Diamonds

Rihanna · NRJ Music Awards 2013 [2012]

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond



Find light in the beautiful sea

I choose to be happy

You and I, you and I

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



I knew that we'd become one right away

Oh, right away

At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays

I saw the life inside your eyes



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



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shining bright like a diamond

We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shining bright like a diamond

We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky



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



At first sight I felt the energy of sun rays

I saw the life inside your eyes



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



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shining bright like a diamond

We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shining bright like a diamond

We're beautiful like diamonds in the sky



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond



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



Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Shine bright like a diamond

Diamonds - Rihanna

Released in 2012, 'Diamonds' stands as a defining track from Rihanna's 'Unapologetic' era, blending pop sensibilities with a distinct R&B groove. The song's production features a signature synth-driven beat that propelled it to global success, earning it a Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance. Lyrically, the track explores themes of resilience and self-worth, using the metaphor of diamonds to symbolize enduring value and strength. Its catchy melody and empowering message made it a staple in radio rotation worldwide, solidifying Rihanna's status as a pop icon. The song also appeared on various compilation albums, including the NRJ Music Awards 2013 set, further cementing its place in her extensive discography.