Neil Diamond

[RockinRobin]

G’Day Music People
I’m working on “Sweet Caroline”
William

[RockinRobin]

Sweet Caroline
William

[saxomonica]

Sweeet, William.

K letz hootennanny it up, sure thang.

🙂

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https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/597780/sweet-caroline-neil-diamond-history

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https://www.bartleby.com/essay/Sweet-Caroline-By-Neil-Diamond-Music-Analysis-408405AA323A0AB9

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AI Google says,

Musical & Lyrical Analysis

Simple, Uplifting Melody: The song’s appeal lies in its straightforward, memorable tune and optimistic lyrics that evoke feelings of love, happiness, and connection, as noted by Mental Floss and The New York Times.
Repetitive, Call-and-Response Chorus: Lines like “touchin’ me, touchin’ you” and the iconic “bah, bah, bah” build anticipation for the crowd’s participation, creating a sense of collective experience, say Issuu and American Songwriter.
Wordplay: The use of “-in'” endings (“growin'”, “knowin'”) creates a flowing, connected feel, according to Issuu.

Inspiration & Meaning

Initial Inspiration: Diamond initially claimed the song was inspired by a photo of Caroline Kennedy, JFK’s daughter, but later revealed he needed a three-syllable name to fit the melody and was really thinking of his then-wife Marcia.
Themes: It’s a classic love song about connection, good times, and simple joy, but its meaning expanded far beyond its personal origins, note American Songwriter and The New York Times.
Evolution into a Sports Anthem
Boston Red Sox: The tradition began at Fenway Park with DJ Amy Tobey playing it for an employee’s newborn daughter named Caroline, making it an enduring fixture for good luck and team spirit, say Mental Floss and Gold Radio.
Global Phenomenon: Its catchy chorus and communal spirit led to adoption by football (soccer) fans, particularly in England.

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Behind the Meaning, and ‘Women,’ of Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline”

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https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/sweet-caroline-lyrics-neil-diamond-meaning-football-b2137855.html

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youtube.com/watch?v=gsRfP3m2RKU

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tomplay.com/saxophone-sheet-music/neil-diamond/sweet-caroline-beginner-level-alto-saxophone-saxophone-alto-saxophone-score

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Lyrics

Where it began
I can’t begin to know when
But then I know it’s growin’ strong
Was in the spring
And spring became the summer
Who’d have believe you’d come along?
Hands
Touchin’ hands
Reachin’ out
Touching me, touchin’ you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I’ve been inclined
To believe they never would
But now I look at the night
And it don’t seem so lonely
We fill it up with only two
And when I hurt
Hurtin’ runs off my shoulders
How can I hurt when holdin’ you?
Warm
Touchin’ warm
Reachin’ out
Touchin’ me, touchin’ you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I’ve been inclined
To believe they never would, oh, no, no
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
Sweet Caroline
I believe they never could
Sweet Caroline

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Neil Diamond

Sweet Caroline lyrics © Universal Tunes

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https://issuu.com/jswain-sttimothys/docs/from_mouse_to_musk_-_by_joe_swain_2022_/s/15750986

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https://www.hooktheory.com/theorytab/view/neil-diamond/sweet-caroline

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https://songmeanings.com/songs/view/6776/

[john]

Sweet Caroline is on my to-do list so you guys can expect it at some point.

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