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    John Dillon tells his story of addiction and recovery through these 12 compelling songs. An accomplished singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer, John began his journey of recovery in 1992 at an addiction treatment center in Northeastern PA. He has maintained his sobriety through gratitude and service.

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After my stay in the rehab, I found the help I needed in the rooms of 12-step recovery. They said that to truly recover I needed to be honest, open and willing.

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(Written by John Dillon, ©2021 MotherDitch Music BMI)

I finally surrendered and confessed
My addiction brought me to my knees
When I truly admitted my life was a mess
The help I needed was there for me

A friend said I could stop the runaway train
Been where I’d been, found a way
To face the fear, ease the pain
Live a good life day to day

The help I needed was there for me
I just had to ask, had to be
Honest about my faults and mistakes
Open to a new way of life
Willing to do whatever it takes
The help I needed was there for me

We met for coffee at the Daily Grind
Down an old church basement stair
Room full of folks, all different kinds
Scent of coffee filled the air

Listened to stories of where they’d been
Did what they said, kept coming back
Made the coffee and a few friends
Soon my life was getting back on track

The help I needed was there for me
I just had to ask, had to be
Honest about my faults and mistakes
Open to a new way of life
Willing to do whatever it takes
The help I needed was there for me

Dug in deep to clear my past
Shared my secrets with a trusted friend
Prayed my faults be removed at last
To those I’d hurt, I made amends

Feeling much better, the fog had cleared
A whole lot less pain and strife
Shame and fear had disappeared
A spirit force was working in my life

Days of joy, days of sorrow
A bumpy road, but I’ll be fine
Don’t think about tomorrow
Take it one day at a time

The help I need is there for me
I just have to ask, and have to be
Honest about my faults and mistakes
Open to a new way of life
Willing to do whatever it takes
The help I need is there for me
The help I need is there for me

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from HOPE ROAD - from Addiction to Recovery, released May 13, 2022
John Dillon: vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, bass, drum programming
Vivian Nesbitt: backing vocals

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John Dillon Melrose, New York

JOHN DILLON is an accomplished singer-songwriter, guitar-maker, author, and producer who began his recovery journey in 1992. John is recognized for his work as producer of the public radio show Art of the Song. His book The 20-20 Creativity Solution gives readers a step-by-step process to enhance their creativity. In 2022, he released his fourth studio album HOPE ROAD - from Addiction to Recovery. ... more

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