Diamonds
by Rihanna
What is “Diamonds” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “Diamonds” by Rihanna is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
Rihanna's 'Diamonds' captivates with its celebration of human connection, transcendence, and resilience, expressing an immortalized sense of invincibility and beauty found in loving relationships.
So… what’s this song really about?
The song 'Diamonds' by Rihanna uses the metaphor of diamonds to explore the deep and radiant nature of a thriving, enduring human connection. The lyrics suggest a relationship that transcends the physical realm to reach a mystical or cosmic level, where two people shine with the brightness and beauty of diamonds. These references to celestial themes, like 'moonshine and Molly' and being like 'diamonds in the sky,' paint a picture of an escape from reality, heightened emotional states, and the creation of memories that are as indestructible and precious as diamonds.
In this light, the track's emotive force primarily draws from its depiction of two beings experiencing a sublime level of joy and ecstasy. The phrase 'We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky' not only celebrates the aesthetic beauty of human emotion but also hints at the inner beauty that people radiate when they feel truly alive and intensely connected. With its repetitive assurance that these individuals will 'shine bright like a diamond,' the song encourages a sense of hope and enduring strength in its listeners, emphasizing the idea that emotional brilliance can withstand the vicissitudes of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What inspired Rihanna to create 'Diamonds'?
Rihanna's 'Diamonds' was inspired by the beauty and resilience of diamonds as metaphors for enduring and beautiful human relationships.
Q: Who wrote the song 'Diamonds' for Rihanna?
The song 'Diamonds' was written by Sia along with Benjamin Levin, Mikkel S. Eriksen, and Tor Erik Hermansen.
Lyrics to “Diamonds”
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[Verse 2]
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
[Pre-Chorus]
At first sight, I felt the energy of sun rays
I saw the life inside your eyes
[Chorus]
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
[Post-Chorus]
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shinin' bright like a diamond
We're beautiful, like diamonds in the sky
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shinin' bright like a diamond
We're beautiful, like diamonds in the sky
[Bridge]
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond
[Chorus]
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
[Outro]
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond
Woah-oh, yeah
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond (Woah)
Shine bright like a diamond
Shine bright like a diamond