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.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dio_(band)
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)
King Of Rock & Roll
Dio Lyrics
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Hot night summer in the city
Just above the smoking burn
Look out he's evil but he's pretty
And always gonna twist and turn
He's got the midnight madness
He's the king of rock and roll
Bad blood and everybody knows it
But everybody doesn't care
He's got the only way to show it
They want to see it everywhere
He's got to give you fever
He'll scratch your soul
He's the king of rock and roll
The king of rock and roll
Bad boy always on the cover
Gettin' the story told
Fast fast one way or another
'Cause you never never never never never got old
He makes a special magic
You got control
You are the king of rock and roll
He's got the midnight madness
He's got a soul
'Cause he's the king of rock and roll
King of rock and roll
Rock and roll
Rock and roll
Rock and roll
Rock and roll
The king of rock and roll
Yeah!
The song "King of Rock and Roll" by Dio is an electrifying rock track that paints the picture of a charismatic and enigmatic figure in the music scene. The opening lines of the song describe a hot summer night in the city, with the singer being described as both evil yet attractive. The lyrics suggest that the individual in question is a master of showmanship, twisting and turning their audience to their will with their magnetic energy.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the subject of the song is the self-proclaimed "King of Rock and Roll". While many may view him with disdain, the lyrics suggest that his fans are utterly devoted to him and will follow him wherever he goes. The chorus drives home the point that this individual is the undisputed king of his domain, with his infectious energy and sound scratching the very souls of listeners.
The song is notable for its driving guitar riffs, pounding drums, and Dio's distinctive vocal stylings. It's a classic example of the "heavy metal" genre and has been lauded for its infectious energy and memorable chorus.
Line by Line Meaning
He's the king of rock and roll
The person being described is the most prominent and influential figure in the rock and roll genre.
Hot night summer in the city
It's a warm summer night in the city.
Just above the smoking burn
The person is above a fire or some other source of smoke and heat.
Look out he's evil but he's pretty
Although the person may have a negative reputation, they are physically attractive.
And always gonna twist and turn
The person is unpredictable and always changing their behavior.
He's got the midnight madness
The person has an intense energy or excitement that is most evident at nighttime.
He's got control
The person has power and influence over others.
Bad blood and everybody knows it
There is tension and conflict between the person and others, and it's a well-known fact.
But everybody doesn't care
Despite the tension, people are still interested in and attracted to the person.
He's got the only way to show it
The person has a unique talent or skill that allows them to express their tension and conflict in a powerful way.
They want to see it everywhere
People are eager to see the person's talent or expression of conflict as much as possible.
He's got to give you fever
The person has a way of exciting and energizing others.
He'll scratch your soul
The person has a way of reaching deeply into someone's emotions or inner self.
Bad boy always on the cover
The person has a reputation for being rebellious and is commonly featured in media.
Gettin' the story told
The person is consistently the subject of news or gossip due to their behavior.
Fast fast one way or another
The person moves quickly and is always taking action.
'Cause you never never never never never got old
The person's energy and influence never fade or become irrelevant over time.
He makes a special magic
The person has a unique talent or quality that creates excitement and interest in others.
You got control
The person inspires others to follow and emulate their behavior.
You are the king of rock and roll
The person being described, in addition to the original king of rock and roll, has the qualities and influence necessary to also be considered a king in the genre.
Rock and roll
A characteristic style of music and culture.
The king of rock and roll
A reminder and reiteration of the person's status as the king of the rock and roll genre.
Yeah!
An exclamation of excitement or agreement.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES STEWART BAIN, RONNIE JAMES DIO, VINCENT APPICE, VIVIAN PATRICK CAMPBELL
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on The Last In Line
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