Diamonds And Pearls
Prince · Diamonds & Pearls
That u will hear me say
That I will never run away
I am here for u
Love is meant for two
Now tell me what u're gonna do
If I gave u diamonds and pearls
Would u be a happy boy or a girl
If I could I would give u the world
But all I can do is just offer u my love
Which one of us is right
If we always fight
Why can't we just let love decide (Let love decide)
Am I the weaker man
Because I understand
That love must be the master plan (Love is the master plan)
If I gave u diamonds and pearls
Would u be a happy boy or a girl
If I could I would give u the world
But all I can do is just offer u my love
D to the I to the A to the M
O to the N to the D to the pearls of love
D to the I to the A to the M (To the M)
O to the N to the D to the pearls of love
There will come a time (There will come a time)
When love will blow your mind (Blow your mind)
And everything U'll look 4 U'll find (Take a look inside)
That will be the time (That will be the time)
That everything will shine (Forever)
So bright it makes u colorblind (U will be color blind)
If I gave u diamonds and pearls
Would u be a happy boy or a girl
If I could I would give u the world
All I can do is just offer u my love
If I gave u diamonds and pearls (Pearls)
Would u be a happy boy or a girl (Yeah yeah)
If I could I would give u the world (Give u the world)
All I can do is just offer u my love (All I can do)
If I gave u diamonds and pearls (Diamonds)
Would u be, would u, would u
(Would ya, would ya, would ya be happy little baby)
A happy boy or a girl
If I could I would give u the world
Diamonds And Pearls
Released in 1984, "Diamonds And Pearls" stands as a defining track in Prince's discography, marking a pivotal shift toward a more mature, R&B-infused sound. The song features a collaboration with singer Tiffany, blending Prince's signature melodic sensibility with a polished production style that would influence the new wave of American music. It serves as a cornerstone of the album *Diamonds & Pearls*, which showcased his versatility as both a songwriter and performer. The recording captures the era's evolving pop landscape, characterized by smooth vocals and sophisticated arrangements that moved beyond his earlier funk and rock roots. This work remains a celebrated example of Prince's ability to craft timeless, emotionally resonant pop songs that bridged the gap between his artistic experimentation and mainstream accessibility.