Diamonds
Rihanna (feat. Kanye West) Lyrics
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They won't leave in the night
I've no fear that they might
Desert me
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever)
Throw your diamonds in the sky if you feel the vibe
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever, forever)
Forever ever? Forever ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
Ever, ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
Close your eyes and imagine, feel the magic
Vegas on acid, seen through Yves St. Laurent glasses
And I've realized that I've arrived
Cause it take more than a magazine to kill my Vibe
Does he write his own rhymes, well sort of, I think 'em
That mean I forgot better shit than you ever thought of
Damn, is he really that caught up?
I ask if you talked about classics, do my name get brought up?
I remember I couldn't afford a Ford Escort
Or even a four-track recorder
So it's only right that I let the top drop on a drop-top Porsche
It's for yourself, that's important
If your stripper name "Porscha" and you get tips from many men
Then your fat friend, her nickname is "Minivan"
Excuse me, that's just the Henny, man
I smoke, I drink, I'm supposed to stop, I can't because
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever)
Throw your diamonds in the sky if you feel the vibe
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever, forever)
The Roc is still alive every time I rhyme
Forever ever? Forever ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
Ever, ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
I was sick about awards, couldn't nobody cure me
Only playa that got robbed but kept all his jewelry
Alicia Keys tried to talk some sense in him
30 minutes later sein' there's no convincin' him
What more could you ask for? The international asshole
Who complain about what he is owed?
And throw a tantrum like he is 3 years old
You gotta love it though somebody still speaks from his soul
And wouldn't change by the change, or the game, or the fame
When he came in the game, he made his own lane
Now all I need is y'all to pronounce my name
It's Kanye, but some of my plaques, they still say Kayne
Got family in the D, Kin-folk from Motown
Back in the Chi, them Folks ain't from Moe Town
Life movin' too fast I need to slow down
Girl ain't give me no ass, ya need to go down
My father been said I need Jesus
So he took me to church and let the water wash over my caesar
The preacher said we need leaders
Right then my body got still like a paraplegic
You know who you call, you got a message, then leave it
The Roc stand tall and you would never believe it
Take your diamonds and throw 'em up like you bulimic
Yeah, the beat cold but the flow is anemic
After debris settles and the dust get swept off
Big K pick up where young Hov left off
Right when magazines wrote Kanye West off
I dropped my new shit, it sound like the best of
A&R's lookin' like, "Pssh, we messed up"
Grammy night, damn right, we got dressed up
Bottle after bottle till we got messed up
In the studio, with Really Doe, yeah, he next up
People askin' me if I'm gon' give my chain back
That'll be the same day I give the game back
You know the next question dog: "Yo, where Dame at?"
This track the Indian dance to bring our reign back
"What's up with you and Jay, man, are y'all ok man?"
They pray for the death of our dynasty like "Amen"
R-r-r-r-right here stands a man
With the power to make a diamond with his bare hands
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever)
Throw your diamonds in the sky if you feel the vibe
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever, forever)
The Roc is still alive every time I rhyme
Forever ever? Forever ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
Ever, ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever)
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever, forever)
The song “Diamonds” by Rihanna (ft. Kanye West) manifests the idea of diamonds being forever and surmises that no matter what happens they won’t go away. The lyrics proclaim the everlasting nature of diamonds and that they won't abandon one in adverse situations. The song encourages the audience to embrace the value of diamonds in their life, as they signify eternity and permanence. The chorus implies that diamonds should be thrown in the sky to bring positive energy and vibes. The song is an ode to the notion of eternity and a representation of the charisma and grandeur of diamonds.
Kanye West's rap verse in the song touches upon his journey in the music industry, his accomplishments, and his views on his critics. The verse also allows him to celebrate his success and express his belief in his unique musical style. Kanye highlights the need to stay genuine and authentic with his music and message, a characteristic often associated with diamonds. In summary, the song “Diamonds” embodies the idea of permanence, positive vibes, and the authenticity that comes with staying true to one’s self.
Line by Line Meaning
Diamonds are forever
The beauty and value of diamonds are eternal.
They won't leave in the night
Diamonds are loyal and won't betray you.
I've no fear that they might
The singer is confident in the reliability of diamonds.
Desert me
Diamonds won't abandon the artist in their time of need.
Throw your diamonds in the sky if you feel the vibe
If you're feeling good, show your appreciation for your wealth and success.
The Roc is still alive every time I rhyme
The label Roc-A-Fella Records continues to thrive.
Forever ever? Forever ever? Ever, ever? Ever, ever?
A play on words, emphasizing the timelessness of diamonds and success.
Close your eyes and imagine, feel the magic
The artist encourages the listener to envision life's magic and possibilities.
Vegas on acid, seen through Yves St. Laurent glasses
Life can be surreal and beautiful, especially when experienced through fashionable lenses.
And I've realized that I've arrived
The artist has achieved their goals and reached their full potential.
Cause it takes more than a magazine to kill my Vibe
The singer cannot be brought down by negative press or criticism.
Does he write his own rhymes, well sort of, I think 'em
The artist is aware of rumors that they don't write all their own lyrics.
That mean I forgot better shit than you ever thought of
The singer believes that they are a talented artist with a unique perspective.
Damn, is he really that caught up?
Others are obsessed with the singer's success and fame.
I ask if you talked about classics, do my name get brought up?
The singer wonders if they are remembered as a true talent in music history.
It's for yourself, that's important
The artist reflects on the importance of self-care and personal success.
