Black Diamond
Kiss / Melbourne Symphony Ensemble Lyrics
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Picture's only begun
Got you under their thumb
Hit it
Out on the streets for a living
Picture's only begun
Your day is sorrow and madness
Whoo, black diamond
Whoo, black diamond
Darkness will fall on the city
It seems to follow you too
And though you don't ask for pity
There's nothin' that you can do, no, no
Whoo, black diamond
Whoo, black diamond
Out on the streets for a living
Picture's only begun
Your day is sorrow and madness
Got you under their thumb
Whoo, black diamond, yeah
Whoo, black diamond
Overall Meaning
The lyrics of Kiss/Melbourne Symphony Orchestra's "Black Diamond" depict the struggles of a person who is living on the streets and facing the harsh realities of life. The opening lines of the song “Out on the street for a living, picture’s only begun, got you under their thumb, hit it” highlight the desperation and vulnerability of this person who is trying to make ends meet. The phrase "Got you under their thumb" further emphasizes the idea that this individual is under the control of external forces that dictate their life.
As the song continues, the lyrics portray a feeling of hopelessness and despair. The line "Your day is sorrow and madness, got you under their thumb" highlights the fact that this person's day-to-day existence is filled with sadness, and they feel powerless to change their circumstances. The chorus of the song, with the repetition of the words "Whoo, black diamond" adds to the lyrical imagery of darkness and bleakness.
The song culminates with the recognition that darkness will fall on the city and follow this person. Though they do not ask for pity, there is nothing they can do to change their circumstances. The lyrics of "Black Diamond" convey a strong message about the difficulties of living on the streets and illustrate how poverty can strip away a person's control over their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Out on the street for a living
Living on the streets to survive
Picture's only begun
Life is just starting, lots of unknowns ahead
Got you under their thumb
Society has power over you, limits your choices
Hit it
Begin the song
Your day is sorrow and madness
Your life is filled with pain and chaos
Whoo, black diamond
Refrain/chorus of the song
Darkness will fall on the city
Bad events will happen in the city
It seems to follow you too
You cannot escape misfortune
And though you don't ask for pity
You do not want sympathy from others
There's nothin' that you can do, no, no
You are powerless to change your circumstances
Whoo, black diamond
Refrain/chorus of the song
Whoo, black diamond
Refrain/chorus of the song
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL STANLEY
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