Diamonds Are Forever
John Barry
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Diamonds are forever, they are all I need to please me They can stimulate and tease me They won't leave in the night I've no fear that they might desert me Diamonds are forever, hold one up and then caress it Touch it, stroke it and undress it I can see ev'ry part, nothing hides in the heart to hurt me I don't need love, for what good will love do me? Diamonds never lie to me For when love's gone, they'll lustre on Diamonds are forever, sparkling round my little finger Unlike men, the diamonds linger Men are mere mortals who are not worth going to your grave for I don't need love, for what good will love do me? Diamonds never lie to me For when love's gone, they'll lustre on Diamonds are forever, forever, forever
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Written by: John Barry, Don Black
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Adaption for Film"Diamonds are Forever" was written by John Barry, with lyrics by Don Black. It was adapted as the theme song for the seventh James Bond film of the same name, released in 1971.
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James Bond AssociationThis song carries the unique distinction of being James Bond's primary theme song in two films. Initially, in 'Diamonds are Forever' and later it was used as part of the opening credits in 'Spectre'.
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Vocal PerformanceShirley Bassey performed "Diamonds are Forever", making it her second Bond theme after "Goldfinger".
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Soundtrack SuccessThe soundtrack for 'Diamonds Are Forever' is often considered one of the strongest in the entire James Bond series; the title track is a significant contributor to its success.
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Chart Performance"Diamonds are Forever" peaked at number 38 in the United Kingdom's Singles Chart in 1972, signifying its popularity.
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Critical AcclaimOver time, this song has achieved significant critical acclaim. It is frequently cited as one of the greatest James Bond theme songs.
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Iconic LyricsThe song's famous phrase, "Diamonds are forever, they are all I need to please me", reflects the central theme of the movie, where diamonds play a crucial role in the plot.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists, including Arctic Monkeys, and was sampled by Kanye West for his hit single "Diamonds from Sierra Leone".
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Use in AdvertisementsThe song has also been used for advertising campaigns, most notably by De Beers, a global diamond jewelry company.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's association with luxury, glamour, and sophistication because of its James Bond connection, is deeply rooted in popular culture.
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Album Track"Diamonds are Forever" was also included in Shirley Bassey's 1972 album "And We Were Lovers", under the title "Diamonds are Forever (Main Title)".
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Unique NarrativeThe song, with its sophisticated narrative and melodic structure, captures the essence of James Bond - adventure, allure and danger.
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