If your stripper name 'Porscha' and you get tips from many men
The artist references stereotypical sex work and the objectification of women.
Then your fat friend, her nickname is 'Minivan'
More derogatory comments towards women for supposed comedic effect.
Excuse me, that's just the Henny, man
The singer chalks up their offensive comments to being drunk.
I smoke, I drink, I'm supposed to stop, I can't because
The artist acknowledges unhealthy habits but doesn't plan to change them.
I was sick about awards, couldn't nobody cure me
The artist was upset about not winning music awards.
Only playa that got robbed but kept all his jewelry
The artist was robbed but didn't lose their valuables.
Alicia Keys tried to talk some sense in him
The singer Alicia Keys attempted to reason with the singer.
30 minutes later sein' there's no convincin' him
The artist was stubborn and couldn't be swayed.
What more could you ask for? The international asshole
The singer acknowledges their reputation for being difficult to work with.
Who complain about what he is owed?
The singer is unhappy with their compensation for their work.
And throw a tantrum like he is 3 years old
The singer is prone to fits of anger when they don't get their way.
You gotta love it though, somebody still speaks from his soul
Despite their flaws, the artist is still authentic and talented.
And wouldn't change by the change, or the game, or the fame
The artist remains true to themselves despite the challenges of success.
When he came in the game, he made his own lane
The singer achieved fame and success by being unique and innovative.
Now all I need is y'all to pronounce my name
The singer wants recognition and respect for their talent.
It's Kanye, but some of my plaques, they still say Kayne
The artist's name is often misspelled on their awards and records.
Got family in the D, Kin-folk from Motown
The artist has family connections in Detroit, home of Motown Records.
Back in the Chi, them Folks ain't from Moe Town
The artist emphasizes the distinct culture of their hometown, Chicago.
Life movin' too fast I need to slow down
The singer realizes they need to take a break and enjoy life more.
Girl ain't give me no ass, ya need to go down
The artist comments on a woman who refused to sleep with them.
My father been said I need Jesus
The singer's father disapproves of their behavior and suggests religion as a solution.
So he took me to church and let the water wash over my caesar
The singer was baptized and is trying to improve their life.
The preacher said we need leaders
The preacher talked about the importance of strong, moral leaders.
Right then my body got still like a paraplegic
The artist was moved emotionally during the sermon.
You know who you call, you got a message, then leave it
The artist is busy and doesn't have time for unnecessary communication.
The Roc stand tall and you would never believe it
The record label Roc-A-Fella Records remains successful.
Take your diamonds and throw 'em up like you bulimic
The singer encourages listeners to celebrate their success by throwing diamonds in the air.
Yeah, the beat cold but the flow is anemic
The artist criticizes their own music, saying the beat is good but their rapping is weak.
After debris settles and the dust get swept off
After a chaotic period, things will clear up and become less stressful.
Big K pick up where young Hov left off
The rapper Big K.R.I.T. continues the legacy of Jay-Z as a successful rapper.
Right when magazines wrote Kanye West off
The singer was facing criticism from music journalists but continued to release popular music.
I dropped my new shit, it sound like the best of
The artist is proud of their new music, saying it's their best work yet.
A&R's lookin' like, 'Pssh, we messed up'
The people who were previously unwilling to work with the singer now regret their decision.
Grammy night, damn right, we got dressed up
The singer attended the Grammy Awards and dressed up for the occasion.
Bottle after bottle till we got messed up
The singer and their friends drank heavily and got drunk.
In the studio, with Really Doe, yeah, he next up
The artist is working with the rapper Really Doe, who they believe will blow up soon.
People askin' me if I'm gon' give my chain back
The artist has a valuable necklace and people are asking if they'll give it away as a symbol of their success.
That'll be the same day I give the game back
The singer won't give up their success and fame any time soon.
You know the next question dog: 'Yo, where Dame at?'
People are curious about the whereabouts of the rapper and producer Damon Dash.
This track the Indian dance to bring our reign back
The artist sees their music as a way to revitalize the music industry.
'What's up with you and Jay, man, are y'all ok man?'
People are curious about the artist's relationship with rapper Jay-Z.
They pray for the death of our dynasty like 'Amen'
Some people are hoping for the downfall of the successful duo.
R-r-r-r-right here stands a man
The singer is standing tall and proud of their accomplishments.
With the power to make a diamond with his bare hands
The artist has the ability to create their own success, as if they can create diamonds from nothing.
Diamonds are forever
The beauty and value of diamonds are eternal.
Diamonds are forever (forever, forever, forever)
Repeating the message that diamonds are eternal.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Andre Benjamin, Antwan Patton, David Sheats, Devon Harris, Don Black, John Barry, Kanye West
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
Find light in the beautiful sea, I choose to be happy
You and I, you and I, we're like diamonds in the sky
You're a shooting star I see, a vision of ecstasy
When you hold me, I'm alive, we're like diamonds in the sky
I knew that we'd become one right away
Oh, right away
At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays
I saw the life inside your eyes
So shine bright, tonight, you and I
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Eye to eye, so alive
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Palms rise to the universe as we moonshine and molly
Feel the warmth, we'll never die, we're like diamonds in the sky
You're a shooting star I see, a vision of ecstasy
When you hold me, I'm alive, we're like diamonds in the sky
At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays
I saw the life inside your eyes
So shine bright, tonight, you and I
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Eye to eye, so alive
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
So shine bright, tonight, you and I
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Eye to eye, so alive
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond, oh-oh, yeah
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond (whoa)
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
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