1) Dido Armstrong… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists with the name Dido:
1) Dido Armstrong (born 25 December 1971) is a British BRIT Award-winning and Grammy Award-nominated singer and songwriter.
Dido was born in London, UK on Christmas day; she was christened Dido Florian Cloud de Bounevialle O'Malley Armstrong. She lived with her poet mother and publisher father in London.
One day she looked up the story of her first name. "I thought it was strange that I was called after a woman who killed herself in ancient literature. It's great for me now but there's no denying that I hated it. That was just another thing that made me stand out."
Young Dido enjoyed reading and playing tennis against the garden wall; when she was just 6, she was accepted into the Guildhall School of Music in London. By 10 she could play the piano, violin and recorder.
Some of her teenage years were spent touring the UK with a Classical Ensemble and waitressing at Cafe Flo in Islington. She left school to pay her way through university, and eventually enrolled as a law student at Birkbeck University.
At 16 she became enthralled with the music of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald and her brother's music collection.
Her brother, Rollo, plays in the group Faithless and she featured on the group's five million selling debut album Reverence in 1995 on the tracks Flowerstand Man which she co-wrote and Salva Mea. Dido later featured on another Faithless album Sunday 8pm in 1998 on the tracks Postcards and Hem of his Garment which she co-wrote.
In between recording those two albums Dido met producer Clive Davis in 1997 after he had heard demos of some of her own tracks.
Dido was later signed to the record company Arista and began recording her debut album No Angel.
The album was released in the USA in 1999 and about a year later in October 2000 in the UK. Two tracks off the album have featured in a TV show and in a film. Thank You appeared in the film 'Sliding Doors' and Here With Me was the theme tune to 'Roswell' a hit TV show in the USA and which has been doing well in the UK.
Her brother Rollo then did a solo project under the name Dusted, for which Dido co-wrote the tracks Always Remember To Respect & Honour Your Mother (Part 1) and Biggest Fool In The World, she features on the tracks Time Takes Time and Hurt U and she co-wrote and features on the track Winter. The album was re-released in 2005 having been completely re-worked, sounding bigger and better.
Dido really shot to fame when Eminem incorporated Thank You into the massive number 1 hit Stan. For the 'Stan' video Dido agreed to wear a padded pregnancy suit and lie in the boot of a car before being dumped in a river. "I did that for an adventure and a laugh. I'd just done a really glammy video for 'Here With Me' and suddenly I was on set choosing boxer shorts with Dr Dre while wearing this massive bump. I looked so pregnant I had to jump about on a sofa to flatten my stomach down." Dido said of Eminem "He's been nothing but properly nice to me. He's polite, funny and charming, nothing like his media image at all. If he was such an arsehole I wouldn't have played with him, would I? I had no contract to do that. I chose to."
A special edition of 'No Angel' was released in January 2001 with enhanced videos of 'Here With Me' and 'Thank You'. It also included a bonus track Take My hand and a picture gallery. The album went to number 1 and stayed there for a number of weeks. It has sold more than 12 million copies worldwide. Her debut single Here With Me was released in February 2001 and became a hit getting to number 4. The follow up 'Thank You' was released in May 2001 and got to number 3.
The following month Dido featured on another Faithless album Outrospective on the track One Step Too Far. Hunter was released in September 2001; it didn't do as well as the previous two singles, only reaching number 17. A further limited edition of 'No Angel' was released in November 2001 with extra enhanced videos of 'Hunter' and live versions of 'All You Want' and 'Honestly OK'. It also included mixes of 'Here With Me', 'Thank You', 'Hunter' and 'Take My Hand' and an extra track Christmas Day. Also in November 2001 Dido won the Best New Act Award at the MTV Europe Music Awards. A fourth and final single from the 'No Angel' album, 'All You Want' backed with 'Christmas Day' was released as a limited edition 3" CD single in December 2001; it didn't enter the charts due to it being a limited edition.
'No Angel' was the best selling album of 2001 and sold more than 2 million copies during the year.
It got to number 1 in 13 countries and was the best selling album in the world. In February 2002 Dido won Best British Female Solo Artist and Best British Album for 'No Angel' at the Brit Awards 2002. In April 2002 'One Step Too Far' the track which Dido recorded with Faithless was released as as single, it reached number 6. Also in April 2002 the track that Dido co-wrote for Britney Spears, 'I'm Not A Girl, Not Yet A Woman' was released, it got to number 2.
