“Love on the Rocks” is a song by Neil Diamond from the soundtrack of the 1980 film “The Jazz Singer.” The song became one of Diamond’s most iconic hits, showcasing his ability to convey deep emotion through his music.
Background and Theme
“Love on the Rocks” is a poignant ballad that deals with the pain and disillusionment of a failing relationship. The song’s lyrics express the heartbreak and sense of loss that come when love turns sour. Diamond’s powerful vocals and the song’s melancholic melody effectively convey the emotional depth of the lyrics.
Lyrics
Love on the rocks, ain’t no surpriseJust pour me a drink, and I’ll tell you some liesGot nothing to lose, so you just sing the bluesAll the time
Gave you my heart, gave you my soulYou left me alone here with nothing to holdYesterday’s gone, now all I want is a smile
At first they say they want you, hear how they really need youSuddenly you find you’re out there walking in a stormAnd when they know they have you, then they really have youNothing you can do or say, you’ve got to leave, just get awayWe all know the song
You need what you need, you can say what you wantNot much you can do when the feeling is goneMaybe blue skies above, but it’s coolWhen your love’s on the rocks
At first they say they want you, hear how they really need youSuddenly you find you’re out there walking in a stormAnd when they know they have you, then they really have youNothing you can do or say, you’ve got to leave, just get awayWe all know the song
Love on the rocks, ain’t no big surpriseJust pour me a drink, and I’ll tell you more liesYesterday’s gone and now all I want is a smile