Diamonds And Coal
Incubus污 Lyrics
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Just keep your eyes on your part and leave me alone to mine
If it?s good to instigate, we're a fast horse, bet on us
I'm not calling you an animal, I think we just fight too much
Come on, in spite of this we're doing just fine
Even diamonds start as coal
Give us time to shine
Both aligned in frame of mind but circumstance got us good
And now you're seeing a side of me I wished no one ever would
Yeah, if it?s right to pick a fight, we're fingers in a sugar bowl
Love isn't perfect, even diamonds start out as coal
Hello, in spite of this we're doing just fine
Even diamonds start as coal
Give us time to shine, even diamonds start as coal
Even diamonds start as coal
We're incomplete and infantile, even diamonds start as coal
Give it time girl, the fire feels divine
The sweetest things, they burn before they shine
We think way too much
Look at us losing touch
A promise is a promise until
Yeah, in spite of this we're doing just fine
Even diamonds start as coal
Give us time to shine, even diamonds starts as coal
Even diamonds start as coal
Yeah, we're incomplete and infantile
Even diamonds start as coal
The song "Diamonds And Coal" by Incubus污 speaks of a complicated and tumultuous relationship, where both parties are trying to figure out their own paths while trying to make the relationship work. The first verse suggests that while it may be good to complicate things, it might be better to remain focused on individual roles within the relationship. The second verse talks about being aligned in terms of mindset, but circumstances have caused a strain on the relationship which made the singer reveal a side that they never wanted to show anyone. The bridge reassures that, despite the challenges, they are still doing fine, and like diamonds that start as coal, they too need time to shine.
The chorus provides the overarching message of the song - that even the most precious things in life, like diamonds, start off as something less valuable or unrefined, such as coal. It's a metaphorical way of saying that relationships take time, hard work, and patience to grow and flourish, just as diamonds have to undergo a process of refinement before they can shine bright. The final verse expresses that the couple thinks too much and is losing touch, but they remember the promise they made to each other to work through whatever comes their way.
Line by Line Meaning
If it?s good to complicate then both of us are doing fine
Complications in our lives are adding value to it and both of us are managing to handle it well.
Just keep your eyes on your part and leave me alone to mine
Don't interfere in my life and focus on handling your own issues.
If it?s good to instigate, we're a fast horse, bet on us
If provoking is beneficial then we are always up to the challenge and can accomplish anything together.
I'm not calling you an animal, I think we just fight too much
I don't want to insult you but our frequent arguments are straining our relationship.
Come on, in spite of this we're doing just fine
Despite our issues, we are still able to maintain a decent relationship.
Even diamonds start as coal
Big achievements start from humble beginnings.
Give us time to shine
Be patient and give us time to reach our true potential.
Both aligned in frame of mind but circumstance got us good
We were on the same page but circumstances beyond our control have affected us badly.
And now you're seeing a side of me I wished no one ever would
You are witnessing an aspect of my personality that I normally hide and don't want anyone to see.
Yeah, if it?s right to pick a fight, we're fingers in a sugar bowl
Even though it's not wise to keep fighting, we can't help ourselves from getting caught in it.
Love isn't perfect, even diamonds start out as coal
Nobody is perfect and just like diamonds, love also has to start somewhere.
Hello, in spite of this we're doing just fine
Again, despite our issues, we are still making through.
Give it time girl, the fire feels divine
Be patient, the obstacles we face now will only make us stronger.
The sweetest things, they burn before they shine
Good things take time to develop and may come with temporary pain.
We think way too much
We over-analyze everything and that's causing tension in our relationship.
Look at us losing touch
Our overthinking is causing us to drift apart.
A promise is a promise until
Keep your promises, no matter what.
Yeah, we're incomplete and infantile
We both have a lot of growing up to do.
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