Revealing the Truth
After years of continued fame and popularity, the fans of Den Harrow were faced with an unbelievable news, it was revealed both by the frontman of Den Harrow Stefano Zandri and the producers that they had been hiding the truth from their millions of fans. It was disclosed that Stefano Zandri did not actually sing his own songs; he was essentially a character who lip-synched to vocals produced by a number of other Italo singers. And since they did not consider Zandri's name and origin to be trendy enough, the producers R. Turatti and M. Chieregato had decided to invent a fictitious English based last name Manuel Stefano Carry as well as U.S. based birth place Boston Massachusetts, U.S. by concealing Stefano's true Italian origins to be able to market him more easily in the English speaking world. [1]
Most of the songs for Den Harrow project were sung by an American vocalist Tom Hooker Beecher (aka Thomas Barbey, who was residing in Italy during the Italo-Disco era), including Europe-wide hit singles "Don't Break My Heart", "Bad Boy", "Catch the Fox", and "Future Brain". During an interview Hooker explains why it was decided to be done this way:
“There was a small problem, however. He couldn't sing. So the solution was to never let him sing, or to put his voice so low in the mix that it was non existent. He started as an image. He would work on his costumes and clothes and someone else would sing on the records. The truth is, vision is a more developed sense in humans than hearing. People tend to buy and listen what they like to see.”
Also according to Tom Hooker, in the very beginning Chuck Rolando's voice was used in the singles "To Meet Me" and "A Taste of Love". Later on, Silver Pozzoli was chosen to do the single "Mad Desire"; however, Hooker also produced the vocals for the album releases of "Mad Desire". Even though, Tom Hooker continued co-writing tracks for Den Harrow project, producers felt to bring in another vocalist into the studio with a higher voice than that of Hooker's for the 1988 album called Lies. According to Tom Hooker; however, Stefano Zandri has sung on his 1991 single Ocean.[2]
Den Harrow now
Currently, Stefano Zandri continues to do live performances, especially in eastern Europe, still under the name Den Harrow, allegedly claiming that he has learned to sing himself.
In 1997 Stefano Zandri moved to California to take part in the TV serial Sunset Beach.
In 2005 hosted the TV show "Radio HARROW" on the satellite TV channel "Match Music".
In 2006 Stefano Zandri took part in a reality show: "L'isola dei famosi" on Rai Due, a channel of Italian public television.
In 2007 Stefano Zandri released a new song "FEDEN - Lo so", written and sung by him and his wife, only available on his web site that reportedly sold already 16.000 copies, he he is also planning to sell his autobiographical book entitled "Segreti e bugie" (Secrets and Lies) also available on his website.
Singles
To Meet Me (ZYX, 1983, IND: 12" 5079, ZYX, 1994, IND: 5"CD GDC 2028-8)
A Taste Of Love (Carre, 1984, IND: 12" 821 618-1)
Mad Desire (FL, 1985, IND:7" 14229, Tycoon IND: 7" 6.14307, 12": 6.20403)
Future Brain (Baby Records, 1985, IND: (GE) 7" 107469, 12": 601812, (IT) 7" 50342, 12": 54059,)
Bad Boy (Baby Records, 1985, IND: (GE) 7" 107877, 12": 602141, (IT) 7" 50348, 12": 54063)
Charleston (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (GE) 7" 108157, 12": 608157, (IT) 7" 50349, 12": 54067)
Catch The Fox (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (GE) 7" 108581, 12": 608581, (IT) 7" 50363, 12": 54077)
To Meet Me (Hurricane hit mix), (ZYX, 1986, IND: 12" 5417)
Overpower (Baby Records, 1986, IND: (IT) 12": 54064)
Don't Break My Heart (Baby Records, 1987, IND: (GE) 7" 108982, 12": 608982, (IT) 7" 50370, 12": 54082)
Tell Me Why (Baby Records, 1987, IND: (GE) 7" 109209, 12": 609209, (IT) 7" 50375, 12": 54083)
Day By Day (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 109405, 12": 609405)
Born To Love (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 109817, 12": 609817)
You Have A Way (Baby Records, 1988, IND: 7" 111726, 12": 611726, 5"CD 661 726)
Holiday Night (Baby Records, 1989, IND: 7" 112409, 12": 612409, 5"CD 662409, 3"CD 162409)
Take Me Back (Baby Records, 1989, IND: 5"CD 662884)
Ocean (Discomagic, 1991, 12": 550)
Real Big Love (Polydor, 1992, IND: 7" 863 844, 5"CD 863 845-2)
All I Want Is You (Polydor, 1992, IND: 7" 865 508, 5"CD 865 509-2)
Take Me (ZYX, 1994, IND: 12": 7179-12, 5"CD 7179-8)
The Universe Of Love (ZYX, 1994, IND: 12": 7529-12, 5"CD 7529-8)
I Need A Lover, 1995
Take Me (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1001)
The Universe Of Love (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1017)
A Taste Of Love (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1070)
I Feel You (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1077)
Future Brain 2000 (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1151)
Don't Break My Heart (WAY, IND: 12": WAY1155)
Tell Me Why
Den Harrow Lyrics
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Money's what you're working for
But I'm not a bandit and I don't love war.