In October 2002 Dido featured on the War Child charity album '1 Love'. It featured the track Dub Be Good To Me that she recorded with Faithless which was a cover version of Beats International's number 1 from 1990. She also featured on Santana's album Shaman on the track Feels Like Fire. 'White Flag', Dido's first solo single in almost two years was released in September 2003 and became her biggest solo hit to date, getting to number 2. Three weeks later her second album 'Life For Rent' was released and entered the chart at number 1. The album broke Amazon's pre-order sales record and also became the fastest selling album in the last six years, selling more than 152,000 copies on the first day of its release and 350,000 copies during the first week of its release. The title track from 'Life For Rent' was released in December 2003, it got to number 8. 'Life For Rent' was the best selling album of 2003 and sold more than 2.2 million copies during the year. It got to number 1 in 20 countries.
In February 2004 Dido won Best British Female Solo Artist (for the second time) and Best British Single for 'White Flag' at the Brit Awards 2004. 'Don't Leave Home' was released in April 2004, it only got to number 25. 'Sand In My Shoes', the fourth and final single from 'Life For Rent', was released in September 2004, it only managed to get to number 29 which is Dido's lowest chart position to date.
In November 2004, Dido featured on the 'Bridget Jones, The Edge Of Reason' soundtrack with Rufus Wainwright on the track 'I Eat Dinner (When The Hunger's Gone)'. Also that month Dido was one of the many artists who featured on the re-recording of the 1984 Band Aid charity single 'Do They Know It's Christmas?', under the name of Band Aid 20 to mark the 20th anniversary of the original song. 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' was the best selling single of 2004 selling more than 1 million copies, it was also the Christmas number 1.
Dido releases her third album Safe Trip Home on November 3rd. To celebrate the release, Look No Further, a new track was given away in late August on her official site. "Don't Believe in Love" followed as the lead single of the album with a music video. Due to the album being dedicated to her late father and the heaviness of some of the songs, Dido opted not to tour. As part of the creative process, Dido decided to have all the songs in the album have a short film as a music video, all shot in different parts of the world, showcasing different cultures.
In 2013, Dido released her fourth album titled "The Girl Who Got Away". The album would present a departure from the haunting, darker more acoustic sound of Safe Trip Home and wander more through the realms of electronica, folk-pop and folktronica. "Let Us Move On" was released as a promotional single featuring Kendrick Lamar. The lead single "No Freedom" would follow suit and has since become a fan favourite and seen an increase in interest, even being covered by Miley Cyrus. Dido gave birth while the album was being produced, so she opted to not tour for the album and focus on her newborn son, Stanley.
After five years of inactivity, Dido announced a new album titled " Still On My Mind" in late 2018. The promotional single "Hurricanes" saw her merging both the acoustic and electronic sounds of her previous albums. It appears on the Spanish version of TV show "Skam". She released the album on March 8th, 2019 and announced her first tour in 15 years. This also marked the first time she toured in Latin America. The first single released was "Give You Up" with the music video being directed by Sophie Muller. The song appears on the Netflix series "Locke and Key". The second single, "Take You Home" was released with a music video directed by Rankin. The third and final single "Friends" was released alongside a music video showcasing footage of her concerts while on tour. The album was critically acclaimed, reaching number 1 in the Independent Album Charts in the UK.
2) dido was a Japanese duo, consisting of singer and music artist おおたか静流 (Shizuru Ohtaka) and composer 加藤みちあき (Michiaki Kato). They debuted in 1989.
Alternative page: dido
Don't Leave Home
Dido Lyrics
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Your best friend I've come to be
Please don't think of getting up for me
You don't even need to speak
When I've been here for just one day
You'll already miss me if I go away
So close the blinds and shut the door
Oh don't leave home, oh don't leave home
And if you're cold, I'll keep you warm
If you're low, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
And I arrived when you were weak
I'll make you weaker, like a child
Now all your love you give to me
When your heart is all I need
Oh don't leave home, oh don't leave home
And if you're cold, I'll keep you warm
And if you're low, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
Oh how quiet, quiet the world can be
When it's just you and little me
Everything is clear, and everything is new
So you won't be leaving, will you?
And if you're cold, I'll keep you warm
And if you're low, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
'Cause I will be your safety
And I will be your safety
I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
The lyrics to Dido's song "Don't Leave Home" express the singer's desire to keep her lover close to her, to the point where she has become their best friend and they don't even need to speak to feel connected. She imagines herself as a ghost who doesn't need a key to enter their heart and their home, offering warmth, safety, and child-like comfort. She acknowledges her lover's vulnerability and seems to take advantage of it, making them weaker and more dependent on her, claiming their heart and making them believe that they don't need anyone else but her.
Throughout the song, Dido uses repetition, metaphor, and a soothing tone to convey her plea. The chorus, "Oh don't leave home, oh don't leave home," is repeated several times, emphasizing the urgency and the depth of her attachment. The metaphor of a ghost also recurs, creating an image of a presence that is both comforting and eerie, both intimate and haunting. The use of child-like language, such as "like a child" and "little me," adds to the sense of innocence and protection that Dido wants to provide.
