Neil Diamond – Something Blue

Neil Diamond - Something Blue (Puppy Outakes)

About the song

“Something Blue” is a song written and performed by Neil Diamond. It was released in 2014 as part of his album “Melody Road.”

Background:

The song is a reflection on finding love and happiness unexpectedly. Diamond wrote the song after a period of personal turmoil, and it reflects his newfound optimism and joy. It’s a simple, yet heartfelt song that celebrates the transformative power of love.

Themes:

  • Unexpected Love: The song’s central theme is finding love when you least expect it. The lyrics suggest a chance encounter that blossoms into a deep and meaningful relationship.
  • Transformation and Renewal: The song speaks of the transformative power of love, how it can change one’s perspective and bring new life and joy. The “something blue” in the title could symbolize the traditional “something blue” worn by brides, signifying love, purity, and fidelity.
  • Gratitude and Happiness: The lyrics express gratitude for the newfound love and the happiness it brings. The singer acknowledges the positive impact of love on their life.

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Lyrics

I came with a little bit of sorrowWas maybe a bit too sadBut one day rolled into tomorrowAnd you gave me the best you hadThat’s how we started togetherAnd how together we’re gonna stay
You taught me a little ’bout good timesI fought through a little bit of rainYou brought me a part of your sunshineYou took in the heart of my painIt wasn’t supposed to happenBut then you happened to come my way
Every night, every dayEvery word that you say made it soEvery thought that I hadSaid I ought to be glad, now I know
You showed what a little bit of love can doYou opened my eyes and a light came throughTook me to a place that I never knewGoodbye to my little bit of something blue
You came and you found me wantingAnd I’m saying that I’m in your debtSome days were a little bit dauntingSome days I’d rather forgetYou changed my life for the betterAnd I know I’d better be good to you
Every night, every dayEvery word that you say made it soEvery thought that I hadSaid I ought to be glad, now I know
You showed what a little bit of love can doYou opened my eyes and a light came throughTook me to a place that I never knewSo long to my little bit of something blue
It wasn’t supposed to happenBut then you happened to come my way
Every night, every dayEvery word that you say made it soEvery thought that I hadSaid I ought to be glad, now I know
You showed what a little bit of love can doYou opened my eyes and a light came throughTook me to a place that I never knewGoodbye to my little bit of something blue
Farewell to my little bit of something blue