Curtis Mayfield – Diamond In The Back lyrics

Curtis Mayfield – Diamond In The Back lyrics

Though you may not drive a great big Cadillac
Gangsta whitewalls TV antennas in the back
You may not have a car at all
But remember brothers and sisters
You can still stand tall
Just be thankful for what you've got
Though you may not drive a great big Cadillac
Diamond in the back, sunroof top, diggin' the scene with a gangsta lean
Gangsta whitewalls, TV antennas in the back

You may not have a car at all
But remember, brothers and sisters
You can still stand tall
Just be thankful, for what you've got
Diamond in the back, sunroof top, diggin' the scene with a gangsta lean woo
Hoo ooh (x3)
Though you may not drive a great big Cadillac
Gangsta whitewalls, TV antennas in the back
You may not have a car at all
But remember brothers and sisters
You can still stand tall
Just be thankful, for what you've got
Diamond in the back, sunroof top, diggin' the scene with a gangsta lean

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This songs lyrics and style relates to the struggle in marginalized "hoods" to discover "real" meaningful examples of self worth. It tries to serve as a reminder to those who covet the symbols of success they see in the streets that although they "may not drive a great big cadillac" or "may not have a car at all" they can still "stand tall" thereby acknowledging their worthiness to be recognized, accepted, and to be treated with dignity and respect. The song does, however, also lend credence to the notion that "diggin the scene with a gangsta lean" is a symbol of having attainment as well as a "hip, slick, cool" endeavor. Generations of listeners have attributed this song to Curtis Mayfield due to his similar vocals and overall style of music when, in fact, it was written and recorded by William DeVaughn in 1972. It has been covered numerous times over the years by various artists. However, Curtis never covered it on any of his recordings and there is no record of his having ever performed a live cover.

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