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Mighty Diamonds are a Jamaican trio who had major success during the 70's at the 'Channel One' studio and record label at Maxfield Avenue, Jamaica.
Despite their heyday at Channel One, the trio continued to produce sublime work in later years, notably for 'Gussie Clarke' with the classic 'Pass The Kouchie' which rode an updated cut of an old Studio One instrumental called 'Full Up'. The tune was also covered by the English group 'Musical Youth' but was known as 'Pass The Dutchie'.
Fools Rush In
The Mighty Diamonds Lyrics
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And i cannot get no sleep
Now my pillow is soaken wet
With tears
Since you and i have been apart oh yeah
Why must i drown myself in sorrow
But they dont really know
This pain in my heart oh yeah
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Days gets so hard and rough
And my work gets so hard yeah
And my sweat just falls to the ground
And soak the earth below oh yeah
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Days gets so hard and rough
And my work gets so hard yeah
And my sweat just falls to the ground
And soak the earth below oh yeah
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Fools rush in where wise men never go
In The Mighty Diamonds' song "Fools Rush In," the lyrics describe the pain that comes with a broken relationship, the loneliness that ensues, the hardship of daily tasks, and the frustration of watching people live in sin. The lines "Nights get long and lonely, And I cannot get no sleep, Now my pillow is soaken wet with tears" illustrate the pain and sadness that the singer is feeling as a result of the breakup. Despite the pain, the singer cannot help but wonder why they must "drown" in sorrow.
The repetition of "fools rush in where angels fear to go" throughout the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of impulsive decision-making in relationships. The lyrics suggest that it is unwise to rush into a relationship without thought, as evidenced by the line "Fools rush in where wise men never go." The song also critiques society's sins, which the singer sees as evidence that people are not acting wisely.
The song's repetition of the phrase "oh yeah" emphasizes the singer's pain, desperation, and frustration. The song's melancholy melody and slow rhythm add to the emotional impact of the lyrics, highlighting the singer's feelings of loneliness and sorrow. Overall, "Fools Rush In" is a poignant commentary on the dangers of acting impulsively, both in relationships and in life in general.
Line by Line Meaning
Nights get long and lonely
The nights are becoming long and lonely due to the absence of the person the singer loves
And i cannot get no sleep
The singer is having trouble sleeping due to missing the person they love
Now my pillow is soaken wet
The singer's pillow is wet because of the tears they have shed over their missing lover
With tears
The pillow is wet with the singer's sad tears
Since you and i have been apart oh yeah
The singer is sorrowful since they and their loved one have been separated
Why must i drown myself in sorrow
The singer is questioning why they have to suffer so much from the pain of their separation
But they dont really know
Others do not understand the depth of the singer's pain
This pain in my heart oh yeah
The singer has a great deal of heartache from missing their loved one
To see my people living in sin.oh yeah
The singer is also saddened by the sight of their community engaging in sinful activities
Fools rush in where angels fear to go
Foolish people go places that are too dangerous or risky even for virtuous people
Fools rush in where wise men never go
Unwise people go places or do things that wise, thoughtful people never would
Days gets so hard and rough
The days are very difficult for the singer
And my work gets so hard yeah
The singer's job is tough and takes a lot of effort
And my sweat just falls to the ground
The singer is perspiring from the physical labor they are doing
And soak the earth below oh yeah
The sweat is dripping from the singer and seeping into the earth below them
Writer(s): Lloyd Ferguson, Donald Shaw, Fitzroy Ogilvie Simpson
Contributed by Matthew A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@annhughes3869
Just playing the mighty diamonds tunes. Fabulous songs some I’ve not heard before. Playing these gets you Emotional knowing there is no TABBY or Fitzroy only judge left. MAY. YOU. BOTH. REST. INTERNAL PEACE. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🔥
@kaporalvinny
My fave tune of Mighty D... Saw them in concert 🔥🔥 Faya Faya Bredda Rispeck Tanks 🇯🇲❤️
@annhughes3869
Just love this tune. love Love Tabby singing. Great tune REST. Internal. Peace. TABBY. And BUNNY. Gone to soon🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 will always. Play your great tunes. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇬🇧. OCT. 2022
@yvewilliams3735
Best reggae trio. Listen to those harmonies💎💎💎 1/11/20
@dreadermichael
Big Tune from the marvellous voice of Donald Tabby Shaw , Fitzroy Simpson and Lloyd Ferguson AKA The Mighty Diamonds! ♥️♥️
@errollyle3385
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@SuperReasonabledoubt
sanchez and tabby sound alike a bit...a lie?
@morelife6508
The biggest lie ever told. Tabby never missed a note.
Sanchez on the other hand has been off key numerous times.