1. The Diamonds (Canada). The original vocal quartet consisted of Dave Somerville, Phil Levitt, Ted Kowalski, and Bill Reed. When Kowalski and Reed left they were replaced by Californians John Felton and Evan Fischer.
In the beginning the group practiced several types of vocal styles, including four part "barber style" harmony. The Diamonds began their singing in local clubs, school functions, church socials, and anywhere they could find an audience.
They came to the attention of Coral Records, a subsidiary of Decca Records, where they covered two records, Black Denim Trousers and Motorcycle Boots ( a hit for the Cheers) b\w "Nip Sip" (a Clovers song) during the summer of 1955. Neither sold well enough to convince Coral to retain them. However, Bill Randle, an influential Cleveland deejay, liked them enough to mention their name to an executive at Mercury Records. the Diamonds signed with one of the labels that developed the market for "covers."
The Diamonds decision to cover rhythm and blues artist was the result of economic reality: cover records sold very well in markets where the original versions wouldn't be acceptable. Among their hits in 1956 were "Why Do Fools Fall In Love," "Church Bells May Ring," "Love, Love, Love" and "Ka-King-Dong," originally recorded by the Teenagers, the Willows, the Clovers, and the G-Clefs, respectively.
After their run with success in the 50s and 60s they continued performing till the present day.
2. The Diamonds are a brand new popgroup / boyband from Bergen - Norway.
Matias Tellez, Håkon Njøten, Axel Vindenes , Kim Furuhaug, Thomas Sævig og Stian Sævig
The Diamonds will sing "European girl" in the Norwegian edition of Eurovision song contest 23th. january 2010..
3. The Diamonds are also a reggae band who appear on the Lee "Scratch" Perry compilation "Open the Gate" on Trojan Records performing a tune called "Talk About It".
Cool Cool Baby
The Diamonds Lyrics
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Something cool, set one up for me
Anything will do
Just make it something cool
Something sad, hey, won't you play me
Something sad, play one that slays me
Play me something blue
To go with something cool
[Chorus]
There's an old flame burning in me
Like the sun in a July sky
Seems to me, I'm always thirsty
Since she left me high and dry
Something cool
Something cool
[Chorus]
Something cool, hey, won't you pour me
Something cool, set one up for me
Anything will do
Just make it something cool
The lyrics to "Cool Cool Baby" by The Diamonds revolve around the theme of finding comfort in something cool, whether it be a drink or a song. The singer asks for something cool to drink, indicating a desire to numb their emotions and escape from their current state. They also request something sad to listen to, suggesting that they want to wallow in their sadness and perhaps find solace in the melancholic music. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and nostalgia, as the singer mentions an old flame and how they have been left feeling thirsty and abandoned since their departure.
The chorus emphasizes the burning sensation of an old flame within the singer, comparing it to the intensity of the sun in July. This metaphor illustrates the overwhelming passion and longing that the singer still feels for their lost love. The repetition of the phrase "something cool" throughout the song reinforces the idea that the singer is searching for a way to cool down, both physically and emotionally, in order to ease their pain.
Overall, "Cool Cool Baby" explores the universal experience of heartbreak and the different ways people cope with it. It portrays the longing for something to numb the pain and the yearning for connection through music that resonates with one's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Something cool, hey, won't you pour me
Please give me something refreshing and enjoyable
Something cool, set one up for me
Prepare a refreshing drink for me
Anything will do
I'm open to any choice
Just make it something cool
Make sure it's refreshing and pleasant
Something sad, hey, won't you play me
Please play a melancholic song for me
Something sad, play one that slays me
Play a deeply emotional song that affects me
Play me something blue
Play me a sad and melancholic song
To go with something cool
To complement the refreshing drink
There's an old flame burning in me
I still have strong feelings for a past love
Like the sun in a July sky
Intense and radiant, like a summer day
Seems to me, I'm always thirsty
It appears that I'm constantly longing for something
Since she left me high and dry
Since she abandoned me without support or fulfillment
Something cool
Seeking a refreshing and pleasant experience
Something cool
Desiring a refreshing and enjoyable situation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KIM WILLIAMS, L. DAVID LEWIS
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Ignacio Agudo Martin
on The Horizontal Lieutenant
Here you are. Never before posted!
THE HORIZONTAL LIEUTENANT by The Diamonds (lyrics):
1-2-3-4 who’s the guy the gals adore? The Horizontal Lieutenant
3-4-5-6 who gets all the dolls and chicks? The Horizontal Lieutenant
Though his army record was poor, he sure won the battle of toujour l’amour.
Hup Hup 1-2
One for all and all for who? The Horizontal Lieutenant.
(Musical interlude)
Who’s the guy the gals love most? The Horizontal Lieutenant
Who’s the favorite at the post? The Horizontal Lieutenant
Though his army record was poor, he sure won the battle of toujour l’amour.
Hup Hup 1-2
One for all and all for who? The Horizontal Lieutenant.
He was game with the dames.
He’s the most
He’s the toast
Here’s to our 4 star Horizontal Lieutenant --- Horizontal Lieutenant --- Horizontal Lieutenant
Ignacio Agudo