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Artist/Band: Julie London
Lyrics for Song: Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend
Lyrics for Album: Sings The Standards [2010]



The French are glad to die for love

They delight in fighting duels

But I prefer a man who lives

And gives expensive jewels

A kiss on the hand may be quite continental

But diamonds are a girl's best friend.

A kiss may be grand but it won't pay the rental

On your humble flat

Or help you at the automat.

Men grow cold as girls grow old

And we all lose our charms in the end.

But square-cut or pear-shaped

Those rocks don't lose their shape.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend.



There may come a time when a lass needs a lawyer

But diamonds are a girl's best friend.

There may come a time when a hard-boiled employer

Thinks you're awful nice

But 'get that ice' or else 'no dice'.

He's your guy when stocks are high

But beware when they start to descend.

It's then that those louses

Go back to their spouses.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend.


Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend

Julie London's rendition of "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend" captures the intimate, smoky essence that defined her career. Known for her sultry contralto voice, London specialized in interpreting classic standards with a cool, understated elegance that distinguished her from many contemporaries. This recording, featured on the compilation Sings The Standards, highlights her ability to convey deep emotion through subtle phrasing rather than dramatic flair. As a staple of the Great American Songbook, the track exemplifies London's mastery of jazz and pop crossover material. Her discography remains a testament to her enduring influence on vocal jazz, offering listeners a refined exploration of timeless melodies. The performance stands as a polished example of her signature style, blending sophistication with a relaxed, conversational delivery that continues to resonate with fans of mid-century vocalists.


Album Lyrics: Sings The Standards [2010]


Julie London
"Sings The Standards [2010]"


1. Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend
2. As Time Goes By
3. Can't Get Used To Losing You
4. Light My Fire
5. What Is This Thing Called Love