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".
Sleigh Ride
the Diamonds Lyrics
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Ring ting tingle-ing too
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
Outside, the snow is falling
And friends are calling: "You hoo"
Come on, it's lovely weather
Giddy-yap, giddy-yap, giddy-yap, let's go
Just look at the snow
We're riding in a wonderland of snow
Giddy-yap, giddy-yap, giddy-yap, it's grand
Just holding your hand
We're gliding along with the song
Of a wintry, wonderland
Our cheeks are nice and rosy
And comfy cozy are we
We're snuggled up together like
Birds of a feather would be
Let's take that road before us
And sing a chorus or two
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
There's a birthday party
At the home of Farmer Gray
It'll be the perfect ending of a perfect day
We'll be singing the songs
We love to sing without a single stop
At the fireplace
While we watch the chestnuts pop
There's a happy feeling
Nothing in the world can buy
When they pass around the coffee
And the pumpkin pie
It'll nearly be like a picture print
By Currier and Ives
These wonderful things are the things
We remember all through our lives
Just hear those sleigh bells jingle-ing
Ring ting tingle-ing too
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
Oh yeah, lovely weather
For a sleigh ride with you, with you
Me and you
Snuggle up closer, babe
The Diamonds' song "Sleigh Ride" is a fun and joyful holiday tune that captures the excitement and cheerfulness of winter activities. The lyrics describe a couple's ride in a sleigh, exclaiming how lovely the weather is for such an adventure. The snow is falling outside, the friends are calling out, and the couple is enjoying each other's company. They are gliding along with the song in a wonderland of snow, surrounded by the magic of winter.
The second verse of the song talks about the couple's cozy and warm experience, with rosy cheeks and cuddled up together. They take the road before them and sing joyful choruses, ending up at a birthday party at Farmer Gray's home. The party includes singing favorite songs and enjoying delicious food and beverages, creating a happy atmosphere that cannot be bought. The lyrics capture a romantic moment between the couple as they enjoy the wintry weather and each other's company.
Line by Line Meaning
Just hear those sleigh bells jingle-ing
Listen to the sound of the sleigh bells ringing
Ring ting tingle-ing too
The bells are making a tingling sound
Come on, it's lovely weather
The weather is perfect for a romantic sleigh ride
For a sleigh ride together with you
Let's take a ride together in the winter wonderland
Outside, the snow is falling
The snow is gently falling outside
And friends are calling: "You hoo"
The friends are calling out to the couple to join them
Giddy-yap, giddy-yap, giddy-yap, let's go
Let's go faster on the ride
Just look at the snow
Look at how beautiful the snow is
We're riding in a wonderland of snow
We are surrounded by a beautiful, snowy landscape
Giddy-yap, giddy-yap, giddy-yap, it's grand
The ride is wonderful and exciting
Just holding your hand
The couple is holding hands
We're gliding along with the song
They are moving along with the rhythm of the song
Of a wintry, wonderland
They are in a beautiful winter wonderland
Our cheeks are nice and rosy
Their cheeks are red from the cold
And comfy cozy are we
They are warm and cozy together
We're snuggled up together like birds of a feather would be
They are snuggled up together like two birds of the same feather
Let's take that road before us
Let's take this path in front of us
And sing a chorus or two
Let's sing a few songs as we ride
There's a birthday party at the home of Farmer Gray
Farmer Gray is having a birthday party
It'll be the perfect ending of a perfect day
The party will be the perfect end to a perfect day
We'll be singing the songs we love to sing without a single stop
They will sing their favorite songs without stopping
At the fireplace, while we watch the chestnuts pop
They will sit by the fireplace and watch chestnuts popping
There's a happy feeling
They are filled with happiness
Nothing in the world can buy
There is no amount of money that could buy this feeling
When they pass around the coffee and the pumpkin pie
They will enjoy coffee and pumpkin pie together
It'll nearly be like a picture print by Currier and Ives
Their experience will be like a picture by Currier and Ives
These wonderful things are the things we remember all through our lives
They will remember these wonderful things forever
Oh yeah, lovely weather
The weather is really great
For a sleigh ride with you, with you
They are excited to go on a sleigh ride together
Me and you
It's just the two of us
Snuggle up closer, babe
They snuggle up closer together for warmth and comfort
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Leroy Anderson, Mitchell Parish
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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