Black Diamond
Replacements · Original Album Series [2012]
You know it's only begun
They've got you under their thumb
Out on the street for a living
See, it's only begun
Doing all that you can
They got you under their thumb
Oooh, black diamond
Oooh, black diamond
Out on the street for a country
And it's only a dream
Got other people marching
And it's only a way
Oooh, black diamond
Oooh, black diamond
Out on the street for a living
And it's only begun
Regardless a street or a country
They got you under their thumb
Oooh, black diamond
Oooh, black diamond
Black Diamond
Replacements' "Black Diamond" stands as a defining track from their 2012 compilation, Original Album Series, capturing the band's signature blend of punk energy and melodic sensibility. Released during a period of intense activity following their reunion, the song exemplifies the group's ability to fuse raw, driving rhythms with catchy hooks that have become staples of their discography. The recording reflects the band's enduring influence on the alternative rock landscape, showcasing their characteristic vocal interplay and guitar work that resonated with audiences from the late 1980s through the early 2010s. As part of their extensive catalog, this work continues to represent the enduring power of their songwriting and the cohesive sound that made them a cultural touchstone for generations of fans.