The underlying message of the song can be interpreted in different ways. Some may see it as a beautiful romantic plea, while others may find it unsettling and manipulative. It's as if Dido wants to possess her lover completely, without giving them any space or agency. But ultimately, it's up to the listener to decide what they feel and what "Don't Leave Home" means to them.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a ghost don't need a key
You don't have to do anything special to have me. I will be there for you without any privileges or exceptions.
Your best friend I've come to be
I want to be your most trusted confidant and support you in your life.
Please don't think of getting up for me
I don't want to create an obligation in you to constantly serve me or do things for me. I want to respect your boundaries and independence.
You don't even need to speak
You don't have to communicate anything or conform to any social expectations for our relationship. I want to create a calm and effortless space for you.
When I've been here for just one day
Even in a short amount of time, I hope to have a positive impact on your life and make you feel better.
You'll already miss me if I go away
I hope to be able to connect with you deeply and create a bond of attachment so that even the thought of our separation upsets you.
So close the blinds and shut the door
I want us to create a private and intimate space of comfort away from the outside world.
You won't need other friends anymore
I hope to be able to fulfill all your emotional needs and become the sole person you rely on.
Oh don't leave home, oh don't leave home
I care for you deeply and want you to stay close to me.
And if you're cold, I'll keep you warm
I want to be your source of comfort and make sure you feel secure emotionally.
If you're low, just hold on
Even when you're feeling down or life is tough, I want to make sure you don't lose hope and have the strength to continue.
'Cause I will be your safety
You can trust me to create a safe and nurturing environment for you, free from harm or danger.
And I arrived when you were weak
I know you were vulnerable when we met, and I want to help you through that and become stronger together.
I'll make you weaker, like a child
I want to create a dynamic where I have control over your emotions and actions, like a parent-child relationship.
Now all your love you give to me
You have given all your love and affection to me, and I want to make sure I reciprocate that and create a balance in our relationship.
When your heart is all I need
I don't need anything else in this world as long as I have your love and devotion.
Oh don't leave home, oh don't leave home
You are an essential part of my life, and I want you to stay close to me.
Oh how quiet, quiet the world can be
When we are together, everything else fades away, and we create a peaceful and serene world of our own.
When it's just you and little me
Our relationship is simple and uncomplicated, and we don't need anyone else to be happy.
Everything is clear, and everything is new
When we are together, everything becomes more vivid and meaningful, and our connection feels fresh and exciting.
So you won't be leaving, will you?
I am afraid of losing you and hope to create a bond strong enough to keep you close forever.
I will be your safety
You can rely on me to protect you from harm and be your source of support, comfort and safety.
And I will be your safety
I want to make sure that you feel safe and secure with me, and that I am always looking out for you.
I will be your safety
I care for you deeply and want to create a positive and nurturing environment for you, free from harm or danger.
Oh, don't leave home
I hope you will stay close to me and we can continue to support and care for each other.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dido Armstrong, Rollo Armstrong
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Like a ghost don't need a key,
Your best friend I've come to be
Please don't think of getting up for me
You don't even need to speak
When I've been here for just one day
You already miss me if I go away
So close the blinds and shut the door
You won't need other friends anymore
Oh, don't leave home
Oh, don't leave home
If you're cold, I'll keep you warm
If you're alone, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
I arrived when you were weak
I'll make you weaker like a child
Now all your love you give to me
When your heart is all I'll need
Oh, don't leave home
Oh, don't leave home
If you're cold, I'll keep you warm
If you're alone, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
Oh how quiet, quiet the world can be
When it's just you and little me
Everything is clear and everything is new
So you won't be leaving will you?
If you're cold, I'll keep you warm
If you're alone, just hold on
'Cause I will be your safety
Oh, don't leave home
'Cause I will be your safety,
I will be your safety,
I will be your safety,
Ohh Don't leave home.
@DEEPAKSAINI119
most underrated singer. Meaningful lyrics.
@supastar25
+DEEPAK SAINI she's sooo underrated
@Neno0110
Yes.Her and Nicole Scherzinger.
@marcelageiger
And Anna Nalick
@marcob4630
Dido is not underrarted : she's not a mass product - she's a classic and classy singer only for conoisseurs and sensitive people
@christophgrambach8835
i agree, the LPs from adele are weak, 2-3-4 god songs, the rest rubbish, dido is special,dido isnt narcisstic,ike other superstars, shes so beautiful, i dont wanna know,how many guys in her life had flirt and more....,some girl are going mad,insane in the membrane :),but dido not, and we can see, this superstar-red carpet bulloshit,its not important to her,and i like it really,but i miss her songs,soft,sensitive,with message,pure! great
@eddieryan7639
One of the greatest under rated singers of all time.
@neildecarteret6143
Her song writing is second to none.
@charlesbulega9769
I agree with you...she has such powerful underated music
@Brooke52528
She's not underrated, though