Most people think they know the man in the sequined suit. They sing along to the song about Caroline and think he is just a nice guy.
But Neil Diamond had a secret side that was dark and gritty. He even wrote a creepy song about a mean preacher who did bad things.
This rebellious side is what makes his music from the seventies so cool. It all comes together in a powerful performance of Soolaimon.
In this video, you can see him bold and strong. He is not the quiet singer we remember from the radio hits. He looks like a leader who is not afraid of the wild weather or the loud noise.
Neil Diamond – Soolaimon (Live At The Greek Theatre / 2012)
People who see this are often shocked by the energy. One viewer said that they never knew he could be so powerful. Another person mentioned that the beat makes their heart race even now.
That loud energy was just the beginning of his change.
He grew into a man who wanted to tell the truth about his journey. He stopped trying to be a pop star and became a storyteller. This led him to a very special time where he shared his inner world.
Neil Diamond – Beautiful Noise (Context & Interview)
In this part of his life, he sat down to talk about his past. He spoke about the noise of the world and the peace he found in his music. He shared how he felt like a new person during the seventies. He was world-weary but also very calm and wise.
Neil Diamond has a voice that feels like home. He went through a long journey from a young hitmaker to a wise soul. He was not afraid to show his dark side.
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