Beautiful Noise
Neil Diamond Lyrics
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Comin' up from the street
Got a beautiful sound
It's got a beautiful beat
It's a beautiful noise
Goin' on everywhere
Like the clickety-clack
It's got rhythm to spare
It's a beautiful noise
And it's the sound that I love
And it fits me as well
As a hand in a glove
Yes it does
Yes it does
What a beautiful noise
Comin' up from the park
It's the song of the kids
And it plays until dark
It's the song of the cars
On their furious flights
But there's even romance
In the way that they dance
To the beat of the lights
It's a beautiful noise
And it's the sound that I love
And it makes me feel good
Like a hand in a glove
Yes it does
Yes it does
What a beautiful noise
It's a beautiful noise
Made of joy and of strife
Like a symphony played
By the passing parade
It's the music of life
It's a beautiful noise
And it's the sound that I love
And it makes me feel good
Just like a hand in a glove
Yes it does
Yes it does
What a beautiful noise
Comin' into my room
And it's beggin' for me
Just to give it a tune
"Beautiful Noise" is a song that Neil Diamond wrote to celebrate the many sounds of life that surrounds him. It provides a vivid description of the different kinds of sounds that people experience while living in the city. The song speaks to the beauty of life, the ups, the downs, the joys, and the struggles that all come together to create a beautiful symphony that we call life. It is an anthem that encourages us to embrace the noise and to see the beauty of it.
Throughout the song, Diamond describes numerous sounds that he hears in the city, from the "clickety-clack of a train on a track" to the "song of the kids" playing in the park until dark. He speaks about the different rhythms and beats that are present in the sounds of the city, which are all beautiful in their own way. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "It's a beautiful noise, and it's the sound that I love, and it fits me as well as a hand in a glove," highlighting the idea that the sounds of life are unique to each individual and can bring great joy and comfort.
Overall, "Beautiful Noise" is a celebration of life in all its chaotic glory. It is a song that lifts the spirit and celebrates the beauty that we can find in the noise of everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
What a beautiful noise
The singer appreciates the sound he hears.
Comin' up from the street
The noise is originating from the street.
Got a beautiful sound
The noise has a pleasant tone.
It's got a beautiful beat
The noise has a pleasing rhythm.
It's a beautiful noise
The artist is consistently referring to the sound as being lovely.
Goin' on everywhere
The sound can be heard all around town.
Like the clickety-clack
The noise is similar to the sound of a moving train.
Of a train on a track
The artist is providing a simile for the sound he can hear.
It's got rhythm to spare
The noise has reliable and consistent rhythm.
And it's the sound that I love
The artist has strong feelings of appreciation towards the noise.
And it fits me as well
The noise is very agreeable to the singer.
As a hand in a glove
The artist is providing a simile to describe the sound's agreeable effect on him.
Yes it does
Confirmation of previously stated admiration for the sound.
Comin' up from the park
The source of the noise has changed location from the street to a park.
It's the song of the kids
The noise is a result of children singing, shouting or playing in the park.
And it plays until dark
The noise continues until nightfall.
It's the song of the cars
The sound of cars is now a predominant source of the noise.
On their furious flights
The speed of the cars is being likened to a bird's flight.
But there's even romance
Despite the noise being associated with cars, the singer still finds a romantic aspect to it.
In the way that they dance
The movement of the cars is being referred to as a dance.
To the beat of the lights
The artist is comparing the flashing of car lights to musical beats.
Made of joy and of strife
The noise is a mixture of both positive and negative sounds.
Like a symphony played
The singer is comparing the various sounds to a complex orchestral performance.
By the passing parade
The comparison to a symphony is made in relation to life's daily occurrences.
It's the music of life
Life is being compared to a musical composition with different sounds and rhythms.
Comin' into my room
The sound has now gone into the singer's room.
And it's beggin' for me
The singer feels a yearning to interact with the sound.
Just to give it a tune
The artist wants to adjust or enhance the sound.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Neil Diamond
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SEAMUS MC CARTHY
Excellent song and good visuals to go with it. As for the mistakes, what mistakes? This is the definitive Neil Diamond song for me because it finishes well rather than fades. The tendency to fade in other songs was a drawback for me, but the fact that this one finishes so beautifully makes it the perfect song for me. Perfect song, beautiful visuals, what's not to like about this piece of music? And yet at the time of posting, 25 people dislike. You can't please everyone I suppose.
Freiduum Forall
I bought this album on day 1 when I was just 15.....I am now 60...this song is as fresh as the day I first heard it so many years ago (where did those years go).....I thank you so very much.
Günter Düsterhus
Like me. The song touches the heart.
Ulrike
@Günter Düsterhus my heart too....
Dariel Mac Duev
Freiduum Forall: This is a Darrell speaking! Maybe you met your first love on this song. It would make me so happy!
Curtis Clary
This was the first Christmas gift from my to be step-grandmother when she was still dating my Grandfather.
Mandy 5671
My amazing mum passed away in 2017,I miss her so much! She had all Neil Diamond records on vinyl. I still listen and love Neil Diamond. I love his songs but it actually brings me to tears listening to them when I think of my Mum xxx
Digger Evans model railway
Same
lazydays
It's the songs we never forget Remind us so much ov our loved ones ❤ your not alone
Mona Nickles
I love Neil Diamond since I first came to this country and heard his music. He is absolutely the best. Such a unique voice and he's so awesome. My favorite singer ever.