970s were "Vai niin, vai niin" ("How Do You Do"), "Maantieltä taloon" ("Son of My Father" by Chicory Tip) and "Kuusamo" ("L'ete Indien - Africa" by Joe Dassin). In 1977 Danny joined together with former Miss Finland, Armi Aavikko, with whom he had the extremely popular hits "Tahdon olla sulle hellä" and "Kaiken sulle antaisin".
A song by Jukka Kuoppamäki, "Tämä taivas, tämä maa", was a big hit for Danny in 1992. In 1997 performed in China and in 1988 in Turkey. These days Danny is considered an elder statesman in Finnish popular music, still active in music business and touring.
Danny achieved some notoriety outside Finland in 2006 when the 1978 music video duet with the late Armi Aavikko, "Tahdon olla sulle hellä", sung in English as "I Wanna Love You Tender" became an internet meme. The choreography of this video was particularly noteworthy. While it was apparently intended to be "erotic and tantalizing", in the eyes of many it principally succeeded in being hilarious.
Albums: Se olla voi toisinkin päin (1966, Scandia), Danny (1968, Scandia), D (1971, Scandia), Käärme (1972, Scandia), Mentävä on (1973, Scandia), Danny in Beat (1974, Scandia), Elämän maku (1976, Scandia), Tahdon olla sulle hellä (1977, Scandia), Danny & Armi (1978, Scandia), Danny & Armi – Toinen LP (1979, Scandia), Ninja (1986, M&T Production), Elämän sävel (1988, GoldDisc), Tämä taivas, tämä maa (1992, Finnlevy), Vielä sä syleilet mua (1995, Finnlevy), Valoa & energiaa (1996, Finnlevy), Taikaa (1997, Finnlevy), Nainen (2002, Edel) and Tunteiden Danny (2010).
2) A mononym of Swedish pop singer Danny Saucedo (b. Daniel Gabriel Alessandro Saucedo Grzechowski, 25 February 1986, in Stockholm, Stockholms Län, Sweden).
Saucedo embarked on his journey in Idol 2006 by auditioning with the song "I Swear" by the vocal quartet All-4-One. He was praised by the jury for his touching and convincing voice. Saucedo joined his fellow contestant Felicia Brandström in a duet, singing Bryan Adams' "Everything I Do", which, according to the jury, was the best performance until then in the Idol contest. The jury was unanimous in its opinion that if both were to continue at the level of that performance, they would easily end up in the Idol final. The jury's comments were harsh after Danny's performance of Nick Lachey's single "What's Left of Me" in the semi-final, however, as they claimed his voice did not suit this song. In the top 11 final, Danny sang The Jacksons' "Blame It on the Boogie" while doing some Jackson moves. In the top 10 final, Danny stormed the stage and even made a jury member Kishti Tomita weep in tears, while he sang the ballad "Öppna din dörr" by Swedish singer Tommy Nilsson.
In 2006, after the end of the Idol season, he released his first single, a cover of "Öppna din dörr". The debut single charted at #24 on the Swedish Singles Chart. Danny formed the trio E.M.D. with the previous Idol contestants Erik Segerstedt and Mattias Andréasson, at the same time putting his solo output as well.
Danny was one of the participants in the television show Let's Dance 2008 (Swedish version of Dancing with the Stars). In September 2008, Danny along with professional dancer Jeanette Carlsson took part in the Eurovision Dance Contest 2008. The couple placed 12th in the final on 6th September in Glasgow.
Danny participated in Melodifestivalen 2011 as a solo artist, singing the song "In the Club". He won the first semi-final and qualified for the final, which was held on 12th March in Stockholm. He placed second (placing also second in the rankings of both the international juries and televoters), behind Eric Saade's song "Popular". Danny received a total of 149 points, whereas Saade received 193 points.
Danny has released 3 albums: "Heart.Beats", "Set Your Body Free" (which includes the single "Radio", which stayed at the top of the Swedish chart for 2 weeks) and "In the Club" (which includes his Melodifestivalen 2011 entry, "In the Club").
3) A New Orleans / Los Angeles, USA exotica band with members including: Courtney Asztalos, Heather Lee Smith, Danny Clifton and Ryan O'Malley. They débuted with EP Pontchartrain Beach (Jul 2014).
Sites: SoundCloud, BandCamp and Twitter
5) Danny is a Japanese emo punk rock 3 piece band from Japan.
6) Danny is a portuguese artist whose based on AfroBeat, R&B and Reggae genres. His path through music started in 2020 with his first single “Why you nervous”which was produced in his hometown. Danny challenged himself by digging onto AfroBeat roots and creating his second single “Wine pon me”.
