Diamonds Are Forever – Shirley Bassey: 7th Bond Song
The title song from the seventh Bond film Diamonds Are Forever (1971) – Diamonds Are Forever – performed by the magnificent Shirley Bassey. The fact that her voice is exceptionally suited to Bond films is evidenced by the honor of her singing for two more Bond films – Goldfinger (1964) and Moonraker (1979). The song was composed by John Barry and Don Black.
About
- Title: Diamonds Are Forever
- Film: Featured as the title song for the seventh James Bond film, also titled Diamonds Are Forever (1971)
- Performer: Shirley Bassey
- Composers: John Barry and Don Black
- Release Date: 1971
- Genre: Pop, Jazz
- Theme: The song Diamonds Are Forever encapsulates the luxurious and glamorous world of James Bond, reflecting themes of wealth, power, and intrigue. With its sultry vocals and dramatic orchestration, the song evokes the allure and danger associated with the Bond franchise.
- Style: Known for its bold brass section, lush strings, and Shirley Bassey's powerful vocals, Diamonds Are Forever is a quintessential Bond theme. The song's dynamic arrangement and captivating melody make it an iconic addition to the Bond canon, perfectly complementing the film's action-packed narrative.
- Legacy: Diamonds Are Forever is regarded as one of the most memorable Bond songs of all time, contributing to Shirley Bassey's status as a legendary vocalist. The song's enduring popularity has solidified its place in pop culture history, with its iconic melody and catchy lyrics continuing to resonate with audiences.
- Cultural Impact: The opening line "Diamonds are forever, they are all I need to please me," has become synonymous with the Bond franchise and is instantly recognizable to fans worldwide. The song has been covered and referenced in various forms of media, cementing its status as a cultural touchstone.
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Lyrics: Diamonds Are Forever
Diamonds are forever,
They are all I need to please me,
They can stimulate and tease me,
They won't leave in the night,
I've no fear that they might desert me.
Diamonds are forever,
Hold one up and then caress it,
Touch it, stroke it and undress it,
I can see every part,
Nothing hides in the heart to hurt me.
I don't need love,
For what good will love do me?
Diamonds never lie to me,
For when love's gone,
They'll luster on.
Diamonds are forever,
Sparkling round my little finger.
Unlike men, the diamonds linger;
Men are mere mortals who
Are not worth going to your grave for.
I don't need love,
For what good will love do me?
Diamonds never lie to me,
For when love's gone,
They'll luster on.
Diamonds are forever, forever, forever.
Diamonds are forever, forever, forever.
Forever and ever.
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Based on the original Czech article: Diamonds Are Forever – Shirley Bassey – titulní píseň ze 7. bondovky Diamanty jsou věčné.