Dio 'Rainbow In The Dark' REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach / Opera Singer

Based on our last poll on the community page, Dio is back with "Rainbow In The Dark". I wanted to see why you voted for one of his most popular songs, following him leaving Black Sabbath and forming Dio in 1983.

Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Dio performing "Rainbow In The Dark” live in 2005.
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Performed by Dio - Words and Music by Dio
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[Rubberlegs]

Rest in peace, Ronnie. A voice of a dragon, a soul of a wizard, a heart of an angel.

[ronnienose]

The guitarist, Doug Aldrich, has said that Ronnie really wasn't well at this gig. But despite health problems he said that the great man still gave it his all every night.

[DVANTNAB]

This song is very significant in Dio's career. It was inspired by his time with Black Sabbath where most of the time he felt excluded and rejected by the band. Black Sabbath's music is often relatively dark and ominous with occult references and themes. Dio had just left Rainbow to be the frontman for Sabbath and he felt more connected to Rainbow's more lighthearted songs vs. Sabbath's darker tone. This is where the song takes a double meaning. He felt like a metaphorical rainbow trying to shine through the darkness of Black Sabbath, and also that no matter how difficult the experience became, he would always shine, like a rainbow after a storm.

Also, as a side note on his vocal style, this is very easily seen when compared to Ozzy during his Black Sabbath tenure. Ozzy, as well as many rock/metal lead singers of the time, tended to sing with the riffs, essentially accompanying the music with their vocals, whereas Dio would sing across the riffs providing contrast in tone and isolating his voice at specific parts of the song. It's actually very genius songwriting and composition as it creates instantly memorable moments in a song that keeps people coming back and analyzing for decades after its creation.

[GanjaLibre]

"I can't get enough Dio in my life"

She is the one

[RickReasonnz]

The wonderful thing is Elizabeth has fully embraced her love for Dio, but the tragedy is that she will never get to interview him. What a conversation that would have been!

[pallo]

I'm totally amazed about the way she can 'read' every single song and the musicians. She's so empathic, so positive and capable to find the good in every gesture. Loving her!!

[andrewsitek]

Not sure if anyone has shared this in previous Dio videos, but not only was he a very giving performer, but he was a genuinely good person.

From his wife after his death:

"One time, I think it was with Dio, we'd left after a show on the bus, we were pulling out, and there was a kid sitting on the side of the road. And Ronnie said, "Stop, and see what's going on." And so Ronnie personally got out and said, "What's wrong?" And the kid said, "Well, I've missed my last bus home." And so they ask him where he was going, and they say, "Well, hop on the bus. We'll give you a ride." And that was Ronnie."

[SoulRollerFIN]

Imagine being sick, knowing that you'll end sooner than later, but still giving a helluva performance like this. What a great little man.

[michaelconrad]

This premiered the day after my birthday. RJD once told me, "Friends don't shake hands, they hug" as he hugged me. I will always love Ronnie and shed a tear when I hear his music. Freaking miss this man.

[CryTheRaven]

Dio not only means “god” in Latin, but also in Metal.

[henryhallward]

Dio is like a loving grandpa we all deserve, so encouraging

[BCTTV_DTJ]

The guitarist is Doug Aldrich but the solo was written by Vivian Campbell. Doug is one of those guys that tries to stay true to the original solo as much as possible and he does an amazing job here.

[LadyHeathen]

Dio’s showcase of vocal prowess “Last in Line “

[aaronhall]

Appreciated your thoughts on his interactions with the audience, he was one of the few music acts that truly saw his audience. I saw DIO whenever he came to Portland Oregon and on the “Killing The Dragon” tour we were in the balcony at Roseland Theater when he started singing “Rainbow In the Dark” and we started to do the “we’re not worthy” bowing from the “Wayne’s World” movie. He stopped singing, flashed us the devil horns and said “you are worthy, you are all worthy”. Not only was it awesome, but it was cool to realize he understood a reference to “Wayne’s World”. And he always came out to the alley behind the Roseland to say hi to the fans after the shows.

[Saimeren]

25:25 People often interpret Heavy Metal as just being nothing more than aggression for aggression's sake. It's angry and destructive and violent. Which it can be. But generally speaking, if you actually read the lyrics, they're often about being yourself. They're about "Hey, you're not alone." and "Don't be afraid to be who you want to be, and don't worry about what other people think."

[paulferreira]

Elizabeth, I have no doubt if RJD was still alive, you’d be enjoying a tea time interview with him at some point. What a treat that would have been for all of us. He was the best. Thanks for all you are doing.
The music lives on.🤟

[kenklein]

The original guitarist was Viv Campbell, the guitarist here is Doug Aldrich. He’s a journeyman that has played with just about every major hard rock/ metal band. Obviously a tremendously talented player.

[mattrusnak]

I remember hearing a story about dio meeting fans, how he would always do what he could to make it a positive experience despite whatever bad thing might have been happening in his life, because he knew that while his one day might be bad, he would probably forget it, but the fan would remember that experience for their entire life

[kostaskritsilas]

slowly but surely, Elisabeth is becoming a metal head. Its just great to see. First, she started appreciating the singing. Now she is beginning to appreciate the guitar solos, too.

[goose]

You were right, the ending to this performance is not present in the album version. I'm sure he did this just to show his appreciation for his fans, he was like that. He genuinely appreciated and loved all of his fans, and importantly he made time for them to meet him. Metal god though he was, he was very humble, kind and friendly. He never had an ounce of arrogance, condescension or impatience with his followers. He had massive gratitude and appreciation for them. People loved him, and he loved them!