Do Or Die
Danny Lyrics
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There's no you and I
Better move aside
If you getting in my way
That's more like suicide
Running out of seconds
Can't be giving you advice but
I'm on the top of the mountain
I can't be slipping in cotton
We just have nothing in common
I'm food for thought for your noggin'
You simple shit, you like ramen
Used up, expired, and rotten
I'm old and classic, put Pac in
Bringing it back
Lit and buzzed, off of the yak
I'm in the ring, swing and attack
I'm in the cut, swig it with Jack
The nines in the pocket, I'll turn these rappers to ghosts
But my shots are just verbal, my pens competing with pros
I'm steady chasing the paper cuz being broke was my favor
I can spit over anything, feed me beats and I'll vapor
Cuz I'm hungry as fuck, I need room like an acre
In the belly of the beast, rip the tooth of the sabre
Cuz it's cold
Yeah it's ice cold
Legends never die, but now it's 8 below
RIP to Juice, RIP to Kobe
RIP to Smoke, X, Nip, Mac, Peep, Tony
Rappers dying slowly
Murdered over chains
As long as clout brings fame that'll never change
You always take a chance, when you roll the dice
But like I said before
This shit do or die
In "Do or Die," Danny delivers a powerful and assertive message about determination and the relentless pursuit of success. The lyrics embody a sense of urgency, with Danny emphasizing that there are no options or compromises in his pursuit of greatness. He compares anyone who stands in his way to committing suicide, illustrating the seriousness of his commitment.
Danny positions himself as an individual who is mentally elevated, sitting atop a figurative mountain, and carefully plotting his next moves. He contrasts himself with those who are complacent, equating their simplicity to a cheap, easily consumed instant noodle meal. In contrast, he sees himself as a classic, timeless figure, reminiscent of the late Tupac Shakur.
The lyrics also touch on Danny's hunger for success. He references his past struggles with being broke, motivating him to tirelessly chase after money and success. Danny boasts about his ability to rap over any type of beat, likening himself to vapor that can effortlessly conquer and engulf any instrumental. He compares himself to a predator, ripping the tooth of a saber-toothed tiger, illustrating his fierce determination.
The second part of the song takes a somber turn as Danny pays tribute to several deceased artists, including Juice WRLD, Kobe Bryant, Smoke Dawg, XXXTENTACION, Nipsey Hussle, Mac Miller, Lil Peep, and Tony. He reflects on the dangers of fame and the tragic endings that some artists face. The lyrics highlight the inherent risks and uncertainties that exist in chasing success, emphasizing the importance of making the most of every opportunity.
Overall, "Do or Die" conveys a message of resilience, determination, and the high stakes involved in pursuing one's dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
This shit do or die
The situation is critical and requires decisive action.
There's no you and I
There is no partnership or collaboration here.
Better move aside
You should step out of the way.
If you getting in my way
If you obstruct my path or hinder my progress.
That's more like suicide
It's extremely self-destructive to oppose me.
Running out of seconds
Time is running out.
Can't be giving you advice but
I can't offer you guidance or suggestions, although...
I'm on the top of the mountain
I'm in a position of success and achievement.
Mentally sitting and plotting
I'm strategically planning and scheming.
I can't be slipping in cotton
I can't afford to be complacent or careless.
We just have nothing in common
We don't share any similarities.
I'm food for thought for your noggin'
I provide intellectual stimulation and provoke deep thinking.
You simple shit, you like ramen
You're basic and plain, like a popular cheap noodle dish.
Used up, expired, and rotten
You're exhausted, outdated, and worthless.
I'm old and classic, put Pac in
I embody the timeless essence of the great Tupac.
Bringing it back
Reviving and reintroducing something significant.
Lit and buzzed, off of the yak
Feeling both intoxicated and excited, possibly from drinking yak liquor.
I'm in the ring, swing and attack
I'm actively engaging in battles and conflicts, striking aggressively.
I'm in the cut, swig it with Jack
I'm in a hidden or discreet location, drinking Jack Daniel's whiskey.
The nines in the pocket, I'll turn these rappers to ghosts
I carry firearms and can metaphorically annihilate other rappers.
But my shots are just verbal, my pens competing with pros
My lyrical attacks are potent, challenging established rap artists.
I'm steady chasing the paper cuz being broke was my favor
I relentlessly pursue money because I never want to be poor.
I can spit over anything, feed me beats and I'll vapor
I possess the skill to rap over any instrumental and impressively dominate.
Cuz I'm hungry as fuck, I need room like an acre
I have an insatiable hunger for success and require large spaces to grow.
In the belly of the beast, rip the tooth of the sabre
I'm in a dangerous and challenging environment, extracting strength from it.
Cuz it's cold
The situation is harsh and unforgiving.
Yeah it's ice cold
Yes, it's extremely cold and unwelcome.
Legends never die, but now it's 8 below
Iconic figures may remain immortal in memory, but currently, it's freezing.
RIP to Juice, RIP to Kobe
Rest in peace to the talented Juice WRLD and the legendary Kobe Bryant.
RIP to Smoke, X, Nip, Mac, Peep, Tony
Also remembering the late Smoke Dawg, XXXTentacion, Nipsey Hussle, Mac Miller, Lil Peep, and Tony Stark (Iron Man).
Rappers dying slowly
Musicians in the rap industry are gradually losing their lives.
Murdered over chains
People are killed due to disputes or greed related to jewelry.
As long as clout brings fame that'll never change
As long as popularity and attention lead to recognition, things won't be different.
You always take a chance, when you roll the dice
There is always a risk involved when making uncertain decisions or taking chances.
But like I said before
As previously mentioned by me...
This shit do or die
This situation requires absolute success or complete failure.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Alvarez
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