Diamonds
Rihanna and Jacob Plant and Mike di Scala & Chris Henry Lyrics

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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
Shine bright like a diamond
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky

Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
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
Shine bright like a diamond
Shining bright like a diamond
We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky

Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
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
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond, oh yeah

Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Overall Meaning

The song "Diamonds" by Rihanna feat. M83 is a uplifting and empowering track that celebrates the beauty and strength of love. The lyrics encourage listeners to rise above challenges and shine as brightly as diamonds. The chorus repeats the phrase "Shine bright like a diamond" as a mantra for self-confidence and hopefulness.

The verses describe the joy and wonder of falling in love, with lines such as "Find light in the beautiful sea, I choose to be happy" and "At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays." The bridge takes a more escapist turn, referencing partying with "moonshine and molly" and promising that this elated feeling will never fade away.

Overall, the song presents a powerful message of resilience and self-love. The lyrics encourage listeners to overcome obstacles and to embrace their inner radiance.

Line by Line Meaning

Shine bright like a diamond
Be vibrant and radiant, like a precious stone that is highly valued and desired.

Find light in the beautiful sea, I choose to be happy
Discover the beauty in the world and decide to be joyful and content.

You and I, you and I, we're like diamonds in the sky
Together, we are rare, valuable and unique, like diamonds that shine high in the sky.

You're a shooting star I see, a vision of ecstasy
You are swiftly magnificent and bring joy and excitement into sight.

When you hold me, I'm alive
I come to life when I am close to you, and your embrace invigorates me.

I knew that we'd become one right away
Our connection was instant and I felt that we would become a united force.

At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays
From the moment we met, I sensed a powerful force, like the energy of the sun's rays.

So shine bright tonight
Gleam and glow with brilliance and magic tonight.

Palms rise to the universe, as we moonshine and molly
We feel elated and connected to the vast universe when we are high and enjoying ourselves.

Feel the warmth, we'll never die
Experience the warmth of our love and know that it is eternal, never to be extinguished.

Shine bright like a diamond, oh yeah
Glimmer and shine, just like a diamond. Oh yes, it's possible!

Eye to eye
Facing each other, looking deeply into each other's eyes, in close communication and understanding.

So alive
Feeling vibrant, lively and full of energy, especially in each other's presence.

We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky
We are stunning, special and worthy, just like diamonds that shine high in the sky.

Shining bright like a diamond
Radiating and glowing with brightness, like a diamond that sparkles and shines.

Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Sia Furler, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Hermansen, Benjamin Levine

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