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# Dean Dillon

(1955)   Singer-songwriter

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Dean Dillon is a singer-songwriter.

## Quick Facts About Dean Dillon

Born March 26, 1955

Profession Singer-songwriter

## About Dean Dillon

American country musician... \| Dean Dillon is an American country musician and songwriter. Between 1982 and 1993, he recorded six studio albums on various labels, and charted several singles on the Billboard country charts. Since 1993, Dillon has continued to write hit songs for other artists, most notably George Strait.

##  Quotes by Dean Dillon

> [ Tom \[Collins\] was a great influence on me. He really pushed me...constantly demanded rewrites. And, as much as I despised them, it… ](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/dean-dillon/tom-collins-was-a-great-influence-on-me-he-really-pushed-me/)

Dean Dillon

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