She started her career in 1970s, but achieved a chart success in the 1980s working with the famous Stock Aitken Waterman team. Dean was elected three times as the 'Best Live Performer' by the Federation of American Dance Clubs (U.S.), and twice as a 'Best British Performer' by Club Mirror awards (UK). She participated twice in the A Song for Europe contest. In 1976, she took eighth place (out of twelve) with the ballad, "I Couldn't Live Without You for a Day", written by contest veteran Paul Curtis. 1984 saw Dean finish in seventh place of eight, with another dramatic ballad, "Stay In My Life", which she wrote herself. She also provided backing vocals for Samantha Janus in 1991's Eurovision Song Contest.
In February 1984 she entered the UK Singles Chart with the double A-sided single, "Evergreen" / "Jealous Love" which peaked at #63.Two months later however, she scored her first Top 10 hit with the re-release of "Searchin' (I Gotta Find A Man)", which peaked at No 6. Dean then released the follow-up "Whatever I Do (Wherever I Go)" (produced by Stock Aitken Waterman) in August which hit No 4. "Whatever I Do" was originally recorded by Michael Prince as "Dance Your Love Away", but the song was re-written by Mike Stock and Matt Aitken because Dean disliked the chorus. Its No. 4 placing gave Stock Aitken Waterman their first Top 10 hit. Further singles, "Back In My Arms (Once Again)" and "No Fool (For Love)" both peaked at No 41. These singles were included on her debut mainstream pop album, "Heart First", which did not sell well and failed to chart.
In 1985 Dean signed with label EMI Records, releasing the single "They Say It's Gonna Rain", which reached No 58 on the UK Singles Chart, although she secured a No 1 single in South Africa with this Stock Aitken Waterman produced single. Subsequent singles fared worse with "ESP", "Stand Up" and "Always (Doesn't Mean Forever)" failing to reach the UK Top 75. In early 1988 however, she achieved her biggest hit in four years with "Who's Leaving Who", which reached No 4. The follow-ups, "Maybe (We Should Call it a Day)", made #15, and "Turn It Into Love" (which was originally recorded by Kylie Minogue and included on her debut album, Kylie) peaked at No 21. Her second album Always (Hazell Dean album) was released in late 1988 and featured many of the singles from the past 3 years, as well as new material. The album charted at No 38 in the UK.
Dean left EMI and signed with Lisson Records, releasing two singles for the label. The first was a cover of Yvonne Elliman's "Love Pains" in 1989, produced by PWL producers Phil Harding and Ian Curnow. It reached #48 on the UK Singles Chart. It was nearly two years before she released her next single, the SAW penned and produced "Better Off Without You", which was originally recorded by Lonnie Gordon. The song peaked at #72. After the failure of these two singles, Dean no longer continued to work with Stock Aitken Waterman and began working with Ian Levine who had previously remixed and produced tracks with her in the mid 1980s.
During this time, Dean produced and wrote songs for Bad Boys Inc, Bona Riah (produced "House of Rising Sun"), Miquel Brown (produced "It's a Sin"), MEN 2 B (co-wrote "Love Satisfaction"), Upside Down and Sandra Feva.
1996 saw the release of Dean's next album, The Winner Takes It All, which was released on Carlton Records. This album contained covers of ABBA songs. The title track was released as a single. In 1999, Dean released a cover version of Bon Jovi's "Living On A Prayer" and, in 2001, a remixed version of "Who's Leaving Who" was released. Neither of these singles charted.
In 2007, Dean returned to record with Ian Levine, completing the track "Trade Him for a Newer Model" for the album Disco 2008. The music video for Trade Him for a Newer Model was released on YouTube by Levine in 2007. In 2009, a number of songs (that have never before been available on any Dean album in their original form) were released on iTunes, including some never before released remixes, while Cherry Red Records re-issued Dean's first mainstream pop album "Heart First" in early 2010.
2010 saw Hazell Dean sign to the dance label, Energise Records, who also have The Three Degrees, Sonia, Tina Charles and Nicki French signed to them. With Energise, Dean recorded an updated version of her 1980s single, "They Say It's Gonna Rain". The new track was produced by KlubKidz and has remixes from the Sleazesisters, Glamma and PMG. She also released the singles "Shattered Glass", "In The Name Of Love", "This Is My Life", "We Belong/Can You Feel It" & I Close My Eyes & Count To Ten" In 2013, she released an album entitled "In The Name Of...".
