Such a Shame
Greg Paulus Lyrics
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They are all I need to please me
They can stimulate and tease me
They won′t leave in the night
I've no fear that they might desert me
Diamonds are forever
Hold one up and then caress it
I can see every part
Nothing hides in the heart to hurt me
I don′t need love
For what good will love do me?
Diamonds never lie to me
For when love's gone
They'll luster on
Diamonds are forever
Sparkling round my little finger
Unlike men, the diamonds linger
Men are mere mortals who
Are not worth going to your grave for
I don′t need love
For what good will love do me?
Diamonds never lie to me
For when love′s gone
They'll luster on
Diamonds are forever, forever, forever
Diamonds are forever, forever, forever
Forever and ever
The lyrics to the song Such a Shame by Greg Paulus talk about the singer's preference for diamonds over love. The singer describes how diamonds can please and stimulate him, while also bringing him a sense of security – he has no fear that the diamonds will desert him like a lover might. He goes on to say that he doesn't need love because diamonds never lie to him, and even when love is gone, the sparkle of the diamonds will continue to bring him joy. The song concludes with the refrain "Diamonds are forever, forever, forever," emphasizing the singer's commitment to his preference of diamonds over love.
On a deeper level, the lyrics can be interpreted as a commentary on society's obsession with material wealth and status. The singer seems to be implying that he would rather have the material possessions that come with diamond ownership (power, status, security) than the fleeting emotional connection of love. The lyrics suggest that this preference for materialism is a flaw, a "shame" that the singer is unable to shake.
Overall, the lyrics to Such a Shame are both tongue-in-cheek and thought-provoking, challenging us to question our own attitudes towards materialism and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Diamonds are forever
Diamonds have a timeless quality that makes them valuable.
They are all I need to please me
All I need to be happy is the possession of diamonds.
They can stimulate and tease me
Diamonds have the ability to excite and tantalize me.
They won't leave in the night
Diamonds won't disappear when I'm not looking.
I've no fear that they might desert me
I have no worries that the diamonds will abandon me.
Hold one up and then caress it
I enjoy handling and admiring diamonds.
Touch it, stroke it and undress it
I enjoy exploring every facet and detail of a diamond.
I can see every part
I can examine every aspect of a diamond closely.
Nothing hides in the heart to hurt me
There are no hidden flaws or defects that could disappoint or harm me.
I don't need love
I don't require affection or emotional attachment from another person.
For what good will love do me?
I don't see the value in love since it won't satisfy me the way diamonds do.
Diamonds never lie to me
Diamonds are honest and true in their value and beauty.
For when love's gone
When romantic feelings fade or end,
They'll luster on
My diamonds will retain their brilliance and value.
Sparkling round my little finger
I wear my diamonds as a symbol of my wealth and status.
Unlike men, the diamonds linger
Diamonds are a more reliable source of pleasure and comfort than men.
Men are mere mortals who
Men are human beings who,
Are not worth going to your grave for
A person shouldn't be so devoted to a man that they sacrifice everything for him.
Diamonds are forever, forever, forever
Diamonds endure and maintain their worth over an extended period of time.
Forever and ever
Diamonds will always be valuable and desirable.
Writer(s): Gregory Stephen Paulus
Contributed by Daniel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.