Hungry For Heaven

Dio

About Hungry For Heaven

"Hungry for Heaven" is the seventh single released by heavy metal band Dio and the second single from their 1985 LP, Sacred Heart. Many different versions of the single exist; the original UK release had the B-side songs "King of Rock and Roll" and a live version of "Like the Beat of a Heart". An international version, however, had live versions of the songs "Holy Diver" and "Rainbow in the Dark" on the B-side, with a different sleeve design. The Australian release featured "The Last in Line" on the B-side, but this may have been a promotional release. The single peaked at #30 on the Billboard Top Album Tracks chart. A different version of this song also made an appearance in the 1985 movie Vision Quest. 


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2010
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You're a dancer
But you're dancing on air
Just a matter of time till you fall

You're a dreamer
One night at the fair
But still you want it all

You're in danger
The last of a line
But the vision lasts forever

So just hold on
You can make it happen for you
Reach for the stars and you will fly

You're Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
But you need a little hell

You're a runner
But you're chasing yourself
Feel the hot breath on your shoulder

You're emotion
Running cold running warm
The young just getting older

We are sunlight
We can sparkle and shine
And our dreams are what we're made of

So just hold on
You can make it happen for you
Reach for the stars and you will fly

You're Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
Hungry For Heaven

You're a dancer
But you're dancing on air
Just a matter of time till you fall

You're a dreamer
One night at the fair
But still you want it all

You're in danger
The last of a line
But the vision lasts forever

So just hold on
You can make it happen for you
Reach for the stars and you will fly

You're Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
But you need a little hell

You're a runner
But you're chasing yourself
Feel the hot breath on your shoulder

You're emotion
Running cold running warm
The young just getting older

We are sunlight
We can sparkle and shine
And our dreams are what we're made of

So just hold on
You can make it happen for you
Reach for the stars and you will fly

You're Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
Hungry for Heaven
But you need a little hellHungry for Heaven
But you need a little hell

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Dio

Dio was an American heavy metal band formed in 1982 and led by vocalist Ronnie James Dio, after he left Black Sabbath with intentions to form a new band with fellow former Black Sabbath member, 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. Dio means "God" in Italian. more »

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Written by: RONNIE JAMES DIO, JIMMY BAIN

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11 facts about this song

Album Debut
"Hungry for Heaven" is a song by American heavy metal band Dio. It first appeared on their second studio album, "The Last in Line," released in 1984.
Influence
The song incorporates elements of heavy metal, hard rock, and symphonic rock, showcasing Dio's vast musical influence and versatility.
Notable Soundtrack
"Hungry for Heaven" was featured in the 1985 film "Vision Quest," which starred Matthew Modine and Linda Fiorentino. Its inclusion in the film soundtrack helped raise its prominence.
Chart Success
The track managed to reach number 30 on the Mainstream Rock (Billboard) chart in the United States, marking it one of Dio's most successful singles.
Musical Structure
The song is notable for its upbeat rhythm, catchy chorus and clean guitar solo, exemplifying Vivian Campbell’s distinctive playing style within the band.
Lyric Content
The lyrics of "Hungry for Heaven" reflect a theme of striving and achieving one's goals, maintaining a focus despite difficulties, which resonated widely with fans.
Personnel
The song showcases the talents of Dio's line-up during the time, including Ronnie James Dio (lead vocals), Vivian Campbell (lead guitar), Jimmy Bain (bass), and Vinny Appice (drums).
Sequel Album
Despite being on "The Last in Line" album, "Hungry for Heaven" was also featured on Dio's Sequel Album "Sacred Heart" that was released in 1985.
Iconic Vocals
The song is also noteworthy for the strong and clear vocals by Ronnie James Dio, who is often mentioned as one of the greatest voices in the history of rock and heavy metal music.
International Popularity
"Hungry for Heaven" gained notable popularity not only in the United States but also across the world, reinforcing Dio's international success.
Music Video
The music video for "Hungry for Heaven," which features scenes from the film "Vision Quest," helped to popularize the song among MTV viewers.

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