1) Dion DiMucci, 1960s Italian-… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 2 artists named Dion:
1) Dion DiMucci, 1960s Italian-American singer
2) Dion, Australian rapper and member of 1Team
1. Dion Francis DiMucci (b July 18, 1939), better known as Dion, is an Italian-American singer-songwriter now widely recognized as one of the top vocalists of his era, blending the best elements of doo-wop, traditional pop, and rnb styles, as well as a forerunner in the development of rock and roll.
Early years
Dion was born to an Italian-American family in the Bronx borough of New York City. As a child, he used to accompany his father, a vaudeville entertainer, on tour, and developed a love of country music – particularly Hank Williams – and the blues and doo-wop stars he heard in local bars and on the radio. His singing abilities were honed on the street corners of Crotona Avenue, where he rounded up other local singers inventing acapella licks, and in local clubs.
In early 1957 he auditioned for Bob and Gene Schwartz, who had just formed Mohawk Records. They recorded him with a vocal group, The Timberlanes, and released a single "The Chosen Few", arranged by Hugo Montenegro, which became a minor regional hit.
With the Belmonts, 1957-1960
Schwartz also signed up Dion's friends, The Belmonts, named after nearby Belmont Avenue. Their breakthrough together came in early 1958, when "I Wonder Why" made # 22 on the national US charts, followed up with "No One Knows" and "Don’t Pity Me" which were also chart hits.
This success won Dion and the Belmonts a place on the "Winter Dance Party" tour with Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. On 2 February 1959, after playing at Clear Lake, Iowa, Dion decided that he could not afford the $36 cost of a flight to the next venue [1]. The plane crashed, and Holly and the other stars were killed.
In March 1959, Dion and the Belmonts’ next single, "A Teenager In Love", was released, making # 5 in the US pop charts and # 28 in the UK. Their biggest hit, "Where or When", was released in November 1959, and reached #3 on the US charts. However, in early 1960, Dion checked in to hospital for heroin addiction, a problem he had had since his mid-teens. Further single releases for the group that year were less successful, there were musical and financial differences between Dion and members of the Belmonts, and in October 1960 Dion decided to quit for a solo career.
Solo stardom, 1960-1964
1961 album coverBy the end of 1960, Dion had recorded and released his first solo album, Alone With Dion, and the single "Lonely Teenager", which rose to # 12 in the US charts. Follow-ups "Havin’ Fun" and "Kissin’ Game" had less success, and the signs were that Dion would drift onto the cabaret circuit. However, he then recorded, with new vocal group the Del-Satins, an up-tempo number co-written with Ernie Maresca. The record, "Runaround Sue", stormed up the charts, reaching # 1 in the US charts in September 1961, and # 11 in the UK, where he also toured.
For the next single, the record company promoted the A-side, "The Majestic", but it was the B-side, Maresca’s song "The Wanderer", which received the radio plays and again rose swiftly up the charts, reaching # 2 in the US charts in December 1961 and # 10 in the UK. As a classic oldie, it made the UK top twenty again in 1976.
By the end of 1961, Dion was a major star, with a worldwide touring schedule, and he followed up with a string of hit singles – "Lovers Who Wander" (# 3), "Little Diane" (# 8), "Love Came To Me" (# 10) and "Ruby Baby" (# 2) all making the top ten in 1962. Several of these were written or co-written by Dion. He also had successful albums with Runaround Sue and Lovers Who Wander.
At the end of 1962, Dion moved from Laurie to Columbia Records, the first rock and roll artist ever signed to that label. Although the first single, Leiber and Stoller’s "Ruby Baby", was a big hit, reaching # 2, several follow-ups were less so, although "Donna the Prima Donna" and "Drip Drop" both reached # 6 in the charts in late 1963. Nevertheless, problems with his addiction and changing public tastes did cause him to enter a period of commercial decline.
Changing fortunes, 1964-1968
Following a European tour, Dion returned to the USA and was introduced to classic blues music by Columbia’s John Hammond. To the consternation of his management, he began recording more blues-oriented material, including Willie Dixon’s "Hoochie Coochie Man" and "Spoonful", but these releases – some produced by Tom Wilson, with Al Kooper on keyboards - were not commercially successful.
