He is currently signed to Visionary Music Group and Capitol Records. Bellion also opened the concerts from the third leg of twenty one pilots' Emotional Roadshow World Tour, which also featured guest artists Judah and the Lion.
Strictly a producer at age 14, Bellion became increasingly fed up with being asked for generic records. After literally giving singing and rapping "a shot" out of frustration, the now 32-year-old Bellion has developed an incredibly unique lane untouched by anyone. His obsession with moving forward and experimentation has driven him to create "solid and refreshing tunes", and in the words of Jon himself "that's all that really matters"
Jon's 2010 mixtape "Scattered Thoughts Vol. 1", an exploration of different genres all written, composed, produced, and sung by Jon, is available to download from his official site: http://www.jonbellion.com/
Bellion has since released three more mixtapes: Translations Through Speakers, The Separation, and The Definition.
His first album 'The Human Condition' was released on June 10th, 2016; his first piece of music that was sold instead of given for free. His second album "Glory Sound Prep" was released on November 9th, 2018. His single, "Crop Circles" was released on May 31, 2019.
Bellion embarked on The Glory Sound Prep Tour which began on June 12 and concluded on November 12 of the same year. He helped produce and write singles such as "Stacy" and "Life Must Go On" by Quinn XCII, as well as "Liar" and "Shameless" by Camila Cabello, "Graveyard" by Halsey, and "Memories" by Maroon 5, "Holy" by Justin Bieber, featuring Chance the Rapper. Bellion co-wrote multiple songs on Justin Bieber's Justice album, including the hit song "Ghost", which Bellion says he wrote about his late grandmother. The song reached #1 on US Pop Radio. He also co-wrote and co-produced "Vulnerable" from Selena Gomez's 2020 album Rare and co-wrote "Daisies" by Katy Perry.
On June 8, 2021, Bellion took to Twitter where he tweeted "New music" before quickly deleting the tweet. He then changed his social media into a "blacked-out" state a couple of weeks later. Jon was featured on Lawrence's song "False Alarms" released on July 22, 2021. Bellion released his first single in over 2 years, "I Feel It" (with Burna Boy) on September 17, 2021. On February 19, 2023, Bellion released an unfinished song called "Fallen" to his social media. The song features Jon Batiste.
In July 2019, Bellion launched his own record label called Beautiful Mind Records and signed the pop/soul band, Lawrence. Lawrence was the opener for most of his shows on the Glory Sound Prep Tour. He helped write and produce three singles off of their 2021 debut album Hotel TV: "Casualty", "It's Not All About You", and "The Weather".
Bellion has stated that his intention with this new label is to "take care of artists for the rest of their careers" and to create a family of musical creators who he supports and with whom he collaborates.
Bellion has stated on multiple occasions that Kanye West is one of his biggest inspirations. "I loved everything but it was Kanye West who really changed everything for me." Bellion has also stated that he was inspired by Eminem, Pharrell Williams, Coldplay, John Mayer, André 3000, and Paul Simon. Bellion has also made it known that he is a big fan of J Dilla and the animated film studio Pixar, drawing inspiration from the musician and computer animation film studio for both The Definition and The Human Condition. Bellion explains that he loves how Pixar movies are "simple yet presented in a way that is groundbreaking". Bellion credits much of his musical development and success to his bandmates whom he met while in college, expressing his love for them in his "Beautiful Mind Documentary" stating, "Everybody in my band has taught me something, and has gotten me to where I am because of them" continuing "I surround myself with people better than me at something, you will very rarely see somebody around me, especially musically, who I don't look up to".
Jungle
Jon Bellion Lyrics
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Give you three days if you're lucky, lucky
These Wall Street dogs they can smell ya, smell ya
But in my tent, there is shelter, shelter
I will take care of you
Put the heat down, put the heat down, down
So please don't be scared of me
Put the heat down, put the heat down, down
But you will be sleeping
Cause you're too pretty
You're, you're too pretty
And New York City is a jungle out there
Jungle out there, jungle out there
New York City, it's a jungle out there
Jungle out there, jungle out there
I said New York City it's a jungle out there
Sharks moving white on these corners, corners
No woods but trees like the forest, forest
You're not from here they can smell ya, smell ya
But in my tent there is shelter, shelter
Listen close
These models don't mean soda when they're offering coke
There's quicksand in this night life, it will swallow you whole
You sound so 'effing cute when you ask me, "What is blow?"
Singing New York city is a jungle out there
Listen close
These models don't mean soda when they're offering coke
There's quicksand in this night life, it will swallow you whole
You sound so 'effing cute when you ask me, "What is blow?"
Singing New York city is a jungle out there
I will take care of you
So please don't be scared of me
The Lion is creeping
But you will be sleeping, so
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In Jon Bellion's song "Jungle," he paints a vivid picture of the dangers and unpredictability of New York City, referring to it as a jungle. Throughout the song, Bellion acts as a protector, offering shelter to those who are in need. He mentions how those who are not familiar with the city can be seen as vulnerable prey and how he will take care of them. He also references the prevalence of drugs and the dangerous nightlife of the city.
The first verse begins with Bellion acknowledging someone's origin from Kentucky and giving them only three days if they're lucky. He adds that Wall Street dogs can smell them, but in his tent, there is shelter. He reassures the listener that he will take care of them and they don't need to be scared of him.
In the second verse, Bellion continues to warn about the dangers of the city, referencing sharks on the corners and quicksand in the nightlife. He adds that some models who offer "coke" aren't referring to the soda, and he finds it endearing when they ask what blow is. Overall, the song highlights the importance of being cautious in such a hectic environment.
Line by Line Meaning
You say your tribe's from Kentucky - tucky
You claim to be from Kentucky and it might take up to three days for you to get lucky
Give you three days if you're lucky, lucky
If you're lucky enough, you might get what you want in three days
These Wall Street dogs they can smell ya, smell ya
The Wall Street businessmen are aware of who you are
But in my tent, there is shelter, shelter
I offer you a safe space in my tent
I will take care of you
I will look after you and make sure you're safe
Put the heat down, put the heat down, down
Let's calm down and relax
So please don't be scared of me
Don't be afraid of me, I'm here to help
The Lion is creeping
Danger might be lurking
But you will be sleeping
You'll be asleep and unaware
Cause you're too pretty
You're too attractive and you might draw unwanted attention
And New York City is a jungle out there
New York is a wild and dangerous city
Sharks moving white on these corners, corners
Drug dealers lurking on these corners
No woods but trees like the forest, forest
Not a literal forest but a place where it's easy to get lost in
Listen close
Pay attention to what I'm saying
These models don't mean soda when they're offering coke
Models offering coke to get high
There's quicksand in this night life, it will swallow you whole
Nightlife can suck you in and ruin you
You sound so 'effing cute when you ask me, "What is blow?"
You sound naive when you ask what is cocaine
Writer(s): Jonathan David Bellion
Contributed by Joseph L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Jredizzle1
yo this guy is something special. not just the lyrics. the beats and vocals in his songs are .........different and i love it lol
@mdburt
+Jredizzle1 Totally agree
@f1y1ngmidget38
+Jredizzle1 100% agree :)
@marcuscoppola3
100% agree
@alondraramirez3620
I'm going r to his concert
@codemoody8243
hopefully it doesn't die like techno
@simplysuperior2505
Why has he not blown up? This man is so lyrically talented.
@juliomora1997
He's not very lyrical he just sings good
@markjohnson3191
He is though!! He's very talented , his songwriting , production and his voice
@owenbowler3320
kid funny you should say that. He wrote the song trumpets by Jason Derulo. Which used to be a popular song