God Only Knows Neil Diamond

[shyman99]

It was when I heard Neil's version of this song back in 1978 that I finally discovered it is one of the greatest songs ever written.

[looniespoons]

The best song Brian Wilson ever wrote sung by one of the best singers.

[BBQFanNo1]

There is Elvis Presley,Roy Orbison,Neil Diamond. Then there is everybody else.

One is still with us today. Dont take him for granted.

[johncuschieri]

this was the last Neil album that i bought and listened to, God only knows what possessed me to leave him for so long.

He is an absolute legend

[johncuschieri]

an exquisite song with a beautiful orchesrtal arrangement and sung with feeling and conviction.

neil is a wonderful singer and man

thank you for posting it

[BBQFanNo1]

that is like me to make a recording sung song of somebody say elvis presley and neil diamond songs to say my version is better. that would be insulting to me to say my version is better and their's are garbage.

[ReDeV7]

I think you're deaf fella, Beach boys were always wank anyway, Diamond is/was a superstar, beach boys were trumped up fuckin gay boys, irritating shit music.

[Truds1000]

"The wound is deep, but the love is deeper"... All wounds heal in time...mended from the love that flows from heaven upon the wind and in the melodies of songbirds in autumn. Open the eyes of our hearts, Lord that we may see wonder filled things. Eternal rest for those in the Holy Mountain and grace for those of us left behind. Lady Nightingale

[alainsinger]

specially for you my lady...oh yes GOD only knows.....

[jimolz]

Does anyone have a nice follow up to this masterpiece, with a song called "You Dont Know ME"? Written by b. bacharach and sager>.sung by Neil Diamond?

[b44ts]

tralulee, the most stupid comment I have ever read !

[mangoshakess]

you guys saying this "obliterates the beach boys version" are nuts and need to hear the original again. great cover though. also, it's semantics, but THIS is a version of THE beach boys song. it's the beach boys version, that's the true song imo.

[megafaded69]

@mangoshakess I totally agree, Neil is a legend and wrote a shit ton of music for the bands of the 60s but I still think the Beach Boys are way more legendary. Plus, they're not lame enough to do duets with Barbara Streisand. That shit shows a lack of class.

[MrDeCorey]

Fantastic song I love it.

[JimThomson54]

Thanks for posting this.... This is without a doubt the most beautiful love song ever written, and Neil does it more than justice.... "I may not always love you, but as long as there are stars above you, you never need to doubt it." How could you possibly top that lyric?????

[PrplHazel]

Could you post the title song, "I'm glad you're here with me tonight"? This song and that one are my two favorites from that album... Thanks for posting this!

[4evermore12]

@PrplHazel Wish I could post "I'm Glad You're Here With Me Tonight" but while I do have it, it is locked. Bob Gaudio wrote that song. He worked with Neil on 6 of his albums as a song writer and/or producer. We remember Gaudio mostly for his connection with 'The Four Seasons" (Jersey Boys) but he wrote and produced for many people. Great song writer. I have not had luck finding that song and it maybe that Gaudio has copyright to it. Sorry

[bishopaz]

just love this song,everything about it,the production, the orchestra ,the arrangement and ,of course,his voice

[laswilliam]

This is a great arrangement, and a perfect tempo.

What a great song- and a helluva opening line. "I may not always love you." Follow THAT!

[debra9591]

THE most beautiful version of this song I have ever heard. I LOVE this man.

[johncuschieri]

neil sings his songs with such conviction and soul.

he is my favourite singer away from elton john, especially the older stuff. love the piano and guitar in this song

[ReDeV7]

Neil Diamond tended to cover a few songs in his career and completely own them, this obliterates the beach boys version, same as Mr Bojangles. Shoulda released this into the charts years ago.

[cliftonin]

Please,from what album is the song ?

[4evermore12]

@cliftonin "I'm Glad You're Here With Me Tonight" 1986

[cliftonin]

Many thanks.

[amershaaban]

I'm Glad You're Here With Me Tonight

[myurslo]

i once again come back to this song i am going through a very difficult time now in my life , and u know its true god only knows. thanx neil for always being there.

[ReDeV7]

The best version.

[flightofideas23]

You're absolutely right ReDeV7 beyond the shadow of a giggling doubt!!!

[denniswilsonfan]

@ReDeV7 not even half as good as the original clean your ears out.

[myurslo]

a haunting melody that would touch anyone going through trouble in their lives,neil has one of the greatest voices ever

[RockLives4u]

One of my favorites of Neils..he didnt write this one but he likes the song..Meant lots to me..Thanks for the post

[flightofideas72]

Thanks for posting Neil Diamond's version of God Only Knows 4evermore12! Much appreciated!

[tralulee]

Too long over due. Neil Diamond only gave this song justice and made it what it is. Beach boys were never any good at anything. Crappy made up band of the sixties. Neil Diamond has the heart felt voice and experience to make it work.

[winds0ck]

Lovely - thank you 4evermore 12 for posting these great songs!!!!!!

[54nomore]

This is a beautiful rendition of this early 60s song.