Her Diamonds

Rob Thomas

About Her Diamonds

"Her Diamonds" is the lead single from Rob Thomas's second studio album Cradlesong. Thomas confirmed the single's release via a Twitter account he had created on March 11, 2009. The single premiered on April 22, preceding the release of Cradlesong on June 30. On July 3, 2009, Thomas confirmed in an interview with Natalie Morales and Lester Holt on NBC's Today show that the song references his wife Marisol's auto-immune disease. Thomas announced his wife sang backup on the track and also helped produce its arrangement.  


Year:
2009
4:40
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Oh what the hell she says
I just can't win for losing
And she lays back down
Man there's so many times
I don't know what I'm doin'
Like I don't know now

By the light of the moon
She rubs her eyes
Says it's funny how the night
Can make you blind
I can just imagine
And I don't know what I'm supposed to do
But if she feels bad then I do too
So I let her be

And she says, oh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
'Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win
It's hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down

Way down

Well she sits down and stares into the distance
And it takes all night
And I know I could break her concentration
But it don't feel right

By the light of the moon
She rubs her eyes
Sits down on the bed and starts to cry
And there's something less about her
And I don't know what I'm supposed to do
So I sit down and I cry too
But don't let her see

And she says, oh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
'Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win
It's hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down

She shuts out the night
Tries to close her eyes
If she can find daylight
She'll be alright
She'll be alright
Just not tonight

And she says, oh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
'Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win it
Hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling

And she says, oh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
'Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win
It's hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down

(I can't take no more)
(Diamonds on the floor)
(No more) no more
(No more)
Diamonds falling down
(I can't take no more)
(Diamonds on the floor)
(No more, no more, no more, no more)
Diamonds falling down, yeah
(I can't take no more)
(Diamonds on the floor)
(No, no, no, no)
Oh diamonds fall, and oh her diamonds
Diamonds falling down
I can't take these diamonds falling down

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Rob Thomas

Robert Kelly "Rob" Thomas (born February 14, 1972) is an American rock recording artist and songwriter. He is the primary songwriter and lead singer of the band Matchbox Twenty. Thomas also records and performs as a solo artist. Thomas earned three Grammy awards for co-writing and singing on the Carlos Santana triple-platinum hit "Smooth", on the album Supernatural in 1999. more »

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Written by: ROBERT THOMAS

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Her Diamonds" is a song by American singer-songwriter Rob Thomas from his second studio album, 'cradlesong'.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by Thomas's wife, Marisol Maldonado, and her personal battle with an autoimmune disease, lupus. The term "her diamonds" is a metaphor for her tears.
Release Date
It was initially released on April 22, 2009, and serves as the album's lead single.
Official Video
The official music video of "Her Diamonds" was released in May 2009.
Chart Performance
"Her Diamonds" was a commercial success. It peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number 29 on the Australian ARIA charts.
Critical Reception
Critically, the song received favorable reviews. Many critics praised Thomas’s songwriting ability and use of metaphors. It also garnered high praises for its relatability and moving lyrics.
Behind the Scenes
Thomas has revealed in interviews that the song was emotionally very challenging for him to write due to its close proximity to personal experiences.
Lupus Foundation of America
Rob has also partnered with the Lupus Foundation of America to raise awareness and support for those suffering from Lupus and their families.
Awards
Although it didn't win any major awards, the song has been acknowledged for positive songwriting and emotional context.
Other covers and interpretations
Different artists, such as Anberlin, have covered the song at various events honoring Rob Thomas and his work.

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