In 1966, Dion briefly reunited with the Belmonts for the album Together Again on ABC Records. Again, this bombed, despite one classic self-penned song, "My Girl The Month Of May". Although by this stage Dion’s career appeared to be nearing an end, he retained enough credibility to be, along with Bob Dylan, the only pop artist featured on the album cover of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band in 1967.
In April 1968, Dion had a powerful religious experience. After getting clean from drug use, he approached Laurie Records for a new contract, and they agreed on condition that he record the song "Abraham, Martin and John", written by Dick Holler (also the writer of The Royal Guardsmen’s "Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron") in response to the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Robert F Kennedy during the summer of 1968. The success of this song – later recorded by many others including Marvin Gaye – which reached # 4 in the US charts, resuscitated Dion’s career.
The mature period, 1968-1986
Born To Be With You, 1975For the next few years, Dion’s music became radically different, moving to more contemplative and mature material. He released several albums essentially as a singer-songwriter, to critical acclaim but moderate sales, moving to the Warner Brothers label in 1969.
There followed a one-off live reunion show with the Belmonts at Madison Square Garden in 1972, released on album. This was followed in 1975 by the album Born To Be With You, eccentrically produced by Phil Spector. The album was a commercial failure, but has been subsequently praised by such artists as Jason Pierce of Spiritualized and Pete Townshend of The Who.
In 1978 Dion released an album drawing on many of his teenage influences, Return of the Wanderer, another critical success and commercial failure. In December 1979 he experienced a life-changing religious experience, documented in this article [1]. Thereafter, his recordings for several years were in a contemporary Christian music vein, in which he released a number of albums on the Dayspring label reflecting his religious convictions.
Recent work
In 1987 Dion agreed to do a concert of his old hits at Radio City Music Hall in New York. This helped free him to celebrate both his past and his future, and led to a series of special appearances, including a fundraiser for homeless medical relief. There he shared the stage with fans such as Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Lou Reed, all of whom cited Dion as one of their prime influences.
In 1988 Dion's autobiography (co-authored by Davin Seay) titled The Wanderer: Dion's Story was published. In the following year, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the induction speech being given by Lou Reed.
In 1989 he returned to secular rock music with the album Yo Frankie, and since then has released several albums with contemporary rock artists. His Déjà Nu album in 2000 found him covering Bruce Springsteen, a major follower over the years.
He joined Scott Kempner of the Del-Lords and Mike Mesaros of The Smithereens in a short-lived band called Little Kings. A live album was later released, but not widely circulated or promoted.
In January 2006 he released Bronx in Blue, an album of blues and country standards, which was critically acclaimed and nominated for a Grammy. As a practicing Catholic, Dion pursues prison ministry and reaches out to men going through addiction recovery.
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2. Dion is a musician from Sydney, Australia. Currently, he is part of the 1Team music collective alongside Joeyy, Bic Flame, Facy, B9 and Shotti. Dion has been active since 2016, though he has essentially quit music twice, with large time gaps between any new releases.
(as best we know) Dion has a producer alter-ego: Avail, previously known as Deadman.
Dion frequently collaborates with Sudi (another Sydney based artist), Scrap Club (a collective from Stockholm, Sweden) and Redpriest.
Faith
Dion Lyrics
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Gonna make you understand
It's not about you, 'cause I am the fool
Building castles in the sand
If I am crazy, just don't care
It doesn't mean I don't want you near
This is the story 'bout me and you
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
Oh, Faith
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith
So many times and so many ways
I didn't know just where to go
You gave me a sign and opened my eyes
That's the reason why I know
That you are different, you're still here
I guess you figured me out right then
Now I believe that we can make it through
And that's called
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
Oh, Faith
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith
Have faith
So don't be afraid, to feel this way
Just hear me out
Stay
And that's called
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
It's not too late
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith (have faith)
In me
(Right beside you is where I'll stay)
Oh, yeah
(Count on me)
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith
In Dion's song "Faith," the lyrics encourage the listener to not be afraid of feeling a certain way and to understand that it's not about them. The singer admits that they may seem crazy but still want the listener near, and that the story of "me and you" is called Faith. The song goes on to describe the singer's confusion and uncertainty until the listener gave them a sign and opened their eyes, allowing them to believe that they can make it through together.
