BOB DIPIERO

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Songwriter of “American Made,” “Take Me As I Am,” “Sentimental Ol' You," and "(Do You Love Me) Just Say Yes".

 

Since his first #1 in 1983, Hall of Fame Songwriter, Bob DiPiero has been responsible for an uninterrupted string of country music hits. One of Nashville’s most prolific and consistent songwriters, Bob possesses a humble drive to keep learning and stay relevant.
 

To date, he has had over 1,000 songs recorded by artists, countless hit singles, and an astounding 15 #1 hits. Bob’s songs have been featured in TV shows, commercials, and movies. Among his countless awards are: 50 BMI Million Air honors, multiple Songwriter of the Year awards and two consecutive Triple Play awards for three #1 songs within a 12-month period.

In November of 2017, he received yet another incredible honor when BMI presented Bob with their presTgious Icon Award celebraTng his outstanding career achievements and honoring his unique and indelible influence on generaTons of music makers. Previous recipients include Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton and Kris Kristofferson. This remarkable accolade leaves no question that Bob DiPiero’s career has truly been iconic.

In 2007, Bob was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Nashville’s Walk of Fame. The Country Music Hall of Fame honored Bob in 2014 with their prestigious “Poets and Prophets Series: Salute to Legendary Songwriter Bob DiPiero” and the Country Music Association presented him with the first CMA Chairman’s Award as well.

He continues to be honored. In 2020, Bob received the first CMA Advocate Award. His most recent honor was presented by his Alma Mater, Youngstown State University. Bob was invited to give the commencement address and honored with a Doctorate of Music from the Dana School of Music in 2023.

 

Bob remains an in-demand songwriter with major recording artists; is passionate about mentoring new songwriters, can be seen performing his music around the country and is currently working on his first book entitled, “Becoming Number One.”