That's Why You're Beautiful
Beyoncé Lyrics


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Diamonds used to be coal
Look young 'cause they got soul
That's why they're beautiful
And my heart used to be cold
'Til your hands laid on my soul
Baby, and that's why you're beautiful

I'm not wondering why
The sky's blue, that's not my business
All I know is I
Look up and tell myself
Be patient, love, that could be us

The lovers used to make love
And died just to give us
Their piece of the beautiful
Remember when we made love?
Love
Wasn't it beautiful?

Don't ask me why
The sky's blue, that's not my business
All I know is I
Look up and tell myself
Be patient, love (be patient, love)
That could be us (that could be us)

Diamonds used to be coal (be coal)
Look young 'cause they got soul (got soul)
And my heart used to be cold (be cold)
'Til your hands laid on my soul (my soul)
Somebody's got to stay deep in love
That could be us
That's why we're beautiful
That's why you're beautiful, ooh ohh

Oh why, oh why, ohh
Why, oh why, why
That's why you're beautiful




That's why you're beautiful
That's why you're beautiful

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "That's Why You're Beautiful" by Beyoncé tell the story of a person's transformation from a cold-hearted soul to someone who has learned to appreciate love. The use of the metaphor of diamonds being transformed from coal as a symbol of how love has softened and beautified the singer’s harsh and unyielding heart. She sings how her heart used to be cold and how it was only after she met her partner that she learned to appreciate the value of love. The singer acknowledges the beauty in being patient and waiting for love, comparing this spiritual patience to the patience involved in waiting for the sky to change color.


The second verse refers to "lovers" who died just to give us "their piece of the beautiful." These two lines allude to the idea of love being timeless and how previous generations have made sacrifices for the love that is still possible today. Beyoncé portrays love in this way to show that it isn’t just about oneself, but something that can be built upon through generations.


Overall the lyrics of "That’s Why You’re Beautiful" are a celebration of love and how it transforms life. The song is about the emotional journey from coldness to warmth, and how love has helped to lighten up the darkness. Beyoncé sings about how true love can change hearts, and how it is worth waiting for.


Line by Line Meaning

Diamonds used to be coal
Just like diamonds used to be coal, people can transform and become beautiful.


Look young 'cause they got soul
Young looking people have soul, beauty and positive energy.


That's why they're beautiful
People with soul and positivity are beautiful.


And my heart used to be cold
The artist's heart used to be closed off and unfeeling.


'Til your hands laid on my soul
But the artist was touched and warmed by the love of another person.


Baby, and that's why you're beautiful
That person's warmth and love made them beautiful to the singer.


I'm not wondering why
The singer is not concerned with why things are the way they are.


The sky's blue, that's not my business
They don't need to understand the reasons behind the world's beauty.


All I know is I
The artist only knows what they themselves feel.


Look up and tell myself
The artist is reminding themselves to be patient and hopeful.


Be patient, love, that could be us
They are thinking positively and envisioning themselves in a happy relationship.


The lovers used to make love
The artist is reflecting on the love between past generations.


And died just to give us
Those lovers gave future generations the gift of beauty and love.


Their piece of the beautiful
Their love is a part of the greater beauty in the world.


Remember when we made love?
The singer is addressing a past lover or partner.


Love
The artist is emphasizing the importance of love in their life.


Wasn't it beautiful?
They are reminiscing and appreciating the past beauty of their love.


Somebody's got to stay deep in love
The singer believes that someone has to stay committed to love and positivity.


That could be us
The singer is hopeful that they could be the ones to stay in love and create beauty.


That's why we're beautiful
People who stay committed to love and positivity are beautiful.


That's why you're beautiful, ooh ohh
The person addressed in the song is beautiful because they have shown the artist love and positivity.


Oh why, oh why, ohh
The artist is expressing their wonder and appreciation.


Why, oh why, why
They do not know why things are the way they are.


That's why you're beautiful
But they know that the person they love is beautiful because of their soul and positivity.


That's why you're beautiful
The singer repeats their statement of appreciation and admiration.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, James Edward Ii Fauntleroy, Andrew Robert Hey

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

EDY

Diamonds used to be coal
Look young cause they got soul
That's why they're beautiful
And my heart used to be cold
'Til your hands laid on my soul
Baby, that's why you're beautiful

I'm not wondering why...
The sky's blue; that's not my business
All I know is I...
Look up and tell myself
"Be patient, love... that could be us..."

Lovers used to make love
And die just to give us
Their piece of the beautiful
Remember when we made love?
Love...
Wasn't it beautiful?
Don't ask me why
The sky's blue; that's not my business
All I know is I...
Look up and tell myself
"Be patient, love... that could be us..."

Diamonds used to be coal
Look young cause they got soul
That's why they're beautiful
And my heart used to be cold
'Til your hands laid on my soul
Baby, that's why you're beautiful
Somebody's got to stay deep in love
That could be us.
That's why we're beautiful
That's why you're beautiful
Ooh
Why, why
That's why you're beautiful
That's why you're beautiful
That's why you're beautiful



All comments from YouTube:

Rosie Rose

This is one of her best underrated songs…, it’s my favorite from her. Her vocals and she was simplistic with it!

Karmen Ball

This song is so damn BEAUTIFUL

Nadya Ellahi

Back in 2010 when I was 10 I had this album on repeat, and now I know the meaning of the songs..

Keronica !

This is her BEST album of ALL times

Jesus Sees

Omg I feel old as fuck reading your comment LOL!!! I loved her albums when I was young too! Love this lady!!!

Karl Burrow

One of the best she’s ever recorded

Zyiyah Perez

I USE TO LISTEN TO THIS SONG ALL DAY EVERYDAY ONE OF MY TOP BEYONCE FAVORITE SONGS #2 FAV

AmoryNora319

Zyiyah Perez same girl top 5

Khadeja Smith

this is one of her BEST! I SWEAR.

Hannah Heath

This song is so underrated!😔❤️

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