Cherry Red Records released a Deluxe Edition of Always on 23 April 2012. On 10 September 2012, a new 21 track greatest hits collection called Evergreen: The Very Best of Hazell Dean was released through Music Club Deluxe Records. The CD pressing features a bonus disc of 11 remixes and rare extended mixes of Dean's 1980s hits. On 21 December 2012, Dean performed at the Stock Aitken Waterman "Hit Factory Live" reunion concert at London's O2 Arena, along with many other former SAW acts.
2015 saw Hazell Dean release the single "24 Hours" through Energise. The single included mixes by Dean & Ware, and Matt Pop. Also included was the 2015 version of her classic Top 5 smash, Whatever I Do (Wherever I Go).
After the success of "Searchin'", Dean made her gay club début at Heaven in London and has subsequently enjoyed a large homosexual following. Always acknowledging the support she has received from the gay community throughout her career, Dean frequently performs at Gay Pride events both in the UK and abroad.
Dean continues to perform live and records with various producers, with tracks appearing via her official website.
In The Name Of Love
Hazell Dean Lyrics
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And she believed it was true
In the back seat of his Malibu they made love
For the worst and for the best
With their best friends as their guests
And in her mama's wedding dress she said I do.
She did it in the name of love
He was all she was thinking of
She did it in the name of love
Did it in the name of love
It's amazing what a heart's prepared to do
In the name of love.
Forever didn't last too long
A few short months and he was gone
But the love they made was growing strong inside her
She said I can't afford to raise him right
She asked for help but got advice
Couldn't choose to take a life so she had a child.
She did it in the name of love
She did it in the name of love
He was all she was thinking of
She did it in the name of love
Did it in the name of love
It's amazing what a heart's prepared to do
In the name of love.
She drove by his house today
And from a distance watched him play
Never gave herself away and cried
Now the only thing that keeps her sane
Is knowing deep inside...
The song "In The Name Of Love" by Hazell Dean tells the story of a woman who gets caught up in a whirlwind romance with a man who declares his love for her. She believes that it's true, and they make love in the back seat of his Malibu. They get married, with their best friends as their guests, and she wears her mother's wedding dress. She does everything in the name of love, believing that he is all she is thinking of. However, their forever doesn't last too long, and he leaves her after a few short months. Despite this, the love they made continues to grow strong inside her.
The woman finds out that she is pregnant and can't afford to raise the child alone. Although she asks for help, she only gets advice. She can't bring herself to take a life and decides to have the child. She admits that it's amazing what a heart's prepared to do in the name of love. The song ends with her driving by his house and watching him play from a distance, never giving herself away.
The song's lyrics are deeply emotional and showcase the power of love. It highlights that love can lead us to do things that we might not have imagined ourselves doing – both good and bad. It also reveals that love doesn't always last forever and that we have to deal with the repercussions of our actions. The story is one of heartache, resilience, and ultimately, acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
He said baby I love you
He expressed his love for her
And she believed it was true
She had faith in the truth of his words
In the back seat of his Malibu they made love
They had sexual intercourse in the back seat of his Malibu car
For the worst and for the best
Through the good and the bad times
With their best friends as their guests
Their closest friends were present during the event
And in her mama's wedding dress she said I do.
She got married in the wedding dress that belonged to her mother
She did it in the name of love
She made certain choices because of the love she felt
She did it in the name of love
Again, her actions stemmed from her love
He was all she was thinking of
He was the main focus of her thoughts
She did it in the name of love
Once more, her choices were guided by love
Did it in the name of love
Reiterating the theme of the song
It's amazing what a heart's prepared to do
Love can drive one to take incredible actions
Forever didn't last too long
Their relationship didn't endure
A few short months and he was gone
He left after just a few months
But the love they made was growing strong inside her
Her love for him continued to flourish
She said I can't afford to raise him right
She couldn't provide for the baby in the manner she wanted
She asked for help but got advice
She sought assistance but was only given guidance
Couldn't choose to take a life so she had a child.
She couldn't bring herself to terminate the pregnancy, so she gave birth
She did it in the name of love
Her decision to have the child was founded on her love for him
She did it in the name of love
Her actions were once again motivated by love
He was all she was thinking of
He was still the primary focal point in her mind
She did it in the name of love
Reiterating the theme of the song
Did it in the name of love
Once again, emphasizing the importance of love
It's amazing what a heart's prepared to do
Once more, underscoring the idea that love can make one do unbelievable things
She drove by his house today
She drove past his home today
And from a distance watched him play
She observed him from afar while he played
Never gave herself away and cried
She didn't reveal herself and wept silently
Now the only thing that keeps her sane
The sole factor that keeps her mentally sound is...
Is knowing deep inside...
This ellipsis adds a dramatic pause as the listener anticipates the conclusion
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