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".
Simple
Jon Bellion Lyrics
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Hollow
Used to complicate, now I'm alright, alright
I'm fine
All I gotta do now is follow, follow, follow
Used to complicate, now I'm alright, alright
I'm fine
The synth and just my voice is fine (yeah)
You don't need to wear your makeup up, no, no
No need to mess with God's design
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Lets keep this simple and sweet
Way before you came, I was empty, empty
Empty
Used to complicate, now I'm alright, alright
I'm fine
All you gotta do now is tell me, tell me
Tell me
Used to complicate, now I'm alright, alright
I'm fine
You don't need no big production
The synth and just my voice is fine
You don't need to wear your makeup up, no, no
No need to mess with God's design
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
(No yeah, no yeah, no yeah)
You're just so simple and sweet
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Lets keep this simple and sweet
But if things get complicated
Don't worry, we gon' take it slow
Uh uh, uh, uh, uh, uh
But if things get complicated
Don't worry, we gon' take it slow
Uh uh, uh, uh, uh, uh
We keep it simple and sweet sing it out like
Na, na na na, na, na na, na na
Na, na na na, na, na na, na na
Na, na na na, na, na na, na na
Na, na na na, na, na na, na na
In the lyrics of "Simple" by Jon Bellion, the singer reflects on their past state of being hollow and empty before the arrival of a significant other. The repeated mentions of feeling hollow and empty convey a sense of emptiness and lack of fulfillment that existed prior to this relationship. However, with the other person's presence, the singer now feels content and at peace. The transformation from feeling complicated to feeling alright and fine suggests that the relationship has brought simplicity and ease into the singer's life.
The chorus emphasizes the simplicity and sweetness of the significant other, emphasizing that they are enough just the way they are without needing any embellishments or alterations. The lyrics highlight the beauty of embracing natural simplicity and staying true to oneself without succumbing to societal pressures or expectations. The references to God's design further underline the idea of appreciating and honoring authenticity and natural beauty.
The reassurance that "if things get complicated" they will take it slow suggests a commitment to navigating any challenges that may arise in the relationship with patience and care. The repetition of the phrase "we keep it simple and sweet" reinforces the importance of maintaining a straightforward and genuine connection without unnecessary complexities or drama. The use of repetitive, catchy phrases like "na, na na na" in the outro adds a playful and uplifting tone to the song, encouraging a sense of joy and light-heartedness.
Overall, "Simple" by Jon Bellion conveys a message of finding happiness and fulfillment in simplicity and genuineness, celebrating the beauty of uncomplicated love and embracing the purity of a true connection. The song's soothing melody and comforting lyrics serve as a reminder to appreciate the simple joys in life and to cherish the purity of authentic relationships.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, O/B/O DistroKid, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JONATHAN DAVID BELLION
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"Simple And Sweet"
[Verse 1:]
Way before you came I was hollow, hollow, hollow
Used to complicate now I'm alright, alright, I'm fine
All I gotta do now is follow, follow, follow
Used to complicate now I'm alright, alright, I'm fine
[Chorus:]
You don't need no big production
The synth and just my voice is fine... Yeah
You don't need to wear your makeup
Oh na na
No need to mess with God's design, you're just so simple and sweet
You're just so simple and sweet
You're just so simple and sweet
You're just so simple and sweet, yeah, yeah, yeah
Let's keep this simple and sweet
[Verse 2:]
Way before you came I was empty, empty, empty
Used to complicate now I'm alright, alright, I'm fine
All you gotta do now is tell me, tell me, tell me
Used to complicate now I'm alright, alright, I'm fine
[Chorus]
[Verse 3/Outro:]
But if things get complicated
Don't worry we gonna take it slow
But if things get complicated
Don't worry we gonna take it slow
We keep it simple and sweet
Sing it out like...
@Crantick
Such an underrated artist. He deserves more
@c9viperz860
IKR
@magichistory3386
+Corey Thomas He likes being small
@joshuareyes231
yeah he said he was fine with how life was now
@Crantick
Well that's good then ^
@John-pp6xy
I want him to get bigger but not to big because then there is going to be the bandwagons and it's going to be like bitch get the fuck away you are only here because other people like him.
@MusiColeMF
If this song was even 2 minutes longer, life would be incredible
@mariachirokova120
But then it wouldn't be simple then xD
@stephanielewis6606
+Maria Chirokova amazing response!! lol love it
@Kiyah27123
+Maria Chirokova lol😂😂😂