Dean Lewis Grant Loaney, born 21 October 1987, is an Australian pop singer and songwriter, known professionally as Dean Lewis. He grew up in Mosman, a suburb of Sydney, with his parents, Ann and Grant, and three brothers: Rhys, Harrison, and Sean. His brother Sean played a pivotal role in his early musical journey, encouraging him to start writing songs and actively participating in the early stages of his career. From a young age, Dean was drawn to music, teaching himself to play the guitar. In 2005, after watching a live concert DVD of the band Oasis, he became inspired to pursue songwriting, with Noel Gallagher significantly influencing his musical style. Before achieving fame, Dean worked alongside his father as a cameraman and sound engineer for various Australian television programs. During this period, he composed over 80 songs before securing a recording contract, demonstrating his dedication and passion for music.
Four: Waves
Waves is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis. It was his debut single, released in September 2016, through Island Records Australia. ‘Waves’ is an emotional track about the fleeting nature of happiness and youth, capturing the feeling of nostalgia and longing for past moments that come and go like waves. The lyrics describe how the intensity of emotions and experiences fades over time, making it a deeply relatable song. It has garnered over 630M streams on spotify and over 185M views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube. The song gained widespread popularity after being featured in several TV shows, including Riverdale, Suits, Grey’s Anatomy, and 13 Reasons Why. It peaked at #12 on the ARIA Charts (Australia) and was later certified 7× Platinum in the country. The success of Waves helped establish Dean Lewis as a rising star in the music industry. The music video for “Waves” was directed by Mick Jones and released on 20 October 2016.
FYI
- Dean Lewis is known for maintaining a private personal life, keeping details about his relationships out of the public eye. As of 2024, he has not publicly disclosed any information about being married or in a serious relationship. His focus remains on his music career, with his songs often drawing from personal experiences and emotions.
Three: How Do I Say Goodbye
“How Do I Say Goodbye” is a deeply emotional song by Dean Lewis that was released on September 2, 2022.
It is a heartfelt tribute to Dean Lewis’s father, who was diagnosed with cancer. The song captures the fear, sadness, and helplessness of potentially losing a loved one, expressing the deep bond between a father and son. It has garnered over 570M streams on spotify and over 103M views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube. Dean wrote the song as a way to process his emotions and to let his father know how much he meant to him. Thankfully, after the song’s release, his father went into remission, making the song even more meaningful. The song became a fan favorite due to its raw vulnerability and universal theme of loss and love. It charted in multiple countries, resonating with people who have experienced the pain of saying goodbye to a loved one. The music video features childhood footage of Dean and his father, adding a deeply personal touch.
Two: With you
“With You” is a heartfelt song by Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis, that was released on January 9, 2025. This track showcases Lewis’s signature emotive storytelling and it serves as his most recent single release. It has garnered over 12M streams on spotify and over 6.5M views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube. “With You” delves into themes of love, longing, and vulnerability. The lyrics express a deep yearning to be with a loved one, capturing the emotional intensity of wanting to be close to someone special. Upon its release, “With You” received positive feedback from fans and critics alike for its emotional depth and Lewis’s soulful delivery. The song charted on the New Zealand Hot Singles Chart, peaking at number 15. The official music video for “With You” visually portrays the song’s themes of love and connection, enhancing the emotional impact of the track.
Discography
- A Place We Knew (2019)
- The Hardest Love (2022)
- The Epilogue (2024)
Awards/Nominations
- The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony that recognises excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of Australian music. Lewis has won three awards from 16 nominations.
- In 2018, Jessie Hill and Dean Lewis – “Be Alright” won best music video at the ARIA Music Awards.
- In 2019, Dean won the Best Male Artist award and the Album of the Year award for his first ever studio album called ‘A Place We Knew’.
One: Be Alright
This track is one of Dean Lewis’s most successful and well-known songs. It was released on June 29, 2018, as the lead single from his debut studio album, A Place We Knew (2019). “Be Alright” is a deeply emotional song about heartbreak, betrayal, and the process of healing. Dean Lewis wrote the song based on real-life experiences, both his own and those of his close friends. The lyrics tell the story of someone dealing with a painful breakup, struggling with the memories, but ultimately being reassured that things will get better. It has garnered over 1.9B streams on spotify and over 302M views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube. The song became a massive hit, reaching #1 on the ARIA Charts (Australia) and staying there for five consecutive weeks. It was certified multi-platinum in Australia, the US, and several other countries. The song helped launch Dean Lewis into global fame, solidifying him as a rising star in the music industry. Fans and critics praised “Be Alright” for its relatable lyrics and soulful delivery, making it one of Lewis’s signature songs.
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