1. Dio was an American hea… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with the name Dio.
1. Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio.
2. Dio is a Dutch hip hop artist.
1. Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Dio left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath drummer Vinny Appice. The name Dio was chosen because it made sense from a commercial standpoint, as the name was already well known at that time. The band released ten studio albums and had numerous lineup changes over the years, with Dio himself being the only constant member. Guitarists included Vivian Campbell, Craig Goldy, Doug Aldrich, Warren DeMartini, Tracy G, Jake E. Lee and Rowan Robertson. The band dissolved in 2010 when Ronnie James Dio died of stomach cancer at the age of 67. Dio has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide.
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Studio albums
Holy Diver (1983)
The Last in Line (1984)
Sacred Heart (1985)
Dream Evil (1987)
Lock Up the Wolves (1990)
Strange Highways (1993)
Angry Machines (1996)
Magica (2000)
Killing the Dragon (2002)
Master of the Moon (2004)
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2. Diorno Dylyano Braaf is a dutch hip hop artist rapping in Dutch language. His first major hit was a feature on a track by the Opposites named “Dom, Lomp en Famous,” which also features Willie Wartaal from Dutch hiphop band De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig. His next major hit was “Stuk” with The Partysquad, his first and only top 10 hit to date. After Stuk he released his first album named “Rock & Roll”, which brought him his first major hit as a not featured artist named “Tijdmachine,” which features the rapper Sef, and ended number 12 in the Dutch top 40.
Discography
Op volle Toeren mixtape (2008)
Tijdmachine mixtape (2008)
Rock & Roll (2008)
Benjamin Braafs festival (2012)
De Man (2015)
Venus (2017)
Egypt
Dio Lyrics
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Where the queen lies dark and cold
And when the stars won't shine, then the story's told yeah
When the world was milk and honey
And the magic was strong and true
Then the strange ones came and the people knew
That the chains are on
My, my, my in the land of no tomorrow
Where you pray just to end each day
And your life just slowly melts away
Each day you hear the sand as it moves and whispers
Come and sail on my golden sea
Maybe one day you'll be just like me and that's free
But still your chains are on
Yes your chains are on
Still your chains are on
You've seen them walking on the water
You've seen flying through the sky
They were frightening in the darkness
They had rainbows in their eyes
When the world was milk and honey
And the magic was strong and true
The the strange ones came and the people knew
Yeah that the chains are on
(That the chains are on)
That the chains are on in the land of the lost horizon
Where the chains are on
In the land of world was milk and honey
Still your chains are on
Where the queen lies dark and lonely
Still the chains are on
And the world was new and magic
But the chains are on, and the chains are on
Oh the chains are on
Yeah the chains are on, oh the chains are on
And the chains are on, see them walking on the water
And the chains are on, see them flying through the sky
They we're frightening in the darkness (yes chains are on)
They had rainbows in their eyes (the chains are on)
The lyrics of Dio's song "Egypt" describe a world that was once full of magic and wonder, but has now been overtaken by darkness and oppression. The land of the lost horizon, where the queen lies dark and cold, represents a world that has lost its way, and is now ruled by the chains of tyranny. The song speaks to the idea that even though there were once great wonders and beauty in the world, those things have been taken away by those in power, leaving people to struggle day after day with no hope for a better future.
The lyrics also suggest that there are still those who long for freedom and a better life, but they are trapped by the chains of their oppressors. Despite hearing the sand whisper to them to come and sail on its golden sea, they are still held captive by their circumstances. Even though they have seen glimpses of the magic that once existed in the world - such as the strange ones who could walk on water and fly through the sky - they are still bound by their chains.
Overall, "Egypt" is a powerful song that speaks to the struggle for freedom and the fight against oppression. It reminds us that even though the world may seem bleak and hopeless at times, there is still magic and wonder to be found if we are brave enough to seek it out.
Line by Line Meaning
In the land of the lost horizon
This refers to a place that is difficult to find or understand.
Where the queen lies dark and cold
The queen mentioned here is death, which is final and unpleasant.
And when the stars won't shine, then the story's told yeah
This line means that something terrible has happened or will happen.
When the world was milk and honey
This is a metaphor for a time of happiness and abundance.
And the magic was strong and true
This refers to a time when things seemed perfect and anything was possible.
Then the strange ones came and the people knew
This is a reference to outside influences that change the perfect world.
That the chains are on
This line represents being held back or being trapped.
My, my, my in the land of no tomorrow
This is a place that exists without hope.
Where you pray just to end each day
This line represents a feeling of hopelessness and despair.
And your life just slowly melts away
This means that time is passing and nothing is changing or improving.
Each day you hear the sand as it moves and whispers
A description of how the passage of time feels.
Come and sail on my golden sea
This represents a tempting opportunity or escape from reality.
Maybe one day you'll be just like me and that's free
This is a false promise or lie, suggesting that freedom is possible.
Yes your chains are on
This is a reminder that the feeling of being held back persists.
You've seen them walking on the water
This is a reference to powerful, god-like beings or miracles.
You've seen flying through the sky
This is another reference to miraculous events.
They were frightening in the darkness
The unknown and mysterious can be scary.
They had rainbows in their eyes
This means that these amazing beings have a deceptive, false quality to them.
Yeah that the chains are on (That the chains are on)
The feeling of being trapped endures.
And the chains are on in the land of the lost horizon
This is a hopeless place.
Where the queen lies dark and lonely
Death is an isolated, sad experience.
And the world was new and magic
This refers to a time of potential and excitement.
But the chains are on, and the chains are on
The situation has changed for the worse, but the feeling of being trapped remains the same.
Oh the chains are on
A repetition and emphasis of the feeling of being trapped.
See them walking on the water
This refers to the seemingly impossible happening, which is frustrating or scary.
And the chains are on, see them flying through the sky
Another reference to incredible, but ultimately meaningless, things.
They we're frightening in the darkness (yes chains are on)
Even when the 'strange ones' (presumably gods or other powerful entities) aren't around, the feeling of being trapped persists.
They had rainbows in their eyes (the chains are on)
This juxtaposes the amazing, supernatural with the feeling of being trapped, emphasizing the negative aspects of the situation.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMMY BAIN, RONNIE JAMES DIO, VINCENT APPICE, VIVIAN PATRICK CAMPBELL
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