I can only find out what it takes to have a lot
I don't have no more doubt
I'll keep what I've got!
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why
Tell me why other times you're down
Tell me why
Tell me why
Why some people are lucky
Tell me why
Tell me why life goes up and down.
Why is it that one guy's got everythin' going well
Why the other ones try
Have to work like hell?
When your life is sunny
Everybody's on your side
When it isn't funny
You have got to hide.
I don't know where to go if I will get an answer
It's such a mystery!
Anyway
Who can say if I'll be a romancer
Go down in history.
Tell me why
Tell me why
If sometimes you are happy
. . .
I don't even know yet how to make the world go round
To be rich or in debt
To get off the ground.
Don't know the reason
I think I'll never
Never know it
Who could ever answer? Maybe I wirr never I
In Den Harrow's "Tell Me Why," the singer grapples with the universal question of why some people seem to have it all while others struggle. He acknowledges the importance of money, but also rejects the idea of pursuing wealth at all costs, stating that he is "not a bandit" and does not love war. Despite this, he recognizes the value of having a lot and pledges to hold onto what he has. He then poses a series of questions, asking why some people are lucky while others are not, and why life can be full of ups and downs. He reflects on the fact that when times are tough, people are often left to hide, and expresses frustration at the fact that he may never know the answers to his questions.
Overall, "Tell Me Why" can be interpreted as a commentary on the human condition and the perpetual search for happiness and contentment. While wealth and success may be important to some, the song suggests that they are not the only path to fulfillment, and that there are deeper questions about life and the nature of prosperity that may never be fully answered. Den Harrow's lyrics are thought-provoking and poignant, and his contemplation of these issues will likely resonate with many listeners who have grappled with similar questions themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
I can understand it
I can comprehend the concept of working for money.
Money's what you're working for
The primary motivation for working is to earn money.
But I'm not a bandit and I don't love war.
I am an honest person who does not condone violence or aggression.
I can only find out what it takes to have a lot
I can only discover the requirements for acquiring wealth.
I don't have no more doubt
I have no more uncertainty or hesitation.
I'll keep what I've got!
I will hold on to my current possessions.
Tell me why
I desire an explanation or reason.
If sometimes you are happy
What causes happiness on occasion?
Tell me why other times you're down
I want to know why I feel sad or depressed at times.
Why some people are lucky
I am curious about why certain individuals are fortunate.
Tell me why life goes up and down.
What causes the fluctuations and changes in life?
Why is it that one guy's got everythin' going well
What factors contribute to one person having a successful life?
Why the other ones try
Why do others have to work harder to achieve similar results?
Have to work like hell?
Is it necessary to work extremely hard to achieve success?
When your life is sunny
When things are going well in your life,
Everybody's on your side
people are supportive and helpful.
When it isn't funny
When life is difficult or unpleasant,
You have got to hide.
You may need to conceal your struggles and challenges.
I don't know where to go if I will get an answer
I am uncertain where to seek answers or solutions.
It's such a mystery!
The reasons behind certain circumstances are difficult to understand.
Anyway
Despite my uncertainty,
Who can say if I'll be a romancer
It is impossible to predict if I will be successful in romance.
Go down in history.
To become famous or memorable in history.
I don't even know yet how to make the world go round
I am not knowledgeable about how the world operates.
To be rich or in debt
The contrasting states of wealth and debt.
To get off the ground.
To make progress or start making a change.
Don't know the reason
I don't know the explanation or cause.
I think I'll never
I believe it is impossible to discover the answer.
Never know it
I will never be certain about this particular topic.
Who could ever answer? Maybe I wirr never
It is unlikely that anyone can provide a definitive answer or explanation.
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@lorenazanzi6296
Questa musica è stupenda!!!! Anni 80 fantastici!! Bravo Den e anche molto carino hai tempi!!!💯👍🏻💯👍🏻🔝💥🔝🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃
@flaviomarengon9999
Den Harrow is the best of 80s years
@pinosimo8208
È vero che tutte le canzoni sono cantate da altri artisti a mio avviso Bravissimi ma, è anche vero che senza la bellezza indiscussa di Stefano Zandri e la sua presenza scenica, probabilmente queste canzoni sarebbero nel dimenticatoio..quindi BRAVI TUTTI A PARI MERITO!
@sergiolenarduzzi4670
I met him in 1987.. he is an amazing person
@GianmarcoFella_Artista
Dov'è che lo incontrasti? 😊 Grande artista molto sottovalutato....
@reptile808
È il migliore nel suo genere
@reptile808
@gian81341 Mica tanto sottovalutato, 20 milioni di dischi solo suoi senza contare le compilation in cui sono andate tutte le sue canzoni, 8 dischi d'oro, 3 di platino, quando la concorrenza non era Baby K(ogliona) e Fred De Cacca, ma George Michael, Michael Jackson , Duran Duran, Paul Young e compagnia bella
@gundehund
amazing My favorite thank you
@zeliaferreira808
I liked this song 😃
@angelodiluce4008
un arrangiamento fantastico.. grazie a chieregato/turatti due geni, peccato non trovare in giro le basi originali dei successi di den harrow