The repeated use of "have faith" throughout the song serves as a reminder to trust and believe in the relationship, even when things may seem uncertain or challenging. The lyrics also express the singer's desire for the listener to accept them as they are, without reservation or judgment.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of vulnerability and hope, with a message that encourages the listener to have trust, faith, and patience in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be afraid to feel this way
Don't hold back your emotions
Gonna make you understand
I'll explain myself to you
It's not about you, cause I am the fool
My behavior is not a reflection of you
Building castles in the sand
Dreaming of impossible things
If I am crazy, just don't care
Even if I'm irrational, accept me as I am
It doesn't mean I don't want you near,
I still need you by my side
This is the story about me and you
Our narrative together
And it's called
Faith!
Our story is centered around faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
I'll always be there for you
Oh Faith!
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith!
Believe in me and our journey together
So many times and so many ways
I didn't know just where to go,
I've been lost and unsure before
You gave me a sign and opened my eyes
That's the reason why I know
You helped me see the way forward
That you are different, you're still here
You're unique and special, but still with me
I guess you figured me out right then
You understand me on a deeper level
Now I believe that we can make it through
I have faith in our abilities to succeed together
Faith!
Right beside you is where I'll stay
Oh Faith!
Reaffirming our journey of faith together
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith! have faith!
Accept me for who I am and have faith in us
So don't be afraid, to feel this way
Just hear me out!
Stay
And that's called,
Don't be scared of our emotions, listen to me and stay with me
It's not too late
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith, in me!
It's never too late for us to have faith in each other
Oh yeah!
Just take me as I am, so please, have faith!
Yes, believe in us and take me for who I am
Lyrics © Anthem Entertainment, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Martin Karl Sandberg, Rami Yacoub
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Dont' be afraid
Feeling this way
I'm gonna make you understand
It's not about you
Cuz I am the fool
Building castles in the sand
If I act crazy
Just don't care
It doesn't mean I don't want you near
This is the story about me and you
And it's called...
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
Oh, faith
Just take me as I am
So please have faith
So many times
In so many ways
I didn't know just where to go
You gave me a sign
And opened my eyes
That's the reason why I know
That you are different
You're still here
I quess you figured me out right there
Now I believe that we can make it through
And that's called
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
Oh, faith
Just take me as I am
So please have faith
Have faith...
So don't be afraid
Feeling this way
Just hear me out ...stay!
And that's called...
Faith
Right beside you is where I'll stay
It's not too late
Just take me as I am
So please have faith in me
Right beside you is where I'll stay
It's not too late
Just take me as I am
So please have faith
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@Nebojsa1754
Only true faith is in Jesus Christ...when all are gone He is always there for you and WITH you...❤
@Koko-zk5ij
That song deserves more views… So sincere and good…
@davecarignan
This album has so many good songs ! Feel like it has been forgotten. She should perform a few of those LIVE !!
@davidneumann3527
Love is all we need in 2017 was great, I agree with you 100%. More of this album and of 2002-2019 in general in her shows please. So many great songs :)
@sandraorokodo7108
Totally love this album all over again.
@WaZai1123
100000000% love you 😍 🙂🙂🙂🙂 +100000000 points love 💕 this song!!!
@dahanesabra8870
I STILL HAVE IT . I USED A RECORDER AT THAT TIME .BEST MEMORIES WITH
@Clintsessentials
Agree
@angelvisions4315
20 Year Anniversary of the incredible ''One Heart'' (2003) album this year folks! 💯Celebrate this moment in 2023! ❤❤❤
@jindungs
This album for me hold the best souvenirs of my youth, back when I was a wide eyes innocent person. Not so much these days, but when I listen to her songs in this album, haah brings me back to the simple days. I miss those days. Merci beaucoup, Celine 🙏🙏