A cornerstone of the Miami freestyle era , this version of "Diamond Girl" was a massive dance floor success.
Explore the different musical eras of Diamond Girl, from 1970s soft rock to 80s freestyle: Diamond Girl
Released as the title track of their fifth studio album, this jazz-influenced soft rock hit peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Written by Jim Seals and Dash Crofts , the lyrics use gemstone imagery to describe a woman as a "precious stone" and a "shinin' star". A cornerstone of the Miami freestyle era ,
While it is often viewed as a romantic ode, the duo's affiliation with the Baha'i faith led many to interpret the lyrics as a metaphor for a commitment to God. While it is often viewed as a romantic
In his album Still Rock 'n' Roll , Neil Diamond featured a track titled "Diamond Girls" as a satirical jab at materialism, contrasting his "hometown girl" with the flashy imagery often associated with the phrase.