Brian Kachejian 12 minutes ago
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Kensington, London, December 25, 1971—a fittingly unique birthplace and date for an artist who would become synonymous with a distinct and timeless voice. Dido Florian Cloud de Bounevialle O’Malley Armstrong, known simply as Dido, grew up immersed in a creative household, with her father’s publishing background and her mother’s work as a poet shaping her artistic sensibilities. From these early roots, Dido’s journey began, evolving from a classically trained musician at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama to one of the most influential and best-selling artists of her time.
Dido’s rise to fame came through her debut album, No Angel (1999), a work that initially gained modest attention before exploding into the mainstream. With hits like “Here with Me” and “Thank You,” the album sold over 21 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling albums of its era. Her voice’s haunting quality and her lyrics’ intimate storytelling struck a chord with listeners globally, and the sample of “Thank You” in Eminem’s chart-topping “Stan” further cemented her place in music history.
Her sophomore effort, Life for Rent (2003), brought further success, with the enduring hit “White Flag” showcasing her ability to craft poignant, universally resonant songs. The album dominated charts, demonstrating Dido’s knack for balancing commercial appeal with emotional authenticity. Over time, she continued to expand her artistic repertoire with albums like Safe Trip Home (2008), Girl Who Got Away (2013), and Still on My Mind (2019), each showcasing her evolution while maintaining the essence that fans fell in love with.
Dido’s accolades include multiple Brit Awards and an MTV Europe Music Award, alongside nominations for Grammy and Academy Awards. Her collaboration with Eminem, her understated yet commanding presence, and her ability to stay true to her artistry while achieving global fame set her apart in a rapidly changing music industry.
Above all, it’s Dido’s connection to her audience that remains at the heart of her enduring appeal. This A-to-Z catalog of her songs celebrates not only her remarkable discography but also the profound emotional resonance she continues to bring to listeners around the world.
(A – I)
“7 Seconds” – Live 8 (2005)
“All I See” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“All You Want” – No Angel (1999)
“Blackbird” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Burnin’ Love” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Christmas Day” – Platinum Christmas (2000)
“Closer” – Life for Rent (2003) (Hidden Track)
“Day Before We Went to War” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Do They Know It’s Christmas?” – Non-album Single (2004)
“Don’t Believe in Love” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Don’t Leave Home” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Don’t Think of Me” – No Angel (1999)
“Do You Have a Little Time” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Dub Be Good to Me” – War Child: 1 Love (2000)
“End of Night” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Everything to Lose” – Girl Who Got Away (2013) (Bonus Track)
“Feelin’ Good” – The Dance (2000)
“Feels Like Fire” – Shaman (2002)
“Fire and Rain” – Sounds Eclectic: The Covers Project (2007)
“For One Day” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Girl Who Got Away” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Go Dreaming” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Grafton Street” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Happy New Year” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Here with Me” – No Angel (1999)
“Honestly OK” – No Angel (1999)
“Hunter” – No Angel (1999)
“If I Rise” – 127 Hours: Music from the Motion Picture (2010)
“I Eat Dinner (When the Hunger’s Gone)” – Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004)
“I’m No Angel” – No Angel (1999)
“Isabel” – No Angel (1999)
“It Comes and It Goes” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
(J – N)
(O – Z)
“One Step Too Far” – Outrospective (2002)
“Paris” – White Flag/Paris (2003)
“Quiet Times” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Sand in My Shoes” – Life for Rent (2003)
“See the Sun” – Life for Rent (2003)
“See You When You’re 40” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Sing” – Songs of Mass Destruction (2007)
“Sitting on the Roof of the World” – Girl Who Got Away (2013)
“Slide” – No Angel (1999)
“Smalltown Boy” – BBC2 (2013)
“Stan” – The Marshall Mathers LP (1999)
“Stoned” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Summer” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“Take My Hand” – No Angel (1999)
“Thank You” – No Angel (1999)
“The Day Before the Day” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“This Land Is Mine” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Us 2 Little Gods” – Safe Trip Home (2008)
“White Flag” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Who Makes You Feel” – Life for Rent (2003)
“Worthless” – No Angel (1999)
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Brian Kachejian
Brian Kachejian was born in Manhattan and raised in the Bronx. He is the founder and Editor in Chief of ClassicRockHistory.com. He has spent thirty years in the music business often working with many of the people who have appeared on this site. Brian Kachejian also holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from Stony Brook University along with New York State Public School Education Certifications in Music and Social Studies. Brian Kachejian is also an active member of the New York Press.